A manual gearbox is also under evaluation for limited editions. A Real Manual GearboxThe recently facelifted Maserati GranTurismo (left), Grecale (middle) and GranCabrio (right). Alongside the V8, Maserati is weighing the return of a manual transmission for its most exclusive sports cars. More: Maserati GranTurismo Drops 882 Lbs And Prepares To Go RacingWhere other brands have gone with electronic or simulated setups, Ferrari’s 12Cilindri Manuale among them, Maserati wants the real thing. I think these days, a good mechanical gearbox could cost €15,000-20,000 ($17,300-23,100) while an automatic gearbox costs less than €3,000 ($3,500)”.