2008 Maserati Granturismo 4.2L Petrol · EU08 JCV

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a clear shift towards developing suspension and cooling issues. While the most recent test in August 2025 at 82,757 miles passed, it identified a coolant leak and worn bushes on both front lower shock absorbers. This represents a progression from the August 2024 test where only the rear shock absorber bushes were flagged, indicating that the suspension components are now failing across the entire vehicle. The mileage profile is notably low for an eighteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,600 miles per year. The data shows consistent usage over the last four years, covering roughly 3,000 miles between August 2021 and August 2025. This low-frequency use often explains the lack of defects in the 2021 and 2022 tests, but long periods of standing can also lead to the degradation of rubber components and seals, which aligns with the appearance of worn bushes and coolant leaks noted in the later records. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the entire suspension geometry and the cooling system. The recurring reports of worn bushes and anti-roll bar linkage ball joints in 2024 and 2025 suggest the rubber bushings are reaching the end of their life. The coolant leak identified in the 2025 test requires immediate pressure testing to prevent engine overheating, as leaks in high-performance engines can be catastrophic. Additionally, the history of uneven tyre wear noted in 2023 and 2024 indicates a potential alignment issue that should be verified to avoid premature tyre replacement.