Since we digressed to a quality discussion by origin here is the US ranking from JD power of Cars(not SUV etc)
Top Rated Cars - 2013 Initial Quality Study
35 cars ranked:
Euro models 10 chosen
Asian - 18 models chosen
US - 7
Not bad for these horrible Euro models of which I own one listed(GTi). Asian models continue to do well. I own one listed my- 370Z. Glad I have both spectrums covered
On topic - Maserati sales have exploded(virturally doubled from 2012 numbers), and from what the local dealer tells me they have a good reputation here for quality.
That being said German models are sophisticated(maybe too sophisticated) and in terms of electronics have more issues. The Germans think they do electronics well but in actuality its Asian makers who do the best. Styling wise I think Euro makers do the best in terms of looks.