Maserati celebrated its automotive heritage at Auto e Moto d’Epoca 2026 in Bologna, showcasing the iconic Ghibli SS Coupé alongside the new 590-hp GranTurismo Trofeo during one of Europe’s major classic vehicle exhibitions.
- Maserati Ghibli SS Coupé Celebrates 60 Years of Heritage
- New Maserati GranTurismo Trofeo Showcases 590 HP
- Maserati Celebrates 100 Years of the Trident Symbol
- Maserati Classiche and Fuoriserie Highlight Brand Heritage
- Auto e Moto d’Epoca 2026 Attracts International Collectors
- Maserati Connects Classic Design with Modern Performance
Maserati took part in the 43rd edition of Auto e Moto d’Epoca, held at BolognaFiere from October 22 to 25, 2026. The four-day event attracted thousands of visitors from 40 countries, bringing together collectors, automotive enthusiasts and industry professionals to celebrate the history and evolution of classic cars and motorcycles.
With more than 5,000 vehicles displayed and offered for sale across 235,000 square metres of exhibition space and 14 halls, the event reinforced its international significance. Maserati’s participation highlighted the brand’s Italian Gran Turismo heritage, connecting historic sports cars with contemporary high-performance engineering.
Maserati Ghibli SS Coupé Celebrates 60 Years of Heritage
One of the main attractions at the Motor Valley stand was the 1972 Maserati Ghibli SS Coupé, representing one of the most recognizable models in the manufacturer’s history. As the Ghibli model celebrates its 60th anniversary in 2026, the exhibition offered visitors an opportunity to appreciate its distinctive low-slung proportions and elegant Italian styling.
The classic Ghibli SS Coupé features a 4.9-litre V8 engine producing 335 hp at 5,500 rpm, combining powerful performance with the refined character of traditional Italian grand touring vehicles. A second Ghibli SS Coupé, dating from 1970, was also displayed at the FIVA stand, further emphasizing the model’s importance in Maserati’s heritage.
New Maserati GranTurismo Trofeo Showcases 590 HP
Alongside the historic Ghibli, Maserati presented the new Maserati GranTurismo Trofeo, demonstrating the evolution of the brand’s Gran Turismo philosophy. Finished in the distinctive Verde Giada exterior colour, the modern sports car attracted attention with its sculpted bodywork and contemporary design.
The GranTurismo Trofeo is powered by Maserati’s 3.0-litre twin-turbocharged V6 Nettuno engine, delivering 590 hp and 650 Nm of torque in the version displayed. Its presence alongside the Ghibli SS Coupé created a visual connection between different generations of Maserati performance cars, highlighting the continuity of the brand’s engineering and design identity.
Maserati Celebrates 100 Years of the Trident Symbol
Maserati’s participation at Auto e Moto d’Epoca 2026 carried additional historical significance as the company celebrated the centenary of its iconic Trident emblem and its first racing victory. The anniversary connects the brand’s motorsport heritage with its origins in Bologna, where Maserati was founded in 1914.
The exhibition provided an opportunity to revisit this history through vehicles representing different periods of the company’s development. By displaying the Ghibli SS Coupé alongside the modern GranTurismo Trofeo, Maserati emphasized the relationship between its racing heritage, luxury grand touring tradition and contemporary performance technology.
Maserati Classiche and Fuoriserie Highlight Brand Heritage
Maserati also participated in two discussions dedicated to the brand’s history and development. Cristiano Bolzoni, Head of Maserati Classiche, and Davide Baldini, Head of Maserati Fuoriserie, explored important milestones in the company’s evolution and its approach to automotive heritage and personalization.
The talks highlighted the roles of Maserati Classiche in preserving the manufacturer’s historic identity and Maserati Fuoriserie in offering distinctive customization opportunities. Together, these activities demonstrated how Maserati connects its longstanding traditions with the expectations of modern luxury vehicle customers.
Auto e Moto d’Epoca 2026 Attracts International Collectors
The 43rd edition of Auto e Moto d’Epoca once again brought together an international community of classic vehicle collectors, enthusiasts and automotive professionals. Visitors from 40 countries explored an extensive exhibition featuring historic automobiles, motorcycles and vehicles available for purchase.
The scale of the event, with 14 exhibition halls and more than 5,000 vehicles, underlined Bologna’s importance within Italy’s automotive heritage landscape. The exhibition also provided manufacturers such as Maserati with a platform to present their historical achievements alongside modern vehicles.
Maserati Connects Classic Design with Modern Performance
Maserati’s presence at Auto e Moto d’Epoca 2026 demonstrated the enduring connection between the company’s historic sports cars and its contemporary Gran Turismo models. The 1972 Ghibli SS Coupé and the new GranTurismo Trofeo represented two distinct eras of Italian automotive design, united by a focus on performance, elegance and driving character.
As Maserati celebrates 100 years of its Trident symbol and its first motorsport victory, the Bologna exhibition offered a fitting setting to highlight the brand’s legacy. The manufacturer has also released a selection of photographs and video footage documenting its participation, capturing the atmosphere of the event and the public’s enthusiasm for its vehicles.
