Although Monterey Car Week concluded a few weeks ago, the excitement around many of the standout cars shown at the events remains high. A 2005 MC12 Stradale became a record-setter for Maserati, fetching an eye-watering $5.2 million at Broad Arrow’s Monterey Jet Center Auction (a Hagerty Company) on August 13.
2005 Maserati MC12 Stradale at a Glance
- One of 50 MC12 Stradale road cars built to homologate Maserati’s FIA GT1 racer
- Bianco Fuji pearlescent white with signature blue accents; Blu leather and BrighTex interior
- $70,000 mechanical recommission by GTO Engineering (July 2025)
- Ferrari Enzo–derived naturally aspirated 6.0 L V12 — 630 hp, 481 ft·lb
- Just over 11,500 km from new at cataloging
Enzo-Based Heart with a Trident Soul
Produced in a strictly limited run of 50 units, the MC12 Stradale embodies the apex of performance and engineering excellence, fulfilling the Trident marque’s audacious vision as detailed in its original announcement.
Powered by a 5,988 cc V12 delivering 630 hp at 7,500 rpm, the MC12 Stradale wears a signature white livery with blue accents — a tribute to the Maserati Birdcage Type 61 (1959–1961) — and remains a supercar that captivates enthusiasts and collectors worldwide, even 20 years after its debut.
A Pedigree Forged in FIA GT Dominance
Born from the MC12 GT1, the MC12 Stradale brought racing pedigree to the road—its race sibling dominated FIA GT (2004–2010) with 14 titles (22 wins), including 2 Constructors’ Cups, 5 Drivers’ Championships, 6 Team Championships, and 3 Spa 24 victories.
A New Record for a Modern Legend
With a 37% premium over the previous high, this MC12 has become the most expensive modern Maserati sold—proof of its continued collector appeal. While not a bespoke build like the coolest one-off cars ever made, its extreme rarity places it in a similar category for enthusiasts.
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