Highlights

Only 12,270 km (7,624 miles) from new
One family owned from new
One of only 24 with factory-installed power steering and an electric sunroof out of a total 524 examples of the 420 Si
Impressive list of factory options includes air conditioning, Alcantara, Swiss-made gold clock and Borrani Milan 7.5x15" wire wheels
Extensively recommissioned following a period of dry storage in southern Italy
New stainless steel full exhaust system
Recent correction work to original coat of Nero paintwork

The Appeal

The 420 Si is among the rarest, most well-appointed and desirable variants of the long-lived BiTurbo model. Maserati built it exclusively for the European market to rival the BMW E30 3 Series, something the 420 Si would never quite achieve in terms of sales, but more than made up for in style, performance and luxury.

It's believed that just 524 examples were ever made, of which only 24 came in this high factory specification with power steering and an electric sunroof. You'll note that this BiTurbo is also equipped with electric front windows, front seats, boot/petrol cap release, door mirrors and sunroof. Features also included a dog-leg manual gearbox, climate control, Alcantara upholstery, a signed Nardi steering wheel, full interior wood trimming, Swiss-made gold clock, air horns and Borrani alloy wheels which were made bespoke for the car at point of purchase (with invoice to prove). That's quite a spec list, especially for a car made in 1988!

We're assured that the Maserati remains entirely original, even down to the factory Nero paintwork, which has undergone recent correction work in order to look its best. But wait, it gets better...

What truly sets this car apart is its history. Originally purchased by the current owner's father, this Maserati has remained in the same family since new. Imported into the UK in 2019 by the current owner who is in the same family, the car has since undergone extensive recommissioning after being securely dry-stored in Italy for many years. Accompanying the car is a vast collection of original documents including the original purchase order, the original bill of sale, the original leather-bound book pack and much, much more besides.

Since arrival in the UK, the 420 Si has undergone a great deal of recommissioning work and the vendor notes that it now drives like a new car.

The vendor remarks:

"It's a unique example due to its condition and history. A limited edition from the factory, optioned with a Nardi wooden steering wheel and Borrani Milan wire wheels, plus the only two options available when new like the electric sunroof and power steering only installed on 24 vehicles of the Si series. It's a a monster on the road!"

The History and Paperwork

Rare European model, believed to be one of 524 produced
12,270 km
Imported into the UK in 2018 by the current owner
Original bill of sale and purchase order
Complete leather-bound book pack
Italian Insurance documentation and recovery cards
Authentic Italian provenance check
Welcome letter from Maserati Italy
Italian registration documents, UK V5, and import documentation
Detailed build documentation
Maintained by well-regarded Autosport Maserati dealership in Bologna during the '80s and '90s
Underwent extensive recent recommissioning after a period of dry storage
MOT valid until April 2025
2 keys

The Condition

Recent correction to what we're informed is the original Nero paintwork
Completely undersealed upon arrival in the UK
Repolished wood trim and detailed leather and Alcantara interior
New tyres and wheel refurbishment recently performed
Remarkably little wear apparent to the interior, commensurate with the mileage
Retains original factory-fitted options; entirely unmodified according to the vendor

The Mechanics

2.0-litre twin-turbo fuel-injected V6 with 223 bhp
'Dog-leg' manual transmission with five gears
New cambelt (replaced twice since UK arrival in 2018)
Thorough recent servicing with all fluids replaced
Steering rack overhaul performed
Brand new full exhaust system in stainless steel
A pioneering twin-turbo car from the 80s, offering impressive performance even by today's standards

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