The fifth-generation Maserati Quattroporte (M139) debuted in 2003, marking a significant return to form for the brand's luxury sedan. Penned by Pininfarina, its styling was a dramatic success, and it packed a Ferrari-derived 4.2L F136 V8 engine. Early cars were exclusively equipped with a 6-speed "DuoSelect" automated manual transmission, which offered fast shifts but suffered from clunky low-speed behavior and high maintenance costs.
In 2007, Maserati introduced a conventional 6-speed ZF automatic transmission, transforming the car's daily usability and reliability. This is the version most collectors and enthusiasts seek. A 2008 facelift brought subtle styling updates and the introduction of a larger 4.7L V8 for the S and Sport GT S models, which are the most powerful and desirable variants. The Sport GT S, in particular, is prized for its more aggressive setup and exhaust note.
The market for the Quattroporte V is defined by its dramatic depreciation, with an average sale price around $17,000. This makes it one of the most affordable ways to own a modern Italian car with a Ferrari-derived engine. The lowest prices are for early, high-mileage DuoSelect cars, while the best late-model, low-mileage Sport GT S examples can sell for over $40,000. The key to ownership is accounting for the high running costs, which haven't depreciated like the car itself.
Buying Tips
- Prioritize cars with the 6-speed ZF automatic transmission (2007 onwards) for vastly improved reliability and lower running costs compared to the DuoSelect.
- If considering a DuoSelect model, get a diagnostic readout of the remaining clutch life. Clutch replacement is a very expensive job.
- Inspect all interior plastics for "sticky buttons." The soft-touch coating used on switches and trim deteriorates over time, and refinishing is a time-consuming process.
- A complete and documented service history is critical. Deferred maintenance on the engine, Cambiocorsa/DuoSelect system, or Skyhook suspension can lead to five-figure repair bills.
- Check for variator rattle on cold startups. This noise from the timing chain system is a known issue on the F136 engine and signals a costly repair.
Prices range from $5,100 for project-level cars to over $42,000 for top-spec, low-mileage Sport GT S examples.
1,963 Maserati Quattroporte 5th Gen vehicles have been tracked across auctions and listings on Hypercars, with 467 currently live.
Data sourced from Bring a Trailer, Cars & Bids, eBay Motors, PCarMarket, and Collecting Cars. Updated daily.
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