On the occasion of the opening round of the GT2 European Series on the Circuit Paul Ricard, Maserati exhibited several new models in the paddock, including the MC20 GT2 Stradale and the Safety-Car version of the MC20. Nevertheless, the most spectacular was undoubtedly the MCXtrema, a radical extrapolation designed exclusively for track use.
A total of 62 units will be built in Modena, and you've already discover some of them on italpassion. Here, the supercar is freed from all regulatory constraints: the balance of performance and the different standards of this or that championship are forgotten, allowing Maserati to unleash the engine's potential and let loose with the design. As a reminder, the MCXtrema is based on a carbon-fiber monocoque and uses the in-house 3.0 Nettuno V6, boosted here to 730 hp with maximum torque of 730 Nm.
Two examples on display, including one "personalized
Two models were on display in the showroom, alongside the GT2 Stradale, the GT2 racing prototype and the "old one", the Gran Turismo Trophy.
The white and grey model, stamped with the number 24, is in fact the prototype for the MCXtrema, used for development. This can be seen in certain finishes and body elements, which are simpler than the marketed version. The other model, stamped with the number 14, was a customized customer model, and its mauve color is immediately obvious.
In fact, the MCXtrema offers purchasers numerous customization options, A sign humorously referred to this as "beastspoke", a reference to the principle of "Bespoke", the jargon for the customization services offered by manufacturers. The three initial livery options are "Corse" blue and white (MC12 style), "The Original" deep blue and "Speed Beast" black with yellow piping. The mauve hue is a customer choice, as are details such as the silver trim strips on the spoiler and several body sections, and the alcantara upholstery on the dashboard.
The trident is everywhere
The exterior design is entirely devoted to aerodynamic efficiency: Side skirts, deflectors, wheel flaps, a gaping diffuser and a "foamy" rear wing with LMP1-style shark fin all testify to the considerable support this supercar can generate.
The designers have also multiplied references to the Trident by playing on the sharp lines and numerous edges of the MCXrema's radical design: you can make out the Maserati symbol in the airflow tunnels on the front hood, in the very large vertical air intakes that encircle the rear of the cabin and feed the entire cooling system in the stern, in the mirrors, in the spectacular rear lights and even in the diffuser cut-out! Last but not least, "powered by Nettuno" is discreetly displayed on the hood.
The cockpit
Inside, which is revealed by opening the very light elytra doors (equipped with a first panel of controls, for the lights among others), the cockpit proves to be very impressive, with a futuristic design that borrows from fighter aircraft, notably the large red switches on the center console.
The F1-style steering wheel incorporates the information display and several adjustment knobs, notably for ABS and Traction Control, while the center console panel features knobs for brake distribution and engine mapping. Ventilation and air-conditioning nozzles are positioned just above the steering wheel, so as not to totally ignore rider comfort.
The basic version of the MCXtrema costs almost a million euros. For the time being, Maserati has no plans to make any technical changes to this monster, which continues its worldwide roadshow.
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