A 1967 Quattroporte whose first owner was Princess Aly Khan has returned to the address to which it was first registered – 76 Eaton Square, London – prior to going under the hammer at Coys Spring Classics auction on 10 March. It is expected to fetch between £38-42,000.
The Maserati was ordered by French importer Agence Maserati and was delivered to Prince Karim Aga Khan in Paris on 4 January 1968, prior to being registered in London.
Managing partner Chris Routledge said: "This is certainly the rarest, most important and stunningly original Quattroporte. This car is one of only eight right-hand-drive examples produced, with just 28,300 miles and two owners from new.
"The extraordinary low mileage and detailed history file along with ownership history from one of the most evocative names of the 20th century make this not only an exceptional Quattroporte, but also a fine investment opportunity."
The Maserati belong to the Princess for 25 years, during which she became re-married to the 2nd Viscount Camrose, the former chairman of The Daily Telegraph, and was latterly known as the Lady Camrose. During this time the car was placed into dry storage, but was still frequently driven around the Hackwood estate.
Greg MacLeman is a contributor to and former Features Editor of Classic & Sports Car, and drives a restored and uprated 1974 Triumph 2500TC