Maserati Quattroporte reaches 1,000 UK registrations since 2004
A Blu Oceano Quattroporte Sport GTS delivered in Swindon marks the 1,000th UK registration for Maserati’s flagship saloon, five years after its British debut.
Maserati has registered its 1,000th Quattroporte in the UK, five years after the saloon’s British launch. The milestone car, a Quattroporte Sport GTS finished in Blu Oceano with a Sabbia leather interior, was delivered to its new owner in Swindon. The handover was attended by Maserati GB’s Head of Sales, Peter Denton, and Dick Lovett Maserati’s Dealer Principal, Edward Lovett.
The Quattroporte made its world debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 2003, with UK sales beginning in 2004. Since then, Maserati’s flagship saloon has established a foothold in a segment dominated by German rivals, with the 1,000th UK registration marking a modest but meaningful achievement for the Italian marque.
Quattroporte Sport GTS: flagship specification
The 1,000th car is the Sport GTS, the most performance-focused version in the range at the time. It features a 4.7-litre naturally aspirated V8 producing 440hp, paired with specific gear-shifting software and a sports exhaust system that uses pneumatic valves to deliver a more aggressive sound. The GTS also sits lower on stiffer suspension, with single-rate dampers and larger twin-oval tailpipes distinguishing it from other Quattroporte variants.
| Engine | 4.7-litre V8 petrol |
|---|---|
| Power | 440hp |
| Transmission | Automatic |
| Price (UK, 2009) | £89,865 |
| Exterior colour | Blu Oceano |
| Interior | Sabbia leather |
Maserati positioned the Sport GTS as a true driver’s saloon, aiming to combine the comfort expected from a luxury four-door with sharper dynamics and a more engaging exhaust note. The model’s technical update in 2009, with increased power and revised suspension, was intended to keep it competitive against established rivals.
UK market for Maserati saloons
Reaching 1,000 registrations in five years reflects Maserati’s niche status in the UK executive saloon market. While the Quattroporte does not match the sales volumes of German competitors, it appeals to buyers seeking Italian styling and exclusivity. The milestone comes as Maserati looks to reinforce its position with updated models and a broader range, including the smaller Ghibli saloon.
