Visual beauty

The majestic hand of Pininfarina was responsible for the lines of the Maserati GranTurismo Convertible. Illustrating how the final design of Maserati's new convertible came about is Guglielmo Cartia, Design Vice Director at the Turin-based firm. "As we were dealing with a cabrio, there were two fundamental factors to consider when projecting the car's design and both were important: the design with the top down as well as with it closed. With the top down, the priority was to create a harmonious look with the car's front section. This is not easy to do on a convertible, above all a sports car with a long and imposing hood line. We had to get the proportions balanced and we did this by extending the trunk and, at the same time, the soft top section until it reached the rear head rests. This gives the bodywork its continuity, producing an overall design equilibrium".

Despite this extensive design work, the GranTurismo Convertible maintains the unmistakable elements common to the Maserati range. "It's true: the GranTurismo Convertible is a continuation of the visual look of the GranTurismo. It was crucial not to lose the character of this powerful but elegant car, something that unites the new generation Maseratis. The roof is very compact in the rear, with a low rear glass window; it was also a challenge to generate the impression of a pillar into the design of the soft top and rear window. The rear bumper is another key to lending the car its sense of power with the roof closed. The muscular bumper blends into the car's flanks and mirrors the aggressive front end".

"The chrome that continues around the bodywork underlines the car's prestige. Incorporated into this design element is the third stop light, which completes the smart and functional look".