Glad to hear there aren’t any major reliability issues as far as you’ve noticed. I’m 3 years behind you. I just bought a 2017 SQ4 in Sept 2020 with 29k miles. I absolutely love it so far!
@@vws8851 Yes, I tend to pay cash for used cars and keep them for 15 years or so. So far, I've had zero issues with it. I've done the recommended yearly recommended maintenance at a local Maserati dealer, which ranges from 500-1200 depending on when belts/plugs are recommended, but it's been a truly amazing experience. Yes, the yearly maintenance is more than most cars, but the driving experience is far beyond what I've experienced as well. I'd highly recommend an ~3 yo depreciated used model with a 1 yr CPO warranty. I've never been a car guys, but the sounds from this car are memorizing!
@@jaquevius wow.. sounds almost too good to b true. Only 500-1200usd? Thats the normal schedule for yearly maintenance by maserati? Thats not bad at all
@@jaquevius how does it feel on the highway at high speeds ? And hows cabin noise and insulation? Im expecting it too b like a 2015+ bmw 750i or better for feeling stable on the highway and having very good insulation and a quiet cabin... would u agree?
I also have a 2014 Maserati Ghibli SQ4 and I definitely explored my options here in Houston and only trusted Sewell for my purchase as I know they have probably the most reputable dealerships in Texas. I haven't been turned off at all by any Crystler parts in my vehicle, and I have considered them to be honored to sport some of the same parts my Italian Maserati has inside. What they can't sport is that engine and they can't share that exhaust and thankfully so. I do also own German rides. A BMW 5 series and a Mercedes C63, which I will say is not shy about anything on the exhaust or the performance side, but either way I baby my Maserati and I have had reliability issues with both my German vehicles ofcourse, but I love their differences just as well. The Maserati is the one I consider my luxury vehicle, if it warrants repair it will receive it without delay as the others have, and I will do it without dealership cost when I'm afforded that opportunity. There is no denying Maserati...I hope to enjoy mine for many years to come.
Nathaniel Ochoa any tips other tips or things to look out for someone looking to buy a 2014 or 15 used in Texas? I’ve heard oil changes and mainly an be crazy expensive?
It's a VERY expensive car to maintain. It's also very fun to drive. The infotainment system in the early years absolutely sucked. I was in a serious accident in mine a couple months ago. A guy ran a red light going 80 and I hit him going 40. It tore the nose of the car off and broke both front axles. I was able to open the front door and walk away. It's a very safe car. Despite the cost of maintenance, I'm looking to buy another one.
Depends on which part of the intertainment system you are referring to. For me the best part of the intertainment system, especially on my 2014, in the exhaust note. 🔱
@@JamesDIYGarage Agreed on the exhaust note. It's music. I traded in my Jaguar XF which didn't have a great infotainment system, had a great stereo, but didn't have the exhaust note of the Ghibli. I've been casually looking for a replacement and investigated other cars, but I think I'm going to buy another Ghibli. Some maintenance issues, on the 2014 there is a fuse on the fuel pump that corrodes, and the 35,000 mile maintenance is $6,500. My car was was a duplicate of yours.
@@JamesDIYGarage I do know you do your own maintenance. Nothing to be done about $10 a quart for oil which coats the piston intake valve's requiring shot blasting with walnut shells. I don't have time for that so I pay to have it done. When I first moved to the LA area, I joked with the service rep at the Maserati dealer that the only two places I didn't need to use GPS to get to was the grocery store and the dealership. It's a great car to drive and a fun car to own. Just saying it's not a reliable car in my experience. Last year i spent about $8k on repairs and maintenance. That being said, I know the cost of ownership and am looking for my next ghibli because I loved owning it and driving it and I can, knock on wood, afford to maintain it. But, it's an expensive, unreliable car.
@@rcampbell4967 Don't be suprised if you are suprised at the reliability of your new Ghibli. All cars have their issues. But mine has been suprisingly reliable over the 3+ years I have owned it. Even with 84k miles on it.
It has been holding value as good as any other Maserati Ghibli SQ4 since value is market driven and not car specific. Maserati's do depreciate more than a regular car. So if you are looking to buy based on value retention, Maserati is not the car you would be looking for. You buy a Maserati for the thrills, prestige, exclusivity and beauty of the car. My Ghibli has however been very reliable for the last 3+ years. I am very fortunate to be able to daily drive this car and it now has 84K miles on it. Still runs like new. But as you can see from my videos I doo take very good care of it without spending a fortune.
Interesting video.. I purchased a used CPO 2017 Ghibli SQ4 last fall, and didn't think about the CPO warranty void concern of changing my oil later this year. I'll have to hit up my Maserati mechanic about that. It's expensive, in Austin, he quoted $697, not sure how much in San Antonio but probably a bit less than this. I do agree it should be decent for reliability, but it is Italian and it will break more than say my Honda vehicles, which are tanks on wheels. But, I love my Mazi, and it's uniqueness and sound are second to none, and more practical than say an F430. :-)
Ghibli's are more practical than most other exotic supercars I agree. An F430 is not a daily driver. And while a used Bentley Continental GT can be had for around 40k, its gas mileage makes it less practical than a Ghibli.
You are welcome. I was seeing a lot of questions in the Maserait Ghibli Facebook groups from those looking to buy a Ghibli. I will posting some maintenance videos in the future. So don't forget to subscribe to my channel and click the bell so you will be notified when I post them.
I don't personally know for sure, but I have seen responses to this question in the Maserati Facebook groups saying most have resolved. However, I must say I have a 2014 SQ4, and I have not had any of those "issues". Mine has been flawlessly reliable as well as many other owners of.2014, 2015 etc. Any make/model is going to have it's share of lemons. And its always the negative posts that get the most attention. I have proof, my video on why my Maserati would not start has the many views. 😁
Under $100 bucks to change the oil What type of oil you been using Cause the Pennzoil platinum euro 5w-40 cost about $10 bucks each and it take 9 quarters + the oil filter The oil I bought at advanced auto parts but the oil filter I bought at maserati and they charged me $35
Cheaper at the Chrysler Dealership, at least it is here is sac. The auto parts stores do not carry pennzoil platinum euro 5w 40. I can only get it at the Chrysler Dealership.
Hi James, I have recently bought a 2015 Ghibli and I also have watched most of you video clips and loved it. Keep up the great work. Recently I have noticed when do a very sharp turn in slow speed the front wheels are shuddering and making very unpleasant noise. Last week I have replaced the front tyres with Pirelli P Zero and also done four wheel tracking but the issue is still there. Would you be able to advise me any solutions for this matter? By the way I am in UK. Many thanks in advance. Induja
It's normal for the Pirelli tires. They are very sticky and also wear very fast. I had the same issue with my pirrelis. I bought Continental Extreme Contact Sports + tires for my car and the problem went away. :)
i agree with you , you are correct all manufacturers use parts from their other cars and this is a MASERATI , Mercedes, Porsche, BMW pass no one turn on but MASERATI oh man their turn to look at it and not only they give you the COMPLIMENT that this Beauty deserve
Aiman Naaj Hmmm an 80k car that using parts from Chrysler is a joke .... crapy plastic , shitty leather and things go well beyond let the germans make cars because they knew how to do it ;). not this shit piece of failed potential 😂
I owned a 2011 Chrysler 300 for 3 years and thought the same thing until I bought my 2014 Ghibli SQ4. This is no Chrysler. It may share some of the same parts but this is no Chrysler. If you have never owned either of these vehicles then you are speaking out of ignorance. If you have owned both, then I respect your opinion.
@@alanreyes8370 neither are BMWs, Mercedes, Audi, or any other brand. And what direction it went, good or bad is a matter of individual opinion. For me being an actual owner of a newer Maserati, the Ghibli took away some of the exclusivity of the brand, but the club is still a lot smaller than say BMW or Mercedes. I think Maserati went in the right direction as far as reliability is concerned based on my experience. And before you disagree with me, note that other high end car makers have produced their share of lemons. It also a relativity thing being there are a lot less Maseratis on the road than a BMW, Mercedes or even Teslas now a days, having one Ghibli become a lemon will get noticed more than one BMW relativily speaking.
@@alanreyes8370 Have you test driven one? If not try it just for fun. Don't be surprised if you find it a thrill to drive. But I know you will find a lot videos on youtube with nothing but negative things to say about the Ghibli. And some have had bad exeriences with their Maseratis. Bad apple in every bunch. Like I said, individual opinions which I differ on. Don't take my word for it, or theirs. Test drive one and form your own opinion. :)
Glad to hear there aren’t any major reliability issues as far as you’ve noticed. I’m 3 years behind you. I just bought a 2017 SQ4 in Sept 2020 with 29k miles. I absolutely love it so far!
Still got the car ? How has it been?
@@vws8851 Yes, I tend to pay cash for used cars and keep them for 15 years or so. So far, I've had zero issues with it. I've done the recommended yearly recommended maintenance at a local Maserati dealer, which ranges from 500-1200 depending on when belts/plugs are recommended, but it's been a truly amazing experience. Yes, the yearly maintenance is more than most cars, but the driving experience is far beyond what I've experienced as well. I'd highly recommend an ~3 yo depreciated used model with a 1 yr CPO warranty. I've never been a car guys, but the sounds from this car are memorizing!
@@jaquevius wow.. sounds almost too good to b true. Only 500-1200usd? Thats the normal schedule for yearly maintenance by maserati? Thats not bad at all
@@jaquevius how does it feel on the highway at high speeds ? And hows cabin noise and insulation? Im expecting it too b like a 2015+ bmw 750i or better for feeling stable on the highway and having very good insulation and a quiet cabin... would u agree?
I also have a 2014 Maserati Ghibli SQ4 and I definitely explored my options here in Houston and only trusted Sewell for my purchase as I know they have probably the most reputable dealerships in Texas. I haven't been turned off at all by any Crystler parts in my vehicle, and I have considered them to be honored to sport some of the same parts my Italian Maserati has inside. What they can't sport is that engine and they can't share that exhaust and thankfully so. I do also own German rides. A BMW 5 series and a Mercedes C63, which I will say is not shy about anything on the exhaust or the performance side, but either way I baby my Maserati and I have had reliability issues with both my German vehicles ofcourse, but I love their differences just as well. The Maserati is the one I consider my luxury vehicle, if it warrants repair it will receive it without delay as the others have, and I will do it without dealership cost when I'm afforded that opportunity. There is no denying Maserati...I hope to enjoy mine for many years to come.
Nathaniel Ochoa any tips other tips or things to look out for someone looking to buy a 2014 or 15 used in Texas? I’ve heard oil changes and mainly an be crazy expensive?
It's a VERY expensive car to maintain. It's also very fun to drive. The infotainment system in the early years absolutely sucked. I was in a serious accident in mine a couple months ago. A guy ran a red light going 80 and I hit him going 40. It tore the nose of the car off and broke both front axles. I was able to open the front door and walk away. It's a very safe car. Despite the cost of maintenance, I'm looking to buy another one.
Depends on which part of the intertainment system you are referring to. For me the best part of the intertainment system, especially on my 2014, in the exhaust note. 🔱
@@JamesDIYGarage Agreed on the exhaust note. It's music. I traded in my Jaguar XF which didn't have a great infotainment system, had a great stereo, but didn't have the exhaust note of the Ghibli. I've been casually looking for a replacement and investigated other cars, but I think I'm going to buy another Ghibli. Some maintenance issues, on the 2014 there is a fuse on the fuel pump that corrodes, and the 35,000 mile maintenance is $6,500. My car was was a duplicate of yours.
@@rcampbell4967 As you probably already know, I do all my own maintenance. So its a lot cheaper. I also document everything I do.
@@JamesDIYGarage I do know you do your own maintenance. Nothing to be done about $10 a quart for oil which coats the piston intake valve's requiring shot blasting with walnut shells. I don't have time for that so I pay to have it done. When I first moved to the LA area, I joked with the service rep at the Maserati dealer that the only two places I didn't need to use GPS to get to was the grocery store and the dealership. It's a great car to drive and a fun car to own. Just saying it's not a reliable car in my experience. Last year i spent about $8k on repairs and maintenance. That being said, I know the cost of ownership and am looking for my next ghibli because I loved owning it and driving it and I can, knock on wood, afford to maintain it. But, it's an expensive, unreliable car.
@@rcampbell4967 Don't be suprised if you are suprised at the reliability of your new Ghibli. All cars have their issues. But mine has been suprisingly reliable over the 3+ years I have owned it. Even with 84k miles on it.
Beautiful Maserati! James this video was posted 1 year ago. Is it still holding its value?
It has been holding value as good as any other Maserati Ghibli SQ4 since value is market driven and not car specific. Maserati's do depreciate more than a regular car. So if you are looking to buy based on value retention, Maserati is not the car you would be looking for. You buy a Maserati for the thrills, prestige, exclusivity and beauty of the car. My Ghibli has however been very reliable for the last 3+ years. I am very fortunate to be able to daily drive this car and it now has 84K miles on it. Still runs like new. But as you can see from my videos I doo take very good care of it without spending a fortune.
Interesting video.. I purchased a used CPO 2017 Ghibli SQ4 last fall, and didn't think about the CPO warranty void concern of changing my oil later this year. I'll have to hit up my Maserati mechanic about that. It's expensive, in Austin, he quoted $697, not sure how much in San Antonio but probably a bit less than this. I do agree it should be decent for reliability, but it is Italian and it will break more than say my Honda vehicles, which are tanks on wheels. But, I love my Mazi, and it's uniqueness and sound are second to none, and more practical than say an F430. :-)
Ghibli's are more practical than most other exotic supercars I agree. An F430 is not a daily driver. And while a used Bentley Continental GT can be had for around 40k, its gas mileage makes it less practical than a Ghibli.
I already got a ultra reliable old girl. But I would love to have this as my second car!
Once you drive one, your ultra reliable old girl will be your 2nd car. Cheers.
@@JamesDIYGarage 😂 maybe!
I been thinking of Financing a 2016 ghibli sq4. And thanks to your videos I feel more comfortable on making that move
You are welcome. I was seeing a lot of questions in the Maserait Ghibli Facebook groups from those looking to buy a Ghibli. I will posting some maintenance videos in the future. So don't forget to subscribe to my channel and click the bell so you will be notified when I post them.
Did you end up getting one?
JJASSO no I went with a 2018 camaro ss to many bad reviews on the car 🤦♂️
Bro Wayne I’m scared too, i been looking at this the bmw 640i grand coupe used. Or then new g80.
Are the problems fixed on this car in the 2018 and up models
I don't personally know for sure, but I have seen responses to this question in the Maserati Facebook groups saying most have resolved. However, I must say I have a 2014 SQ4, and I have not had any of those "issues". Mine has been flawlessly reliable as well as many other owners of.2014, 2015 etc. Any make/model is going to have it's share of lemons. And its always the negative posts that get the most attention. I have proof, my video on why my Maserati would not start has the many views. 😁
@@JamesDIYGarage I’m looking at a 2017 with 28k miles on it I hope it works out I should only be paying insurance on it
@@monopoly4277 is it an SQ4 with full leather and paddle shifters?
@@JamesDIYGarage not sure yet
@@monopoly4277 If it is not an SQ4, does not have full leather, shift paddles you will regret it after comparing it to other Ghiblis that do.
Under $100 bucks to change the oil
What type of oil you been using
Cause the Pennzoil platinum euro 5w-40 cost about $10 bucks each and it take 9 quarters + the oil filter
The oil I bought at advanced auto parts but the oil filter I bought at maserati and they charged me $35
Cheaper at the Chrysler Dealership, at least it is here is sac. The auto parts stores do not carry pennzoil platinum euro 5w 40. I can only get it at the Chrysler Dealership.
Hi James,
I have recently bought a 2015 Ghibli and I also have watched most of you video clips and loved it. Keep up the great work.
Recently I have noticed when do a very sharp turn in slow speed the front wheels are shuddering and making very unpleasant noise. Last week I have replaced the front tyres with Pirelli P Zero and also done four wheel tracking but the issue is still there. Would you be able to advise me any solutions for this matter? By the way I am in UK.
Many thanks in advance.
Induja
It's normal for the Pirelli tires. They are very sticky and also wear very fast. I had the same issue with my pirrelis. I bought Continental Extreme Contact Sports + tires for my car and the problem went away. :)
@@JamesDIYGarage Thanks James.👍
i agree with you , you are correct all manufacturers use parts from their other cars and this is a MASERATI , Mercedes, Porsche, BMW pass no one turn on but MASERATI oh man their turn to look at it and not only they give you the COMPLIMENT that this Beauty deserve
Aiman Naaj Hmmm an 80k car that using parts from Chrysler is a joke .... crapy plastic , shitty leather and things go well beyond let the germans make cars because they knew how to do it ;). not this shit piece of failed potential 😂
You are paying for name only
Love your car
Thank you. I do too.
Watched for 6 minutes. That's 6 minutes of my life that I ain't getting back #boring
I think your outnumbered.
@@JamesDIYGarage *you're 🤣🥴
great video. I have 2019 sq4 I love the car. In reference to maintenance I take care of that myself.
What is the brand name for the ODB reader you have?
Odb star pro II
Barney Rubble has upgraded 😲😳
What year is your car?
It's a 2014. I bought it October 27 2017 with 53k miles on it.
Fancy Chrysler
I owned a 2011 Chrysler 300 for 3 years and thought the same thing until I bought my 2014 Ghibli SQ4. This is no Chrysler. It may share some of the same parts but this is no Chrysler. If you have never owned either of these vehicles then you are speaking out of ignorance. If you have owned both, then I respect your opinion.
Maseratis aren’t what they used to be😔😔😔
@@alanreyes8370 neither are BMWs, Mercedes, Audi, or any other brand. And what direction it went, good or bad is a matter of individual opinion. For me being an actual owner of a newer Maserati, the Ghibli took away some of the exclusivity of the brand, but the club is still a lot smaller than say BMW or Mercedes. I think Maserati went in the right direction as far as reliability is concerned based on my experience. And before you disagree with me, note that other high end car makers have produced their share of lemons. It also a relativity thing being there are a lot less Maseratis on the road than a BMW, Mercedes or even Teslas now a days, having one Ghibli become a lemon will get noticed more than one BMW relativily speaking.
James DIY Garage I guess.i would never own one
@@alanreyes8370 Have you test driven one? If not try it just for fun. Don't be surprised if you find it a thrill to drive. But I know you will find a lot videos on youtube with nothing but negative things to say about the Ghibli. And some have had bad exeriences with their Maseratis. Bad apple in every bunch. Like I said, individual opinions which I differ on. Don't take my word for it, or theirs. Test drive one and form your own opinion. :)