gs mcv/le comparative

adam01 · Feb 10, 2011

Hi
Floating this one, perhaps moderator may integrate into another thread

Does anyone have a definitive list of what the differences were between the MCV 180 builds & the LEs.

I'm aware of the obvious ones such as the splitter/spoiler, side flags, alcantra trim, extra carbon etc but not sure on items (options?) as sound system, memory seating, bi xeon etc.

Is it worth creating a chart for the 3 variant ie std/le/mcv?

Maserati Blue · Feb 10, 2011

The standard can pretty much have any options. At a later time they released the LE which was a standard car with lots of options included. The MVC is a GS with the MC12 seats (only major difference) and lots of blue carbon parts and a number plate (xxx/180).

I don't think there is a point making such a list, since you'll be re-listing the GS options.

veloce49 · Feb 10, 2011

Maserati Blue said:
The standard can pretty much have any options. At a later time they released the LE which was a standard car with lots of options included. The MVC is a GS with the MC12 seats (only major difference) and lots of blue carbon parts and a number plate (xxx/180).

I don't think there is a point making such a list, since you'll be re-listing the GS options.

Although I have never had the opportunity to sit in them, those MC12 seats in the MCV seem to be REALLY SPECIAL!!!

TravisJ · Feb 10, 2011

I agree with the guys above. All three are the same for the most part with a few differences in trim. LE cars are basically fully loaded cars with full leather. Standard GSs can be ordered fully loaded. However, there are a couple parts that can't be found on the other cars. For example, if you want race seats, you have to buy an MCV. If you want fender shields, you have to buy a 90th or LE. Here are a couple of the exclusive parts of each trim level. All three are rare trims. We know there were 90 Spyders made and 180 MCVs made. LE car production numbers weren't released although they appear to also be very rare.

Maybe others will add to the list.

90th Anniversary Spyder:
Fender shields
Blue weave carbon cowl
Blue weave carbon interior

MCV:
Fender flags
Carbon front splitter
Race seats
Alcantara or leather interior

LE:
Fender shields

veloce49 said:
Although I have never had the opportunity to sit in them, those MC12 seats in the MCV seem to be REALLY SPECIAL!!!

The race seats are cool. Not only are they found in the MC12, but also in the Enzo. They would be my choice of seats for the track but not for off-track use. Unless, of course, they were in an MC12 or Enzo

Now, if we could get a Gransport with an MC12 engine, that would be an amazing machine.

motoechnic · Feb 10, 2011

We should somehow find out the preduction numbers to the LEs.

adam01 · Feb 10, 2011

Txs for the input guys

Reason for asking, i'm weighing up the spec. differences between the MCV & LE given the asking $ premium for the MCV (putting aside the cudos of owning one of a set number which probably is a factor for the $ difference)

A list of std. specs would be useful to bench mark. I realise vehicles can be highly optioned (have notes on what options were offered across the variants)

Anyhow, I have added to Travis's list below, based on Euro info so not sure what was on offer in the good ol USofA

TravisJ said:
IMaybe others will add to the list.

90th Anniversary Spyder:
Fender shields
Blue weave carbon cowl
Blue weave carbon interior

MCV:
Fender flags
Carbon front splitter
Race seats
Alcantara or leather interior
Rear carbon spoiler
Special carbon paddles that work differently when conering?
production number identifier on consul

LE:
Fender shields
Red painted calipers
Full leather trim
Better sound system
Bi xeons
Memory seating drivers side

TravisJ · Feb 10, 2011

Here is the updated list...

90th Anniversary Spyder:
Fender shields
Blue weave carbon cowl
Blue weave carbon interior
Exclusive Blu Anniversary paint (also available in non-exclusive silver)
Contrast headlights
Production number plaque on the lower console

MCV:
Fender flags
Carbon front splitter
Race seats
Alcantara or leather interior
Rear carbon spoiler
Larger carbon shift paddles
Production number plaque on the lower console

LE:
Fender shields
Red painted calipers
Full leather trim
Upgraded sound system
Bi xeons
Memory seating drivers side

sarosalemi · Feb 11, 2011

The MCV also have a different steering box, different suspension springs and a faster F1 software....

adam01 · Feb 11, 2011

sarosalemi said:
The MCV also have a different steering box, different suspension springs and a faster F1 software....

sei sicuro (are u sure)?

Never come across any info on the first or 2nd,

Better high speed handling has been attributed to revised front splitter & rear spoiler

Undiscovered gems (to me), do u have any documentation?

Briik · Feb 11, 2011

adam01 said:
sei sicuro (are u sure)?

When ordering the MCV it was stated that these were indeed upgrades over other GranSports, no detailed information was given other than: tighter steering response, stiffer standard spring settings, and upgraded transmission software.

Maserati Blue · Feb 11, 2011

That is not true, the MCV has no mechanical changes over the GS, I'm guessing the sales guy just wanted to make the sale more solid.

adam01 · Feb 11, 2011

more goodies added for LE model

90th Anniversary Spyder:
Fender shields
Blue weave carbon cowl
Blue weave carbon interior
Exclusive Blu Anniversary paint (also available in non-exclusive silver)
Contrast headlights
Production number plaque on the lower console

MCV:
Fender flags
Carbon front splitter
Race seats
Alcantara or leather interior
Rear carbon spoiler
Larger carbon shift paddles
Production number plaque on the lower console

LE:
Fender shields
Red painted calipers
Full leather trim
Upgraded sound system
Bi xeons
heated seats memory drivers side seat
rear 1/4 panel emblems
electro-chromatic rear view mirror
rear parking sensors
cd changer
[/QUOTE]

Maserati Blue · Feb 11, 2011

Small corrections:

The "upgraded sound system" is actually called "Auditorium 200". It keeps the same head unit (Infotainment) but adds better speakers and an amplifier.

The "Red painted calipers" is actually "Painted calipers", because we had the option of choosing a color (red, silver, polished, etc).

TravisJ · Feb 11, 2011

90th Anniversary Spyder:
Fender shields
Blue weave carbon cowl
Blue weave carbon interior
Exclusive Blu Anniversary paint (also available in non-exclusive Grigio)
Contrast headlights
Production number plaque on the lower console

MCV:
Fender flags
Carbon front splitter
Race seats
Alcantara or leather interior
Rear carbon spoiler
Larger carbon shift paddles
Production number plaque on the lower console

LE:
Fender shields
Painted calipers
Full leather trim
Auditorium 200 sound system
Bi xeons
Heated seats
Memory drivers side seat
Rear 1/4 panel emblems
electro-chromatic rear view mirror
Rear parking sensors
Cd changer

motoechnic · Feb 11, 2011

LE - Rear parking sensors may be an option as I looked at a LE without them...

Moto

TravisJ · Feb 11, 2011

motoechnic said:
LE - Rear parking sensors may be an option as I looked at a LE without them...

Moto

You are right. Also looks like red calipers were standard on the LE but other colors could be used at additional cost.

TravisJ · Feb 11, 2011

90th Anniversary Spyder:
Fender shields
Blue weave carbon cowl
Blue weave carbon interior
Exclusive Blu Anniversary paint (also available in non-exclusive Grigio)
Contrast headlights
Production number plaque on the lower console

MCV:
Fender flags
Carbon front splitter
Blue weave carbon interior
Race seats
Alcantara or leather interior
Rear carbon spoiler
Larger carbon shift paddles
Production number plaque on the lower console

LE:
Fender shields
Painted calipers (std. red)
Full leather trim
Auditorium 200 sound system
CD changer
Bi xeons
Heated seats
Memory drivers side seat
Rear 1/4 panel emblems
Electro-chromatic rear view mirror

Briik · Feb 15, 2011

Maserati Blue said:
That is not true, the MCV has no mechanical changes over the GS, I'm guessing the sales guy just wanted to make the sale more solid.

This was information provided and published by Maserati SpA, not the sales guy. I have documentation in DC but I am abroad for an extended period of time and cannot scan for your enjoyment. My assumption would be that the MCV models came pre-equipped with programable upgrades which were not concurrently made available for distribution. As for the steering difference, I believe - as an owner and driver of both my MCV and a previous GS- that there is a difference in steering responce and that this could only be acheived through a difference in either the suspension (possibly programable through Skyhook) or in the physical setup. I will revisit with documentation when I can, though I advise you to browse up on the marketing material:

As well as boasting a higher level of standard equipment than the Maserati GranSport on which it is based, the new Maserati GranSport MC Victory offers a variety of new features that clearly link it to the Maserati MC12, and enhance its driving dynamics. ... The enlarged front splitter of the Maserati GranSport MC Victory generates more downforce at high speeds, as do the extended side skirts, modifications which improve the car’s high speed stability and dynamic responsiveness. Its agility is further improved by more direct and precise steering, creating driving characteristics more closely matched to those of the Maserati MC12.

and

Maserati Heritage - Maserati GranSport MC Victory

motoechnic · Feb 15, 2011

I am going to try calling Maserati NA about production numbers of the LEs.

Moto

Maserati Blue · Feb 15, 2011

Briik,

You could be right, I'll ask my mechanic, but I can't find any real differences between the two cars, I also checked the part numbers and they are all the same (apart from the obvious differences of the carbon parts, etc).

ECU differences won't be in the visible from the part numbers.. who knows...

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