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Highlights
- Rare Maserati Quattroporte III - one of only 2,141 produced
- Comprehensive restoration with €15,000 invested in 2021
- Maserati Classiche certified with matching numbers
- Original leather interior with functioning electric seats
- Recently upgraded with modern conveniences
- Big history and restoration file accompanying the car
The Appeal
Designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro, packed with an impressive V8 and loaded with Italian charisma, the Qauttroporte is packed with luxury and muscle in equal quantities - and really rewrote a chapter in Italian motoring. This prestigious model was favoured by Italian President Sandro Pertini and numerous celebrities of the era - and well, who can blame them?
This Quattroporte has been well maintained and upgraded since being imported from the US in 2020. With approximately €15,000 invested in mechanical and electrical repairs, the current owner has used it regularly for the past two years, and has found it perfect for long-distance travel. The Maserati Classiche certification confirms its original colour combination and matching numbers, and from top to tyres, it's a simply excellent car.
History and Paperwork
- Imported from the US in 2020
- Registered as a historic vehicle
- Comes with Maserati Classiche certification confirming original colour combination and matching numbers
- Includes all Maserati factory detail production sheets for this specific example
- Comprehensive service history from 2022-2025 with detailed maintenance records
- Driven regularly during the last 5 years
The Condition
- Silver exterior appears in smart condition following cosmetic bodywork in 2023
- Two tiny spots of corrosion on doors noted as still needing attention
- New Goodyear tyres fitted in 2023 with wheel balancing
- Original brown leather interior presents well for its age
- Original radio with antenna remains functional
- Electric windows and 12-way electric seat adjustments all reported to be working properly
- New headliner installed in 2025 to original design specification
- New floor mats fitted in 2024 with additional rug pads to protect original carpets
- Modern upgrades include central locking system and daytime running lights
The Mechanics
- 4.9-litre V8 24V producing 280hp
- 3-speed Chrysler A727 automatic transmission
- Subject to a transmission overhaul in 2023
- Comprehensive electrical wiring harness recommissioning completed in 2023
- Air conditioning system modernised and recommissioned for easier maintenance
- Full fuel system replacement in 2024 including new tank, hoses, and filters
- Carburettor reconditioned and adjusted by specialist Wiesław Pietrzyk workshop
- Complete suspension replacement with six new shock absorbers in 2024
- Brake system overhaul including new calipers, discs and pads in 2024
- Power steering fluid changed in 2024
- New battery installed in 2025
- Headlights upgraded to modern bulb version for improved visibility
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