Photos: Full speed ahead at LA Auto Show

While not new (it was released in Geneva and appeared again at the 2007 New York auto show) the Maserati Gran Turismo made more public appearances this past week at both the LA and Dubai auto shows. Don't miss the chance to see this car in person if you can, as photos don't do justice to the quality of materials used.

The luxury grand touring car was designed by Pininfarina--and it shows from the handmade leather interior, burled wood steering wheel and even matching luggage. Oh yes, it also happens to have Ferrari guts--a 4.2-liter V8 engine that makes about 400 horsepower and can go from 0-60 in 5.1 seconds.