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Owners of classic Maseratis can now establish the pedigree of their cars and receive additional factory support thanks to the launch of Maserati Classiche.
A classic can be awarded a certificate of authenticity from the manufacturer, once it has undergone a process during which more than 300 checks are made, cross-referencing with documents held in the brand’s archive to determine the car’s history and originality.
The first road car to receive this level of scrutiny and recognition is a Mistral 3700, which originally left the factory in March 1969 finished in silver Auteuil.
Certification is available for all classic Maseratis that are at least 20 years old, and is similar to schemes from other manufacturers including Ferrari, Porsche and Lamborghini.
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The scheme seeks to protect and promote Maserati’s history, helping owners keep their classics on the road