24/06/2008 11:22. The current Maserati Quattroporte has been on sale for nearly five years and has managed to tally more than 15,000 sales worldwide in that time. Despite the lack of significant upgrades since its introduction, the model continues to be a driving force for the companys sales and was a key factor in helping the marque return to profitability last year after 17 years of losses. In order to keep sales strong as Maserati works on a full replacement due in 2011, the current Quattroporte saloon will receive a minor facelift and several mechanical upgrades.

Changes include a new grille with vertical slats, reminiscent of the GranTurismo, and revised headlights with a strip of LED daytime running lights along their base. The under-door moulding is more noticeable and blends with the new bumpers,... // CarCental Australia