Upon our previous coverage of the brown, manual Cadillac CTS-V wagon a couple of months back, our expectation was that it would stand out as the pinnacle of the “ideal wagon” for quite a while. However, the topic of today’s enthusiast-oriented listing might just challenge the Cadillac’s status. It does not possess the brown hue or a manual transmission, nor does it house a V8 engine—but as compensation for these shortcomings—it runs on diesel and boasts an Italian origin. As displayed on Classic Driver, this whimsically dubbed Maserati “Cinqueporte” diesel wagon is currently up for sale in the U.K.
In case you were unaware, Maserati never designed a wagon based on the current-generation Quattroporte. Instead, this creation is a bespoke modification inspired by the Bellagio Fastback Touring version of the earlier Quattroporte. Only four Bellagios were ever produced, and after a determined British fan of wagons missed an opportunity to acquire one at RM Sotheby’s auction in 2013, he took the initiative to commission a conversion of this newer Maserati model into a wagon. 1,500 man-hours, a frustrating electric tailgate, and a substantial sum in British currency later, the “Cinqueporte” came into existence. (“Cinque” translates to “five” in Italian.)
Showcasing precisely 8,714 miles on the odometer, this exclusive Italian estate boasts a sleek black interior with right-hand drive, complemented by a Gunmetal Grey exterior. While a shade of brown might have increased its online appeal, the gray-on-black color combination exudes its unique allure. Powering this Maserati is a 3.0-liter turbodiesel V6 generating 271 horsepower, channeled solely to the rear wheels via an eight-speed ZF automatic gearbox.
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The current owner has chosen not to disclose the asking price of this vehicle to the public. Despite the Quattroporte’s practicality and somewhat conventional appearance, there’s a feeling that this deal falls into the category where if you have to inquire about the price, you probably can’t afford it. Owning a one-off Maserati is unlikely to come cheap, no matter how many infant seats it can accommodate.
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