1982 Maserati Quattroporte III
Highlights
- A highly original example, inside, out and under the bonnet
- Complete overhaul of the cylinder head in recent years
- Five-speed manual gearbox with dog-leg gate
- One of only 2,145 produced worldwide
- Featured in News d'Anciennes FFVE in 2024
The most
Under the direction of Alejandro De Tomaso, Maserati abandoned the various original Citroën systems fitted to its cars, a legacy of its previous French owners. Whereas the Quattroporte II shared its powertrain with the Citroën SM with front-wheel drive and hydropneumatic suspension, the Quattroporte III was inspired by the Kyalami. It uses a more conventional propulsion system, suspension geometry inspired by the Jaguar XJ, a V8 engine with twin camshafts and conventional power steering. The design by Giorgetto Giugiaro influenced the aesthetics of many future Maserati models.
Produced in just 2,145 examples, we are delighted to offer one of the most original models still in existence. This 1982 version with 4.9-litre engine has been in the care of its current owner since December 2018 and has benefited from extensive work, including a complete overhaul of the cylinder head. It is fitted with a five-speed manual gearbox with reverse gate, ideal for its grand touring capabilities.
If you're a Maserati collector or passionate about the marque, you'll know how rare these cars are, especially in such original, ready-to-run condition.
History and documents
- Supplied with owner's manual, wiring diagrams and parts catalogue
- Owned at the time by celebrities such as Sandro Pertini and Luciano Pavarotti; only 2,145 produced
- Acquired by the seller on 09/12/2018 at 21,378 km
- Last MOT carried out at 31,237 km
- Current odometer reading 31,356 km
- VIN apparently illegible, reported at last MOT
- Featured in News d'Anciennes FFVE in 2024
- Trialli Franco service record in Modena, Italy
Condition
- The seller states that the car is entirely original, with the exception of the Nardi steering wheel.
- Original "Doppio Strato" paint scheme preserved and in good overall condition with a patina consistent with its age
- Original Maserati aluminium alloy wheels
- Overall straight bodywork with clean lines and good door alignment
- Minor signs of corrosion on the right-hand rear wheel arches
- Slight impact damage to right-hand front bumper
- Exterior right-hand rear door lock partly broken
- Vintage radio with electric aerial
- Electric seats, windows and mirrors reported to be in good working order
- Original upholstery well preserved, with only slight signs of wear
- Some wear to woodwork and pitting to chrome handles
- Carpets and headlining in good condition
- Well-preserved controls, instruments and switches
Powertrain
- 4.9-litre V8 engine
- Five-speed manual transmission with reverse gate
- New battery recently installed
- Avon Turbosteel tyres in good condition according to seller
- Engine compartment in good condition
- Parking brake not considered to be very effective
- Cylinder head completely overhauled prior to current purchase
- Indicated as being in very good working and driving condition
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1982
- Make Maserati
- Model Quattroporte
- Colour Brown
- Odometer 31,356 Kilometres
- Engine size 4900
Listing Details
- Seller type Private
- Town Bourgogne
- Location International
- Country France
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