1949 Maserati A6 1500 Coupe

Make

Maserati

Model

A6 1500 Coupe

Year

1949

Listed price

$498,000

Location

Emeryville, CA

Transmission

4-Speed Manual

Mileage

408 miles

The Maserati A6 1500 represents a pivotal moment in the storied history of the Trident. Emerging from the ashes of World War II, this elegant coupe marked Maserati's ambitious return to road car production, shifting focus from pure racing machines to luxury grand tourers. Unveiled at the 1947 Geneva Motor Show, the A6 1500 was named for Alfieri Maserati (A) and its six-cylinder engine (6), with the 1500 denoting its displacement. Only 61 examples of the A6 1500 were ever produced between 1947 and 1950, each bodied by Italy's most prestigious coachbuilders, including Pininfarina, Zagato, and Frua. It quickly became the flagship road car of its era, embodying Italian post-war sophistication and engineering prowess, and is highly sought after for its eligibility in events like the Mille Miglia Storica. This exquisite 1949 Maserati A6 1500 Coupe, with its matching numbers 1488cc single overhead cam 6-cylinder engine, is a testament to that golden age of motoring. Showing a remarkably low 408 miles, this car presents an opportunity to acquire a piece of automotive aristocracy in exceptional condition. Paired with a 4-speed manual transmission, it promises an authentic driving experience, connecting the driver directly to Maserati's early road car legacy. For the discerning collector, this A6 1500 offers entry into an exclusive world of vintage Italian automotive artistry.