New Maserati - Centurion Edition
As reported today by MotorTrend, Maserati just launched a special Centurion edition Quarttroporte.
Unveiled at Forbes House, in London’s Belgravia in front of an exclusive audience of American Express black card holders, card members had the option to buy this new car for either 88,315 pounds (US$124,205) for the 400-hp or 94,185 pounds (US$132,461) for the430-hp version. The 400-hp model has a 4.2L V-8 engine backed by a ZF six-speed automatic transmission, good for 0 to 62 mph in 5.6 seconds and a top speed of 167 mph. Tthe 430-hp trim has a 4.7L V-8 with the same six-speed transmission, but does 0 to 62 mph in 5.4 seconds and has a top speed of 174.
Both models feature Nero Carbonio (black carbon) paint, a Bianco Polare (polar white) Poltrona Frau leather interior, titanium trim, polished 20-in wheels, American Express Centurion logos embossed in the headrests and a special dash plaque that mimics the Black Card.
I think this is a pretty cool idea, especially since Amex is trying to revamp the UK Centurion benefits. I am not a big maserati fan but I like it. Now all Amex needs to do is pair up with Aston Martin and offer one in the US, i’d be all over that. Visa Black card who?
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I’m actually impressed. It appears to be well executed, except for the raised centurion logo in the white leather headrests. Think about what will get soiled first. Imagine looking into your car and seeing a dirty centurion…
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I wonder if Maserati worked out a deal with Amex to let cardholders use their Centurion card for purchase? Most car dealers here in the U.S. will only allow $5k to 10k max to be put onto the card. I like the white interior….nice!