Maserati 5000 GT
The 'Car of Kings' powered by a legendary 450S racing heart.
- Power
- 340 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 6.1 s
- Top speed
- 168 mph
- Est. value
- $800k–$2.5m
About the Maserati 5000 GT
Commissioned by the Shah of Iran, the 5000 GT was Maserati's ultimate flagship, combining a reinforced 3500 GT chassis with a detuned version of the 450S sports racer's V8 engine. The first two examples, including the Shah's 'Scià di Persia', featured gear-driven camshafts and Weber carburettors before the model transitioned to a more refined fuel-injected setup. With bespoke coachwork from eight different Italian carrozzerie, most notably Allemano and Touring, it was one of the most exclusive and expensive cars of its era. Its ownership roster was a global who's who, including Gianni Agnelli, the Aga Khan, and Briggs Cunningham.
Maserati 5000 GT specs
The Maserati 5000 GT produces 340 bhp (254 kW) and 441 Nm (325 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 6.1 seconds and has a top speed of 168 mph (270 km/h).
| Make | Maserati |
|---|---|
| Model | 5000 GT |
| Trim | V8 |
| Years | 1959–1966 |
| Type | Classic |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | Italy |
| Production | About 34 built |
| Original price | About $14,000 when new |
| Engine | 4.9-litre V8 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 4,938 cc (4.9 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 340 bhp (254 kW) at 5,500 rpm |
| Torque | 441 Nm (325 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,000 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 6.1 s |
| Top speed | 168 mph (270 km/h) |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,652 kg (3,642 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 206 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Maserati 5000 GT worth?
A typical Maserati 5000 GT is estimated to be worth $800,000 – $2,500,000 (about £597,000 – £1,860,000).
Its original price when new was about $14,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Maserati 5000 GT rarity in CarSpot
The Maserati 5000 GT is a Unicorn card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 100 out of 100. The rarest tier: hypercars, one-offs and cars built in tiny numbers, typically fewer than about 500. A Unicorn card is worth 320 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Maserati 5000 GT fun facts
- The first car built for the Shah of Iran featured gold-plated interior switches and knobs to match its royal status.
- Maserati only produced 34 chassis, and because each was coach-built to order, no two examples are exactly identical.
- The 5000 GT was nearly twice the price of a standard 3500 GT, making it a direct rival to Ferrari's Superamerica series.