Just because the world seems to be falling apart, auto shows need not be lackluster. That’s because auto shows are essentially about what we have to look forward to, and also beholding cars we may never get to drive, but that we still like to fawn over. That’s why the public pays money to get in after all.
Think of certain showy cars like a beautiful Oscar gown – not for everyone to own, but definitely for all to behold. Join me on the fantasy drive on the convention center grounds as the 2009 circuit is well underway. While it’s great to test performance proportions, there’s something to be said for cruising in automatic sumptuous style, ala the Maserati GranTurismo S Automatic.
The red carpet unrolls for this stunner at the Geneva Auto Show. The numbers are vintage vroom – 433 HP (SAE) (323kW) at 7000 rpm and maximum torque is 361 lb-ft (490Nm) at 4,750 rpm. The intriuging Skyhook suspension system featuring continuously adjustable dampers makes for smooth sailing on rickety roadways. Passive safety engineering is further enhanced thanks to the introduction on the GranTurismo range of a new generation passenger air-bag with Low Risk Deployment functionality. Slight design mods are also noticeabel — :new under-door mini-skirts 20” wheel rims with the recognizable “Trident” design.
Perhaps those monied souls with bookoo bucks stashed in Swiss bank accounts will be looking for a last decadent display of splurge — wait til Sleep Beauty GranTurismo saches into the marketplace.
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