11/10/08

Maserati GranTurismo MC Corse Concept to debut in Paris

Maserati GranTurismo MC Corse Concept

Recently, on their official website, Maserati suggested that they have a surprise for the Paris Motor Show. Today, they’ve unveiled the mistery, by announcing the Maserati GranTurismo MC Corse Concept, which will make its debut at next week’s French show and which basically is a race track version of the GranTurismo S.

By using a new air intake system, new racing catalytic converters, revised airflow and a new exhaust system, Maserati engineers managed to squeeze 10 more hp from the 4.7 liter V8 engine, which now delivers 450 hp. Because the power output increase is not that impressive, Maserati worked hard on the other parts of the car, like the aerodynamic kit, which includes a new front splitter, enlarged rear spoiler and road hugging rocker panels. The MC Corse also received upgraded suspension, sports enlarged brake discs with monobloc racing calipers and new 18-inch wheels, and, of course, an FIA-approved rollcage.

To be honest, I was expecting something else from Maserati, something a little more impressive, considering all the exciting stuff other carmakers announced for Paris. But, who knows, guess we’ll have to wait and see the MC Corse before saying more about it. More photos after the jump.

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