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==Overview==
==Overview==
=== Design ===
The Marbelle's styling is blend of '70's/'80's North American [[wp:Ford Granada (North America)|Ford Granadas]] and Lincolns. The car's headlights somewhat resemble those of the 1977–1979 [[wikipedia:Lincoln Versailles|Lincoln Versailles]], and the taillights resemble those of the 1981-1984 [[wp:Lincoln Town Car#First generation|Lincoln Town Car]]. The sides, front bumper, windows,and roof pillars resemble those of the 1975-1980 Ford Granadas (these are also very similar to the 1977/1978 Lincoln Versailles); there are also vents surrounding the headlights much like those from the 1975-1977 Granadas.
The Marbelle's styling is blend of '70's/'80's North American [[wp:Ford Granada (North America)|Ford Granadas]] and Lincolns. The car's headlights somewhat resemble those of the 1977–1979 [[wikipedia:Lincoln Versailles|Lincoln Versailles]], and the taillights resemble those of the 1981-1984 [[wp:Lincoln Town Car#First generation|Lincoln Town Car]]. The sides, front bumper, windows,and roof pillars resemble those of the 1975-1980 Ford Granadas (these are also very similar to the 1977/1978 Lincoln Versailles); there are also vents surrounding the headlights much like those from the 1975-1977 Granadas.


=== Performance ===
The Marbelle's performance is average in all respects. Its performance is comparable to the [[Emperor (car)|Emperor]], though its marginally smaller size results in slightly superior handling and a little less body roll. The Marbelle has slightly higher ground clearance than most sedans, making it better able to drive over curbs.
The Marbelle's performance is average in all respects. Its performance is comparable to the [[Emperor (car)|Emperor]], though its marginally smaller size results in slightly superior handling and a little less body roll. The Marbelle has slightly higher ground clearance than most sedans, making it better able to drive over curbs.
The car may be sold at [[Stevie]]'s [[S&M Auto Sales]] for a maximum of $1,500 (in perfect condition) after completion of [[Stevie's Car Thefts]] in GTA IV.


== Trivia==
== Trivia==
*In Grand Theft Auto IV, the two default radio stations in the Marbelle are [[JNR - Jazz Nation Radio 108.5]] and [[Fusion FM]].
* The Marbelle's name may be a reference to the Ford Granada, Granada and Marbella both being Spanish place-names.
* The Marbelle's name may be a reference to the Ford Granada, Granada and Marbella both being Spanish place-names.
* After collecting all thirty cars for [[Stevie]] he agrees to purchase cars from [[Niko Bellic]], with the Marbelle fetching $1,500.
* In Grand Theft Auto IV, the two default radio stations in the Marbelle are [[JNR - Jazz Nation Radio 108.5]] and [[Fusion FM]].


==Locations==
==Locations==

Revision as of 12:59, 30 November 2009

File:Marbelle (GTA4) (front).jpg
A Willard Marbelle in GTA IV (Rear quarter view).

The Willard Marbelle is a vehicle available in Grand Theft Auto IV. It is a four-door, rear wheel drive sedan found throughout Liberty City, but most commonly in Broker It is driven by various characters in cutscenes, most notably Vlad Glebov, who owns a blue Marbelle.

Overview

Design

The Marbelle's styling is blend of '70's/'80's North American Ford Granadas and Lincolns. The car's headlights somewhat resemble those of the 1977–1979 Lincoln Versailles, and the taillights resemble those of the 1981-1984 Lincoln Town Car. The sides, front bumper, windows,and roof pillars resemble those of the 1975-1980 Ford Granadas (these are also very similar to the 1977/1978 Lincoln Versailles); there are also vents surrounding the headlights much like those from the 1975-1977 Granadas.

Performance

The Marbelle's performance is average in all respects. Its performance is comparable to the Emperor, though its marginally smaller size results in slightly superior handling and a little less body roll. The Marbelle has slightly higher ground clearance than most sedans, making it better able to drive over curbs.

The car may be sold at Stevie's S&M Auto Sales for a maximum of $1,500 (in perfect condition) after completion of Stevie's Car Thefts in GTA IV.

Trivia

  • The Marbelle's name may be a reference to the Ford Granada, Granada and Marbella both being Spanish place-names.
  • In Grand Theft Auto IV, the two default radio stations in the Marbelle are JNR - Jazz Nation Radio 108.5 and Fusion FM.

Locations