2005 Maserati Spyder 90th Anniversary Edition

2005 Maserati Spyder 90th Anniversary Edition

2005 Maserati Spyder 90th Anniversary Edition

High Performance, Stunning, and Iconic! 90th Anniversary Edition 2005 Maserati Spyder Convertible #35 of 90 in better than mint condition with only 6,800 miles. Gorgeous exterior finished in Anniversary Blue with flawless Navy Blue Leather interior. Equipped with Cambiocorsa Paddle Shift, G Sport Heated Seats, Sky Hook Suspension, Xenon Front Headlamps and a host of other nice conveniences. Meticulously maintained by original owner; pampered, garaged kept, non-smoker and no accidents. Runs, drives, and handles phenomenally. Everything works perfectly. This Maserati is a thrill-to-drive! Dont miss your chance to own this amazing driving machine and be confident in knowing you made a good choice. Motivated seller, call today for more details.

Engine

Maserati V8 Engine

This model utilizes 4244 cc engine which develops 390 PS (287 kW; 385 hp) at 7000 rpm with a peak torque of 450 N·m (332 ft·lbf) at 4500 rpm.
Significant changes from the prior 3200 GT engine were the larger resulting from an increased cylinder bore diameter and the move to a naturally aspirated intake that replaced the twin-turbo approach Maserati had used for the previous 20 years, fundamentally because the powertrain is now Ferrari based The engine operates at a compression ratio of 11.1:1 with the cylinders configured in a 90° V8. The cylinder bore diameter is 92 millimetres (3.62 in) and piston stroke length is 80 millimetres (3.15 in). The engine shares many of the design features of modern racing engines, including dry sump lubrication, a pump assembly located outside the crankcase, and four valves per cylinder. The 32-valve DOHC utilizes chain-driven, twin-overhead camshafts that provide valve actuation in less than 0.15 seconds, with the intake cams being controlled by variable valve timing. The crankcase and cylinder heads are made from an aluminum and silicon alloy, giving the engine a relatively light weight of 405 pounds (184 kg).

The manual transmission is a six-speed CC (Cambiocorsa) using paddle shifters. The GT version utilizes a foot operated clutch, whereas the Cambiocorsa (Italian, meaning "race change" is a electrohydraulic manual transmission that uses a Formula One-type gearbox with hydraulic operation and electronic management operated by F1-style paddles behind the steering wheel. The system allows the driver to choose between four different operating modes: Normal, Sport, Auto and Low Grip. Each of these programs is selected by means of console-mounted buttons, corresponding to different types of operating mode. By switching between the Normal and Sport modes, the driver can select between different electronic stability control settings and, if installed, different active suspension settings. The Normal mode provides a more comfortable ride, whereas the Sport mode stiffens up the suspension and provides fast gear shifts of around a quarter of a second. Automatic mode electronically handles shifting of the transmission, but allows the driver to rapidly revert to manual using the F1-style paddles. The Low Grip, or Ice mode, allows for smooth starting and gear changes on snow and ice.
The transmission gearbox is located at the rear of the vehicle and is integrated in with the differential. This gives the Spyder a 48/52% weight distribution between the front and rear axles.

Suspension

The Maserati Spyder has a light alloy double wishbone suspension. The rear suspension is fitted with a toe-in regulator bar which enhances the precision of the drive train and provides balanced cornering. The front suspension layout incorporates "anti-dive" features to prevent nose-diving when braking. The suspension system is completed by front and rear anti-roll bars.
Perhaps the most highly-regarded option is a computer-controlled suspension damping system called "Skyhook".This adaptive damping system uses coil-over shock absorbers and a set of six accelerometers that continually monitor the movement of the wheels and car body and transmits this information to a control unit. The vehicle's computer analyzes this data and coordinates it with the Cambiocorsa transmission and other Maserati safety systems. Skyhook then calculates, and recalculates, the data at least 40 times per second and instantaneously adjusts each shock absorber accordingly.When placed in the Sport mode, the suspension firms up for better cornering.

The vehicle is equipped with front and side driver and passenger airbags as well as seat belt pre-tensioners. Driving stability is provided by Maserati Stability Program (MSP) which became standard on the 2004 models and controls the engine and brakes to help the driver control the vehicle in extreme driving situations. The MSP system integrates four different vehicle systems - the anti-slip regulation traction control (ASR), the motor spin regulation (MSR), electronic brake force distribution (EBD), and anti-lock braking system (ABS). The wheels employ a high-performance Brembo braking system with light alloy four-piston calipers and cross-drilled large ventilating discs.

The Spyder comes standard with an information center that combines audio and climate controls. An optional GPS navigation system and hands-free GSM phone were also available as options integrated into the info center. Additional optional equipment includes xenon headlights, upgraded audio system and CD changer, electrochromic rear view mirror, rear parking sensors, seat heaters, and cruise control.  Trim package offers a leather headliner featuring a grosgrain pattern, and carbom fiber kit sporting portions of the steering wheel, door trim, and shifter.