Maserati Quattroporte III Royale, 1989
Maserati Quattroporte III
Maserati Quattroporte III•
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€29,800 | Sold
- From an important Italian collection
- Italian registration document
- Chassis no. AM33049M005966
- Engine no. AM107/23/49 5966
- Design by Giugiaro
- Only 53 produced!
- Rare example equipped with a manual gearbox
In the 1960s, while Enzo Ferrari absolutely refused to produce even a single saloon, Maserati “took the plunge.” The first generation, designed by Pietro Frua, dates from 1963. Ten years later came the Quattroporte II, from the Citroën era, with limited success—and a limited engine offering—compared with the marque’s ambitions for the model. The situation was put right in 1979 with the third series, designed by Giugiaro. It featured the historic V8 engine and a level of finish that met the expectations of traditional customers. That was all it took for royalty to take a renewed interest in the marque.
It was nicknamed “Presidenziale” because it was so popular with the Italian authorities, particularly with Italian Presidents Sandro Pertini and Francesco Cossiga. In 1987, Maserati unveiled the Royale, offering a significant improvement in finish and equipment for twice the price of a standard Quattroporte. The interior was upholstered entirely in top-quality leather, the wood trim was walnut, and the 4.9-litre V8’s power was increased to 300 bhp.
As confirmed by Fabio Collina, manager of Maserati’s historical archives, this late-1989 Royale was delivered new to Montelabbate, Italy, and is one of the rare examples fitted with the five-speed ZF manual gearbox. Its name is well deserved when you take your place inside. The interior, trimmed in “Cuio Naturale” brown leather, is sumptuous, and the list of options is generous: a three-spoke Momo wooden sports steering wheel, electrically adjustable seats, an electric sunroof, a Pioneer radio with wireless remote control, two Nokia telephone holders, and retractable walnut tables concealed in the rear doors.
Today, it is part of an important Italian collection and is certainly one of its rarest cars. This luxurious Royale, finished in dark metallic “Rifle Grey,” shows 112,500 km on the odometer. It has been laid up for many years and needs recommissioning. The Royale is one of the jewels of Maserati production and embodies the marque’s ambition to conquer the highest echelons of society. A true rarity on the market, this example is an opportunity to acquire one of the most luxurious and exclusive cars of its era, admired by the likes of Luciano Pavarotti.
Please note that an application for a duplicate Italian registration document is in progress, and it will be handed over to the buyer as soon as possible after the sale. From an important Italian collection Italian title - Design by Giugiaro - Only 53 produced! - Rare model with manual gearbox In the 1960s, when Enzo Ferrari absolutely refused to produce a single saloon, Maserati took the plunge. The first generation, designed by Pietro Frua, dates back to 1963. This was followed ten years later by the Quattroporte II of the Citroën period, whose success - and engine - were limited in relation to the brand's ambitions for this model. The situation was remedied in 1979, with the third series designed by Giugiaro.
It featured the historic V8 engine and a finish in line with the expectations of traditional customers. This was all it took for the crowned heads to take a renewed interest in the brand. It was nicknamed the 'Presidenziale' because of its popularity with the Italian authorities, and in particular with the Presidents of the Italian Republic, Sandro Pertini and Francesco Cossiga. In 1987, Maserati presented the Royale, offering a significant improvement in finish and equipment for twice the price of a standard Quattroporte. For example, the interior was entirely upholstered in top-quality leather, the woodwork was in walnut and the 4.9-litre V8 engine's power was increased to 300 bhp.
As Fabio Collina, manager of Maserati's historical archives, confirms, this late 1989 Royale was delivered new to Montelabbate in Italy, and is one of the rare examples to be fitted with the five-speed ZF manual gearbox. Its name is well deserved when it comes to sitting aboard. The interior, trimmed in 'Cuio Naturale' brown leather, is sumptuous, and the range of options is generous: Momo three-spoke wooden sports steering wheel, electrically adjustable seats, electric sunroof, Pioneer radio with wireless remote control, two Nokia telephone holders and retractable walnut shelves concealed in the rear doors.
It is now part of an important Italian collection, certainly one of the rarest in the collection. This luxurious Royale in dark Rifle grey metallic, with 112,500 km on the clock, has been at a standstill for many years and is in need of a complete overhaul. Please note that a duplicate of the Italian title is in process and will be delivered to the buyer as soon as possible after the sale. Photos © Alexis Ruben
Cost
123,210 AED
