Maseratis that appreciate in value (yes, they do!)

We often hear that Maserati discounted". That's true... for many models produced recently and in large volumes. But the brand's history is also full of exceptions, cars which, because they are rare, sporting legends or stylistically unique, have risen or stayed very high. Here's an overview, complete with figures, to set the record straight.

The current queen: MC12 Stradale, the case study

Iconic of Maserati's sporting renaissance in the mid-2000s, the MC12 Stradale ticks all the boxes: technical base from the Ferrari Enzo, naturally-aspirated V12, tiny production run (around 50 examples on the road) and GT1 track record for the racing version. August 2025, one MC12 reached 5,202,500 $ at Monterey, becoming the most expensive modern Maserati ever sold. A strong signal: in a turbulent environment for the brand, its legendary pieces remain a safe haven.

The classics: A6GCS, 250F & A6G/2000

There are, of course, the classic Maseratis, which are rare and highly sought after by the most discerning collectors:

• A6GCS/53 Spider (Frua): highly courted thoroughbred from the 1950s; at Pebble Beach 2018, one example sold for 5,170,000 $.
• 250F (1956): iconic Grand Prix single-seater, victorious in its day; record 4,620,000 $ (Pebble Beach 2014).
• A6G/2000 and A6G/54 (Zagato, Frua, Berlinetta/Spider): depending on body style and history, prices have ranged from 2 M$ to 4.5 M$ over the last ten years, demonstrating a solid demand for Maseratis bodied by the big names.

Concepts like the Maserati Boomerang (1972)

A unique piece designed by Giugiaro, the Maserati Boomerang is the perfect example of a "rolling art" collectible. Sold for €3.3m at Chantilly in 2015, it illustrates the premium placed on unique objects that have left their mark on design.

The coveted "customer races": MC12 Corse & Tipo 61

• MC12 Corse (2006): an on-road version reserved for select customers; one example reached 3,811,000 $ (Scottsdale 2023).
• Tipo 61 "Birdcage" (1960): depending on the car and its history, prices regularly approach or exceed 2 M$. Demand for Maserati sport-protos remains structural.

Grand Touring convertibles: Ghibli, Mistral, 3500 GT Spyder

Spyders by Vignale or Frua, and Ghibli SS 4.9s, stand out for their long-term upward trend: several recent sales have ranged from 550,000 $s to 1.5 M$s, depending on rarity (prototype, SS, factory conversion), condition and originality. These are not "rockets" like racing cars, but reassuring pillars of an Italian collection.

Selected sales benchmarks

• 2005 MC12 Stradale: 5,202,500 $ (Monterey, August 14, 2025).
• 1955 A6GCS/53 Spider (Frua): 5,170,000 $ (Pebble Beach, 2018).
• 1956 250F: 4,620,000 $ (Pebble Beach, 2014).
• 2006 MC12 Corse: 3,811,000 $ (Scottsdale, 2023).
• 1972 Boomerang (concept): ≈ 3,3 M€ (2015).
• 1961 5000 GT "Indianapolis" (Allemano): 1,677,500 $ (Pebble Beach, 2016).
• 1971 Ghibli 4.9 SS Spider: 1,500,000 $ (Pebble Beach, 2016).
• 1961 3500 GT Spyder Vignale: recurring results between 550,000 $ and 900,000 $ depending on the model.

What these rising Maseratis have in common

• High rarity (tiny series, one-offs, prototypes, prestige coachbuilders).
• Credible sporting pedigree (factory/client commitment, titles, drivers).
• Noble" powertrains (Ferrari V12, large Maserati 6-cylinder, manual gearboxes).
• Clear provenance & matching numbers, impeccable maintenance/restoration records.
• Iconic styling (Giugiaro, Zagato, Frua...) that appeals beyond fashion.

And the modern ones?

No, not all modern Maseratis increase in value. The MC20 Cielo Primaserie has shown market peaks around 370-470 k$, but this is more a novelty/limited edition premium than a structural trend comparable to the classics. Excluding highly constrained special series, recent Maseratis follow the classic discount.

Among the few exceptions are the limited editions and almost unobtainable Maserati GranCabrio Fendi. And let's not forget the priceless Maserati Alfieri concept, which recently joined the collection of the Umberto Panini Museum.

Among other modern candidates, the MCXtrema could follow in the footsteps of the MC12, despite its lack of sporting pedigree. Its exclusivity and extreme performance make it an ideal candidate for a Maserati that will take or, in the worst case, maintain its value over time. In fact, an MCXtrema Stradale would be a welcome idea to repeat the recipe of the MC12 Stradale.

Finally, the case of the MC20 / MCPura is interesting. While this model is currently being shunned in the new-build market, it could well benefit from the same phenomenon as the Alfa Romeo 4C when it is no longer in production, i.e. an upward trend in price, higher than the new-build selling price. If there's a gamble to be made, it's on this model. When you consider the price of its close cousin, the Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale, it's not impossible.