Maserati Quattroporte 3rd Gen
The Giugiaro-designed Quattroporte III offers hand-built Italian V8 luxury with an imposing, formal style. It's an affordable classic sedan, but buyers should be prepared for the high cost of maintenance and parts.
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The Maserati Quattroporte III (Tipo AM330) debuted in 1979 under the ownership of Alejandro de Tomaso. It represented a return to Maserati's traditional formula: a big, luxurious sedan with a powerful V8 engine and rear-wheel drive. The sharp, wedge-like styling came from Giorgetto Giugiaro at Italdesign, giving the car an imposing presence that set it apart from its German rivals. These cars were largely hand-built, with opulent leather and wood interiors befitting a flagship luxury car of the era.
Collectors appreciate the Quattroporte III for its distinctive Italian character and Giugiaro design. It's one of the last truly analog, hand-built Maserati sedans. The later 'Royale' version, produced from 1986 to 1990, is the most sought-after model, featuring a more powerful 4.9L V8 and an even more luxurious interior. While its performance wasn't groundbreaking, the car's exclusivity and dramatic styling make it a unique piece of automotive history.
The market for the Quattroporte III is one of the most accessible entry points into classic V8 Italian car ownership. With average prices hovering under $10,000, they appear to be a bargain. This low cost of entry is offset by potentially high maintenance and restoration costs, which keeps values for average examples suppressed. Excellent, well-documented cars, especially the Royale, fetch significantly more, but many traded examples are driver-quality cars with needs.
Buying Tips
- Check thoroughly for rust in the sills, floor pans, wheel arches, and around the windscreens. Italian steel of this period was not well-protected.
- The V8 engines are generally durable but demand consistent maintenance. Look for extensive service records, check for oil leaks, and listen for timing chain noise.
- Test every single electrical component. The complex wiring is a known weak point, and fixing faulty gauges, power windows, and climate control can be expensive and time-consuming.
- Inspect the interior condition carefully. Replacing cracked leather, warped wood trim, and sourcing missing parts can be nearly impossible and costly.
- A complete service history from a marque specialist is non-negotiable for avoiding a car with significant deferred maintenance.
Based on recent sales data, prices range from around $1,750 for project cars to over $25,000 for top-spec variants.
80 Maserati Quattroporte 3rd Gen vehicles have been tracked across auctions and listings on Hypercars, with 19 currently live.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many Maserati Quattroporte 3rd Gen listings are for sale right now?
There are 19 Maserati Quattroporte 3rd Gen listings currently live across auctions, dealers, and marketplaces tracked by Hypercars.