A remarkable debut on our site: a stunning blue Maserati A6GCS Pininfarina Berlinetta! Beautifully showcased in and around a barn in Dentergem, Belgium, by Loyers' son, Sian Loyson.
This exceptional car was first unveiled at the 1954 Turin Motor Show - a masterpiece known as the 2000 Sport with an elegant, closed Berlinetta body designed by Pininfarina. The 2000 Sport, internally referred to as the A6GCS, was a highly successful two-seater open racing car, celebrated by drivers of the era for its outstanding handling.
The story of the Berlinetta version begins with the infamous Mille Miglia of 1952, which was plagued by torrential rain. This led some of Maserati's motorsport customers to request a closed Berlinetta version of the 2000 Sport for better protection against the elements. However, Maserati could not commission Pininfarina directly for this task, as the Turin-based design house had recently entered into an exclusive contract with Enzo Ferrari.
Instead, Maserati dealer Giuglielmo "Mimmo" Dei from Rome purchased six bare A6GCS/53 chassis and contracted Pininfarina to create an elegant Berlinetta body for them. Of these six chassis, four were ultimately fitted with Pininfarina-designed bodies, with one making its debut at the 1954 Turin Motor Show.
The result was nothing short of breathtaking: a design that has since been hailed as one of the most beautiful creations in automotive history. Notably, this would also be Pininfarina's last design for Maserati for the next 50 years. Today, all four Berlinettas still exist, with one proudly displayed in the Umberto Panini Collection.
Specifications:
• Production Period: 1953-1954
• Engine Displacement: 1,985.5 cc
• Top Speed: 235 km/h
• Designer: Pinin Farina
• Maserati Era: Orsi Family
• Total Units Built: 4
• Chassis: Steel tubular frame with longitudinal and cross bracing, aluminum body
• Curb Weight: 740 kg
• Engine: Inline 6-cylinder with dual overhead camshafts
• Power Output: 170 hp @ 7,500 rpm
This Maserati A6GCS Berlinetta is a rare gem that embodies the spirit of 1950s automotive innovation and design, standing as a testament to Maserati's racing heritage and Pininfarina's artistry.
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