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Amazing photos of Maserati's exclusive model

Last updated on: December 28, 2011 13:49 IST
A view of Maserati's headquarters in Italy.

Maserati has launched a super exclusive model of its luxury car.

The Italian luxury car manufacturer has introduced the GranTurismo S Limited Edition at the Bologna Motor Show in Italy to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Italian unification.

The company said the Limited Edition will be available only in Italy and, to add to its exclusivity, only 12 examples will enter the market.

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Amazing photos of Maserati's exclusive model

Last updated on: December 28, 2011 13:49 IST
It has a matte blue finish.

Apart from its matte blue finish, it also packs carbon spoilers front and rear, as well as carbon side mirrors and door handles, with matte black side skirts and headlamps, and black 20-inch rims with polished aluminum brake calipers.

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Amazing photos of Maserati's exclusive model

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Limited Edition is characterised by unique trim levels and contents.

The model's exterior sports the exclusive matt Sebring Blue, which shows off its elegant lines yet also highlights its sporting aggression.

These characteristics are also emphasised by the use of carbon elements, in particular the front spoilers, side mirrors, door handles and rear spoiler.

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Amazing photos of Maserati's exclusive model

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Exteriors highlight the sporting aggression.

The brake calipers are made of hand-polished aluminium and stand out beneath the 20-inch rims, the side skirts are painted matt black, as are the headlights, to lend the car a still more aggressive appearance.

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Amazing photos of Maserati's exclusive model

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Carbon finishes frame the instruments and the controls on the dashboard and central tunnel.

As far as the interior is concerned on the other hand, the blend of sport and elegance is perfectly expressed by elements common to the MC Stradale version.

In this case too, carbon finishes frame the instruments and the controls on the dashboard and central tunnel.

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Amazing photos of Maserati's exclusive model

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Maserati is celebrating the unification of Italy.

Finally, the commemorative Centocinquantenario ('150th Anniversary') of Italian Unification plate is located at the base of the central console.

This bears the official logo as well as the number of units produced, to confirm the sheer exclusivity of this version.

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Commemorative plate is located at the base of the central console.

The models in the Maserati GranTurismo range can be driven every day but they also represent the last word in performance driving.

This winning combination is embodied in the GranTurismo S, a vehicle that is fitted with a potent 4.7 liter V8 that produces 433 bhp and with a six-speed automatic transmission for effortless driving.

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Increased torque brings out the best.

The increased torque, mostly felt at low-mid range, together with the six-speed automatic transmission, brings out the car's true GT spirit.

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Maserati is known for class and comfort.

The Brembo brakes feature six piston calipers on the front clasping exceptional dual-cast discs, a setup where the cast iron rotors and aluminium hubs are cast as a single piece to lower weight but still deliver consistent performance even at high working temperatures.

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System automatically adjusts to road conditions.

On-board comfort is delivered by the Skyhook damping system that adjusts automatically according to the road conditions.

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Maserati is famed for the exclusivity of its cars.

Maserati is famed throughout the world for the exclusivity of its cars and the passion with which they are built.

This passion is also displayed in the services that the Modenese company offers to its owners, from the moment they take delivery of the car to the Master Maserati driving courses where expert drivers take the lead.

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Amazing photos of Maserati's exclusive model

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It is also offers driving courses for owners.

Master Maserati driving courses allow owners (and also those who would like to get to know the marque) the opportunity to get the most out of their cars and improve their safety behind the wheel.

All the instructors are professional drivers and the courses take place on the track.