The Maserati MC12

Maserati MC12

Cambiocorsa Transmission

In line with the MC12’s performance-oriented design, it is supplied exclusively with the six-speed Maserati Cambiocorsa transmission offering computerised gear selection. The driver doesn’t need to touch the clutch with this electro-hydraulic gearbox and instead selects the gears using the paddles mounted behind the steering wheel. The transmission’s two modes are selected at the touch of a button. The Sport mode will be the driver’s most frequent choice, with ASR functionality at its safest level, while the Race setting enhances the kind of sporty characteristics of the car, conceived for use on racetracks. In Race mode, in fact, the system delivers quicker gear changes and the ASR intervention is kept to a minimum.

Wheels And Suspension

The MC12 has independent wishbone suspension front and rear with anti-dive and anti-squat geometry and push-rod suspension. This set-up offers very progressive suspension response for exceptional handling precision under all conditions. The front of the car can be raised for parking ramps and the 19" wheels are attached via a single centre locking wheel nut. The MC12 is fitted with Pirelli tyres: 245/35 (front) and 345/35 (rear).

Brakes

The MC12’s brakes were developed by Brembo. They deliver maximum braking efficiency and fade resistance, thanks to large ventilated cross-drilled discs (front diameter 380 mm, rear 335 mm), with six and four-piston alloy callipers (front/rear). ABS is also standard.

Interior And Accessories

The cabin boasts a targa top, which instantly turns the MC12 into a spyder. The cabin itself is the epitome of elegance and sportiness. It is simple and understated, typical of an extreme car yet also displaying the meticulous care and finish that have become a classic Trident signature. There is exceptional harmony between the high tech-effect carbon features, the perforated leather trim and the stunning yet high-grip tough technical fabric too.

The upper part of the leather and carbon-trimmed steering wheel is slightly flattened. The dashboard, with its clean tailored lines, is characteristically Maserati. The instruments are organised around a central and prominent speedometer, placed directly in front of the driver. The center console includes the controls for the climate control system, and two of its four vents. Set at the intersection of the console and the central tunnel is the characteristic oval clock, and the blue engine Start button. Other controls are laid out on the titanium-coloured stylised central tunnel which also includes a storage compartment and a 12 volt outlet.

The seats have a carbon fibre structure with high lateral containment: the seats themselves are upholstered in fabric with the shoulder rests in perforated leather. The doors have carbon fibre panels and pockets complete with the electric window buttons. The pedals are aluminium and the mats rubber.

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