‘Rocketman’s’ Maserati goes under the hammer 12.02.2021: 2005 Maserati Quattroporte for auction with The Market Ordered new by Sir Elton John with a whole host of extras Incredibly low mileage and in excellent condition

    2005 Maserati Quattroporte for auction with The Market

    Ordered new by Sir Elton John with a whole host of extras

    Incredibly low mileage and in excellent condition

    Online auction to start on Thursday 18th February and close on Thursday 25th February





A stunning, low mileage, 4.2-litre V8 2005 Maserati Quattroporte, first owned by Sir Elton John, CBE, will be auctioned by the original online classic car auctioneer, The Market.



Added to Sir Elton’s extensive collection of thoroughbred cars back in 2005, this particular Italian beauty features a whole host of extras which ensured Elton and his passengers were transported in complete luxury and comfort. Some of the added bells and whistles of mid-noughties nostalgia include a rear DVD player and screen, games input, two headphones, remote control and a six CD autochanger.



The winning bidder will also receive a number of really special and quite unique extras to accompany the car, like the official Maserati welcome letter addressed to ‘Mr John’ and a copy of the original V5 certificate donning Sir Elton’s name and the current number plates.



“Sir Elton is a national treasure and a global superstar, who has impeccable taste when it comes to buying cars,” comments Tristan Judge, director, The Market. “Indeed, the car is in excellent condition and has evidentially been treated like a celebrity itself over the years.”



The Market is no stranger to selling classics previously owned by A-list celebrities and in 2021 has already sold a BMW 635CSi formerly owned by acting legend, Sir Sean Connery, and a Range Rover Sport owned by former England captain, David Beckham.



“This is a very special opportunity for worlds to collide for enthusiasts of both music and collectible cars, grabbing themselves a genuine piece of memorabilia,” adds Judge. “The vehicle’s new owner will be able to enjoy the kind of luxury drive you can expect from a top of the range Italian beauty, as well as revel in the history this car has had in the hands of a music icon.”



Having been purchased by the current vendor in 2016, the car has covered just 1,000 miles since then and has been dry stored for some of that time, adding to its well-preserved condition. Indeed, the car’s odometer shows it has covered just 28,493 miles during its lifetime and is backed up with a host of main dealer and specialist service stamps, to further authenticate and confirm the care and attention it has received so far.



Expected to sell for between £15,000 and £40,000, the car is finished in Verde green paintwork complemented by a Cuoio, biscuit interior and rosewood veneer.



The auction of this Maserati Quattroporte will start on Thursday 18th February and end on Thursday 25th February.



2005 Maserati Quattroporte for auction with The Market guided at £15,000 to £40,000.
         

Ordered by Sir Elton John and features a whole host of extras.
     



Online auction will start on Thursday 18th February and close on Thursday 25th February.

 



Notes


The Market was launched in 2016 and is a privately held company based near Oxford in the UK. The Market helps people to buy and sell their classic vehicles through innovative curated auctions via its state-of-the-art, high security online platform and app.



The Market was conceived from a passion for classic cars and motorcycles as well as for technology and the crossovers that exist between the two. This crossover is disrupting the classic car auction market by providing the highest levels of transparency, accessibility and security as well as highly competitive buyers’ and sellers’ fees. The Market charges a seller’s commission of just 5 per cent + VAT with no fees for buyers.



To date, The Market has sold over 800 vehicles with a total value of over £10 million and a sales rate of over 80+ per cent. Prices range from £20,000 to £200,000.



Auction results spreadsheets are available on request.





Jordan O’Flanagan, Red Marlin -  photos The Market