Classic Maserati Prices in 2026

A movie, an anniversary and a car from Indianapolis

On October 15, 2026, Italian cinemas release Maserati: The Brothers, the biopic starring Al Pacino, Anthony Hopkins, Andy Garcia and Michele Morrone, directed by Bobby Moresco, which tells the story of the Trident's rise and its triumph at the Indianapolis 500 [1][2]. At the center of the plot is the 8CTF Boyle Special, the single-seater that won two consecutive editions of the American race and whose success, back in 1937, coincided with the sale of the Maserati family's shares to the Orsi group [3].

The film's release lands in a milestone year for the Modena carmaker: 2026 marks the Trident's 100th anniversary, the badge that debuted at the 1926 Targa Florio, celebrated with events at the Motor Valley Fest in Modena, at the Goodwood Revival with three cars from the Panini collection, and even a commemorative stamp issued by the Italian postal service [4]. For anyone watching the used-car market, the practical effect is renewed curiosity about classic Maseratis and what it actually costs to own one today.

What a classic Maserati actually costs today

Classic Maserati prices span an enormous range. At the accessible end sits the Biturbo: a 1983 example with under 60,000 km can be found for around 3,500 euros, a genuinely low entry point into vintage Trident ownership [5]. At the other end are the cars that built the brand's reputation: the 3500 GT, early Ghibli, Khamsin and Sebring routinely sell above 200,000 euros, with much higher prices for cars carrying documented provenance or period racing history [5].

The classic-car market as a whole, after years of near-uninterrupted growth, is showing signs of normalizing: prices for many collectible models, following steep run-ups in recent years, are settling back toward levels closer to fundamentals [6]. For a buyer, that means more room to negotiate than two or three years ago, but also a real need to check that an asking price reflects the car's actual condition rather than the enthusiasm of an anniversary year like this one.

What to check before signing

A classic Maserati cannot be assessed like an ordinary used car. The first thing to verify is that the chassis number, engine number and paperwork all match: on older cars it is not unusual to find replaced parts or non-original engines, which hits value hard. Running costs also deserve attention, and are often underestimated by buyers coming from a modern car: parts availability for pre-1990s models is limited, lead times for specific components can be long, and specialist labor costs more than average. Finally, a recent restoration is not automatically a plus: a restoration done with the wrong criteria or materials can actually hurt the valuation compared with a car that is original but merely well preserved.

The Maserati Classiche certification

Since 2021, Maserati has run a department dedicated to protecting its heritage, Maserati Classiche, based at the workshops in Modena [7]. The program issues a Certificate of Authenticity after more than 300 cross-checks against the brand's Historical Archive, covers cars over 20 years old as well as recent special series like the MC12, and recently passed the milestone of its hundredth certificate issued [7][8]. For anyone buying a significant classic Maserati, a Maserati Classiche certificate — or at least the realistic possibility of obtaining one — is now one of the factors that most affects resale value, since it officially confirms the authenticity of the chassis, engine and components.

Road tax, historic status and insurance

On the tax side, a properly registered historic car can save real money, but only by meeting three conditions together: minimum registration age, a Certificate of Historic Relevance (CRS) issued by a recognized body — ASI, the Lancia historic register, the Italian Fiat register, the Italian Alfa Romeo register, or Storico FMI for motorcycles — and an annotation of historic status on the registration document [9]. Between 20 and 29 years old, with a CRS and the annotation in place, road tax is cut by 50 percent; past 30 years, exemption is automatic, with a fixed contribution of 31.24 euros a year if the car is driven on public roads [9]. If even one of those three requirements is missing at payment time, the full tax is due for that period: anyone buying a historic Maserati still registered to a previous owner needs to apply for a new CRS in their own name, and it is worth starting that process three to four months before the deadline to avoid losing the benefit [9]. Insurance also benefits from historic status, with dedicated policies often cheaper than for a modern car of equal value, though they are almost always tied to an annual mileage cap.

Buy now or wait

Anyone looking for a first step into classic Maserati ownership without a six-figure budget can reasonably consider a well-kept Biturbo, while carefully checking the mechanical history of its twin-turbo engine, historically the range's weak point. Anyone chasing an iconic model should budget time for real due diligence: chassis verification, ownership history, existing Maserati Classiche certification, and, if missing, starting the CRS process through ASI. Either way, the practical takeaway is the same: buy on documentation and genuine mechanical condition, not on the excitement of an anniversary year or a well-made film.

Sources / Further reading

[1] Motor1 Italia, La storia della Maserati che stregò l'America, https://it.motor1.com/news/806395/maserati-8ctf-boyle-special-storia/ [2] Motor1, Al Pacino, Anthony Hopkins, And Andy Garcia Star In A New Maserati Movie, https://www.motor1.com/news/806439/new-maserati-movie-pacino-hopkins/ [3] Hollywood Reporter, Maserati: The Brothers Trailer Starring Al Pacino, Anthony Hopkins, https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/maserati-the-brothers-trailer-al-pacino-anthony-hopkins-1236681766/ [4] Motorionline, Maserati, 100 anni di Tridente, https://www.motorionline.com/maserati-100-anni-di-tridente-il-simbolo-nato-per-correre-celebra-un-secolo-di-storia-e-vittorie/ [5] Motorbox, Valutazione prezzi e quotazioni usato Maserati, https://www.motorbox.com/auto/quotazione-prezzi-usato/maserati/84/l/ [6] alVolante, Difficili da trovare e con prezzi alle stelle: il mercato delle auto d'epoca è impazzito?, https://www.alvolante.it/news/quotazioni-auto-d-epoca-impazzite-376366 [7] Maserati (Stellantis Media), Maserati Classiche: Certificazione di autenticità, https://www.maserati.com/it/it/dealers/progetto-auto/ownership/maserati-heritage/maserati-classiche/certification [8] ClubAlfa, Maserati Classiche: rilasciata la Certificazione di Autenticità n.100, https://www.clubalfa.it/584131-maserati-classiche-rilasciata-la-certificazione-di-autenticita-n-100 [9] CostoRealeAuto, Auto storica: requisiti, bollo ridotto, assicurazione e vantaggi 2026, https://www.costorealeauto.it/guida/auto-storica