When brothers Alfieri, Bindo, Carlo, Ettore, and Ernesto truly devoted themselves to the pursuit of automotive excellence in 1914 with the launch of Maserati, could they have imagined the influence and legacy their contributions would make on the industry? Probably not. But with roots firmly in racing, and generation after generation of engineering visionaries at the helm, acclaim and world-wide recognition of Maserati was assured. And perhaps no other car has been able to capture both the spirit of Maserati and the devotion of enthusiasts quite like the extraordinary Maserati Ghibli, available now, at Naples Luxury Imports.
Maserati History
In 1966, the original Maserati Ghibli was a two-door, 2+2, V8-powered grand tourer. The heavy steel body and characteristic long, shark-shaped nose caused a stir in styling, and the front-placed quad-cam 310 bhp V8 engine, which could rocket you from 0-60 mph in 6.8 seconds, immediately sent shockwaves through the industry; this car not only looked fast, it was fast. Luxury updates at the time included two 13.2 gallon fuel tanks, pop-up headlamps, leather sport seats, and alloy wheels. In 1969, both the convertible Ghibli Spider and the marginally more powerful Ghibli SS (335 hp) were released. Sadly, the original run of the car only lasted until 1973.
In 1992, the Maserati revived the Ghibli, with the Ghibli II, offering a 2.0 liter, V6 for the Italian and European markets, and a 2.8 liter V6 for all other countries. Much of this model took its cues from the Maserati Biturbo, which could be seen echoed in the doors, interior, and body. More improvements/additions were made to the Ghibli II in 1994 and 1996, which included new interior styling, new wheels, adjustable electronic suspension, ABS brakes, spoked alloy 17″ wheels, and both suspension and transmission revisions. Though popular, the Ghibli II was discontinued in 1997.
Maserati Ghibli Overview Today
And finally, after much anticipation, 2014 saw the birth of a brand new Maserati Ghibli. Naples Luxury Imports is proud to showcase this third generation luxury sports car, which has been styled and tuned as only the Italian masters at Maserati can. With a 345-hp, twin-turbo 3.0-liter V-6 , the 2014 Maserati Ghibli can boost you from zero-to-60 mph in just 5.5 seconds , and hit a top speed of a jaw-dropping 165 mph. The sporty dynamics include rear-wheel drive, and eight-speed ZF automatic transmission, double-wishbone front suspension, a five-arm multilink system at the rear to combine performance with drivability and comfort, and five operating modes: Auto Normal, Auto Sport, Manual Normal, Manual Sport and I.C.E. (Increased Control & Efficiency).
In terms of gorgeous styling, the 2014 Maserati Ghibli has that in spades. Of course, there is the distinctive, elongated nose and bold Maserati grille. The classic oval shape of the grille has been given more of a rectangular form, which better matches with the aggressive front headlights. The long wheel base is gracefully accentuated by the frameless door windows, and the side curves along the body bend into pronounced fender arches and the tapered trunk. Overall, the new Maserati Ghibli offers you the exciting sport design of a coupe, but the room and convenience of a sedan.
Inside the Maserati Ghibli, there are more unmistakable earmarks of Maserati craftsmanship and luxury. All the finest materials and driver-centered controls. The clean, modern design of the instrument panel provides you unmistakable data at a glance, and the 8.4 inch Touch Control display easily puts you in command of a full range of onboard entertainment technology, including the Bowers & Wilkins 16-channel, 1280-watt, 15 speaker sound system.
Famous Fans
What does all of this mean for you? It means that the 2014 Maserati Ghibli will provide you with the perfect blend of a no-holds-barred, unabashed Italian sports car, with a refined and legendary luxury vehicle. Over the years, such remarkable engineering has earned more than a few famous and devoted fans of the storied brand, including Kylie Minogue, Tyreese Gibson, Lionel Messi, Katy Perry, Vanessa Williams, Bradley Cooper, Gwen Stefani, Cameron Diaz, Britney Spears, and Apollo Ohno, just to name a few.
Claim Your Piece of the Maserati Legacy at Naples Luxury Imports!
So are you ready to claim your piece of the Maserati legacy? The restyled, reimagined 2014 Maserati Ghibli is the spirit of racing and elegance embodied in one amazing vehicle. And owning it is closer than you think. Just a short drive from Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Sarasota, or anywhere in beautiful Southwest Florida, situated in the heart of idyllic Naples, FL, the stunning selection and service of Naples Luxury Imports is waiting for you. Come drive the legend that is Maserati drive home your 2014 Maserati Ghibli today!
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Written By: Jason Reidel
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