Complete Tunnel Cover Console

The Complete Tunnel Cover Console, specified in Nero (Black) with Part Number 67696600 (and material code 364014594), is a quintessential interior component for your Maserati 4200 GT. This central console assembly is far more than just a cover; it is a central hub of functionality, ergonomics, and the defining aesthetic of your vehicle’s luxurious cabin.

Spanning the transmission tunnel between the front seats, this console fundamentally shapes the interior environment. Aesthetically, its “Nero (Black)” finish provides a timeless, elegant, and sporty backdrop for the vehicle’s controls and complements various interior color schemes. It visually connects the dashboard to the rear of the cabin, creating a cohesive and well-appointed space. Functionally, it is paramount. The console serves as the integrated housing for numerous critical controls and features, placing them within intuitive reach of the driver and passenger. This includes the gear shifter, handbrake lever, window switches, controls for the infotainment system, climate control, and often various storage compartments and armrests. Its ergonomic design is crucial for comfortable and intuitive interaction with the vehicle’s systems, especially during spirited driving. Beneath its finished surface, the console meticulously conceals the transmission tunnel, complex wiring harnesses, and other mechanical components, ensuring a clean, safe, and refined interior free from unsightly elements.

Given its prominent location and constant interaction by occupants, the complete tunnel cover console can be susceptible to various forms of wear and damage:

• Cosmetic Wear: The “Nero (Black)” surface, whether plastic or leather-covered, can show signs of scuffs, scratches, fading, or peeling due to constant contact, spills, or UV exposure. The areas around the shifter and handbrake are particularly prone to wear.
• Physical Damage: Impacts from items (e.g., keys, phones, bags) or even occupants’ knees can cause cracks, chips, or breakage of the plastic structure.
• Heat Deformation: Prolonged exposure to intense sunlight and heat buildup in the cabin can, in some cases, lead to warping or distortion of the plastic components, affecting fit and finish.
• Broken Mounting Tabs/Points: Stress from repeated use, vibration, or improper installation/removal can cause the mounting tabs to break, leading to a loose, rattling console.
• Sticky/Faded Buttons: While the switches themselves are separate, the console provides their housing, and often discoloration or stickiness of surrounding materials occurs.

Symptoms of a damaged tunnel cover console include visible cracks, deep scratches, faded or peeling finish, a loose or rattling fit, or issues with integrated storage compartments. While generally not impacting vehicle operation directly, a compromised console significantly detracts from the Maserati’s interior aesthetics, functionality, and overall perceived quality. Replacing this complete assembly is a significant interior repair, often requiring careful disassembly of surrounding trim and precise reassembly to ensure all controls integrate correctly and the console sits flush and securely.

For your Maserati 4200 GT, ensuring the integrity and pristine condition of the Complete Tunnel Cover Console (Part Number 67696600) in Nero (Black) is paramount for maintaining the luxurious aesthetics, ergonomic functionality, and overall sophistication of your vehicle’s interior. Replacing a worn or damaged console with a genuine Maserati part will help uphold the impeccable standards expected of your Italian grand tourer.