First Drive: The Maserati GT2 Stradale Is a Muscular Performer That Could Use More Visceral Punch
The marque's MC20, which was the Robb Report editorial team's pick for 2023 Car of the Year (though it finished third overall in the annual contest) provides the blank canvas for this new Modenese machine. Considered by some as a six-cylinder underdog in the supercar category, the MC20 is unreservedly handsome, with a gentleman's touch born of the Trident brand's long association with grand tourers.
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The reengineered GT2 Stradale, though, raises its sights, seeking entree to an exclusive club that might be called 'Supercar Plus.' Think Ferrari's 458 Speciale or 812 Competizione models, Lamborghini's lurid Huracán STO, McLaren's 750S, or Porsche's 911 GT3 RS. But while this Maserati can certainly fly, it doesn't quite make the leap to those visceral heights.
The GT2 Stradale recently shimmied its broad hips for me in Andalusia, Spain, departing from the shores of Marbella on a jaunt that included a twirl through 3.4 miles and 26 corners of the Circuito Ascari race resort. Even under a battalion's worth of aero-enhancing body armor, the Maserati's sinuous styling shines through, courtesy of designer Klaus Busse, who tells us that the car 'has the right elements to be aggressive, without going over the line.'Those elements, in the form of darkened slats, vents, and protrusions, are all functional business. Mounted on aluminum pylons, the vast rear wing glues the Maserati to the pavement with up to 583 pounds of downforce, and manually adjusts through three angles of attack. Then there's the broadened oval 'shark mouth,' fronted by a Trident badge, that admits more air and directs it through hood vents to generate nearly 300 pounds of front downforce. Vents atop front fenders expel brake heat and relieve wheel pressure. Enlarged carbon-fiber 'cupolas' atop rear fenders inhale air to feed the mid-mounted engine and radiators, boosting the flow of cold air by 16 percent. A chunkier rear diffuser also helps keep the Maser on the straight-and-narrow at extreme speeds.
The GT2 Stradale sheds 132 pounds versus the MC20, for a (highly optimistic) claimed dry weight of 3,023 pounds. Those dramatic, double-shell carbon seats save 22 pounds each, with less-extreme Sport seats available. Center-lock, 20-inch forged wheels and carbon-ceramic brakes help ditch more weight. LED shift lights trace the upper rim of a thickened steering wheel. (More of this, Maserati). Beyond the lack of carpeting, the interior is strikingly minimal and features thinner Alcantara wrappings.
Ensconced in those wraparound seats, I ease the Maserati toward Ronda, its '1 of 914' console plaque an assurance of exclusivity, and an apparent nod to the company's creation in 1914. The GT2 Stradale generates 631 hp from the twin-turbo Nettuno V-6, up nominally from 621 hp in the MC20 and open-air MC20 Cielo. That's lusty output for a mere 3.0-liter engine, literally sparked by the Nettuno's calling card: pre-ignition chambers atop each cylinder that set off an initial charge of fuel and air, which jet into cylinders like little flamethrowers for more efficient and thorough combustion. That fiery sextet sends power to the rear wheels via the same eight-speed, dual-clutch Tremec automated gearbox you'll find in a C8 Corvette.
Maserati cites a zero-to-60 mph time of 2.8 seconds, and a top speed of 201 mph. Time to try it out: On a winding hillside route, I squeeze the throttle along a straight, then crank through a few dozen curves, enough to appreciate the serene chassis and lavish grip from optional Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires. But 20 minutes in, there's already some ambivalence: The Maserati feels fast, but not brain-meltingly fast.
Steering is agile and well-weighted, though a touch shy on road feedback. Despite having stiffer springs versus the MC20, the car offers a ride quality that remains pleasingly supple through retuned Bilstein adaptive dampers, even in sportier drive modes. The suspension, to Maserati's credit, can be adjusted— through three firmness settings—independently of other performance parameters. The transmission proves less flexible: Set to the highest Corsa mode, its kidney-punching gear changes are so obtrusive that I immediately dial things back to 'Sport.'
Those sweet, sticky Michelin Cup 2's are part of an optional, $13,750 Performance Pack. That package upsizes carbon-ceramic brakes at all four wheels, adds an electronic limited-slip differential, and offers four sub-settings within Corsa mode to steadily ease back on stability and traction oversight.
Oversight became an issue at Ascari, an unusually lush and scenic circuit where I sought a deeper glimpse into the GT2 Stradale's racier soul. For its part, Maserati says the GT2 trimmed five seconds from the MC20's lap time at Stellantis' Balocco test track in Italy. Our shotgun-riding instructors kept us on somewhat short leashes in Spain, but I managed to squeeze in enough laps to get a sense of the Maserati's power and personality.
Even at speeds where the Maserati's prodigious downforce isn't on display, a sense of balance is among the clearest takeaways. Drivers can lean hard on front tires during corner exits, and the rear end plays right along, with nary a hint of unwanted surprises. That confidence helps the GT2 Stradale bend into Ascari's faster corners with graceful, approachable ease.
I've never much cared for the MC20's brake feel, and despite the GT2's added stopping power, that hasn't changed: There's too much pedal travel before serious deceleration kicks in, and the pedal itself could be more sensitive to small pressure changes.
With its petite displacement and no hybrid-electric assist, the twin-turbo Nettuno saves its best punch for mid-to-upper rev ranges, including a generous 531 ft lbs of torque between 3,000 and 5,500 rpm. Peak output arrives at 7,500 rpm. But a bit like McLaren's first V-8 in its early 12C road car— whose uninspired blat recalled that of a marine engine—the Nettuno has never been an especially tuneful motor. Where the convertible MC20 Cielo adds aural diversion via whooshing turbo accompaniment, the closed-roof, largely uninsulated GT2 amplifies the Nettuno's most-monochrome, boomy frequencies. It's just not the soundtrack I prefer in my supercar, especially having come straight from the Beethoven-like majesty of the GT3 engine in the Porsche 718 Spyder RS.
Gliding back to Marbella, I have time to consider the supercar universe, and where this $313,995 Maserati—a roughly $80,000 upcharge over a standard MC20—fits in the firmament. In, say, a Ferrari 296 GTB, I'm forever marveling at how its F1-derived systems deliver such all-encompassing performance, but in a holistic, transparent way. In the McLaren 750S, I feel as if I'm transported, Star Trek–style, into an adjacent galaxy.
And that's the thing. Supercars in this elevated category are supposed to feel transformative and scarcely believable, from the moment you hop aboard to the moment you reemerge. The GT2 Stradale has the racy looks down pat, and some of the moves, but it never left my hands quivering or my head reeling. It's still too much the gentleman for that.Best of Robb Report
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'The cars they are after are nevertheless still best-of-category, incredibly rare, and of the highest quality, whether that means low mileage or careful preservation. Our 2025 Monterey Jet Center Auction presents a host of these highly desirable collector cars across the most active and sought-after segments of the market, from supercars to rising-star JDM variants.' Supercars Beyond the Maserati, additional supercar highlights for the Monterey Jet Center Auction include: 2008 Koenigsegg CCXR (Estimate: $2,750,000 – $3,500,000), one of just 11 examples built and merely three in the U.S. Well-maintained and tastefully upgraded throughout its life, this six-speed manual CCXR was featured in the fifth Fast & Furious film and offers a raw, analog driving experience seldom found in the modern hypercar era. (Estimate: $2,750,000 – $3,500,000), one of just 11 examples built and merely three in the U.S. Well-maintained and tastefully upgraded throughout its life, this six-speed manual CCXR was featured in the fifth film and offers a raw, analog driving experience seldom found in the modern hypercar era. 2018 Bugatti Chiron (Estimate: $3,000,000 – $3,500,000), a spectacular two-owner example that embodies all the grandeur of its breed, with over $500,000 in factory options. The Chiron's offering represents an opportunity to acquire a modestly driven example of Bugatti's era-defining hypercar in what is believed to be a one-of-one specification. (Estimate: $3,000,000 – $3,500,000), a spectacular two-owner example that embodies all the grandeur of its breed, with over $500,000 in factory options. The Chiron's offering represents an opportunity to acquire a modestly driven example of Bugatti's era-defining hypercar in what is believed to be a one-of-one specification. 1991 Ferrari F40 (Estimate: $3,350,000 – $3,500,000), a remarkably original, preservation-grade, U.S.-market example with a mere 1,701 miles and long-term ownership history. (Estimate: $3,350,000 – $3,500,000), a remarkably original, preservation-grade, U.S.-market example with a mere 1,701 miles and long-term ownership history. 1968 Lamborghini Miura P400 (Estimate: $2,000,000 – $2,400,000), a Series II example of the original supercar, delivered new to Prince Abdul Elah bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia. Finished in its original combination of Bianco over a Rosso leather interior, the beautifully restored, matching-numbers car is equipped with its original factory 'special modified 380 BHP' engine. (Estimate: $2,000,000 – $2,400,000), a Series II example of the original supercar, delivered new to Prince Abdul Elah bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia. Finished in its original combination of over a leather interior, the beautifully restored, matching-numbers car is equipped with its original factory 'special modified 380 BHP' engine. A pair of Countaches, including an original-owner, time-capsule 1988 Lamborghini Countach 5000 QV (Estimate: $800,000 – $900,000) and a 1989 Lamborghini Countach 25th Anniversary Edition (Estimate: $500,000 – $600,000), the ultimate and fastest edition of the Countach, formerly a staple of WWE superstar John Cena's esteemed car collection. (Estimate: $800,000 – $900,000) and a (Estimate: $500,000 – $600,000), the ultimate and fastest edition of the Countach, formerly a staple of WWE superstar John Cena's esteemed car collection. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Prototype 'Stealth' (Estimate: $1,000,000 – $1,250,000), the final SLR Roadster ever produced, retained by McLaren Special Operations (MSO) for testing and development. (Estimate: $1,000,000 – $1,250,000), the final SLR Roadster ever produced, retained by McLaren Special Operations (MSO) for testing and development. 2011 Hennessey Venom GT (Estimate: $350,000 – $450,000, Offered Without Reserve), a one-of-13, 2,300-km, American-assembled hypercar offered without reserve in Monterey. Track Stars Stand-out machines across numerous golden eras in motorsport history feature within Broad Arrow's Monterey Jet Center catalog. The latest racing entries for the sale are led by a 1959 Porsche 718 RSK Spyder, chassis number 718-023 (Est. $3,500,000 – $4,000,000). One of just 24 customer cars produced, the Spyder was piloted by gentleman racer Roy Schechter throughout 1959. The car clinched titles and podiums in SCCA competition and was raced internationally at Bahamas Speed Week and in Cuba. Beautifully restored, it retains its matching-numbers engine and is eligible for the most prestigious vintage racing and driving events in the hobby. Additional competition highlights include: 2022 Lamborghini Essenza SCV12 (Estimate: $1,600,000 – $2,200,000), a one-of-40 track-only special developed by Lamborghini's Squadra Corse racing division and styled by Centro Stile. Offered in unraced condition with delivery miles, this is the only example to feature tinted exposed carbon fiber. (Estimate: $1,600,000 – $2,200,000), a one-of-40 track-only special developed by Lamborghini's Squadra Corse racing division and styled by Centro Stile. Offered in unraced condition with delivery miles, this is the only example to feature tinted exposed carbon fiber. 1980 BMW M1 Procar (Estimate: $1,450,000 – $1,850,000), one of approximately 54 M1 Procar examples built and believed to be the only car that remains in virtually as-new, never-raced, remarkably original condition. (Estimate: $1,450,000 – $1,850,000), one of approximately 54 M1 Procar examples built and believed to be the only car that remains in virtually as-new, never-raced, remarkably original condition. 1999 Chrysler Viper GTS-R ORECA Works (Estimate: $850,000 – $1,250,000), a factory team car entered for the 1999 FIA GT Championship, piloted by Jean-Philippe Belloc, David Donohue, Justin Bell, and Dominique Dupuy. The proven track star won the 1999 Hockenheim and Budapest 500 Kms along with the Watkins Glen 3 Hours and is fully prepped and ready to compete once more in historic events. (Estimate: $850,000 – $1,250,000), a factory team car entered for the 1999 FIA GT Championship, piloted by Jean-Philippe Belloc, David Donohue, Justin Bell, and Dominique Dupuy. The proven track star won the 1999 Hockenheim and Budapest 500 Kms along with the Watkins Glen 3 Hours and is fully prepped and ready to compete once more in historic events. 1983 Porsche-Kremer CK5 Group C Endurance Racing Prototype (Estimate: $800,000 – $950,000), one of two CK5s produced for the 1982 and 1983 World Sportscar Championship. A fascinating, well-preserved artifact from the Group C era, the CK5 competed at the 1983 Le Mans 24 Hours piloted by Derek Warwick, Frank Jelinski, and Patrick Gaillard. JDM Icons Drawing more attention and increasingly strong results, the market for Japanese Domestic Market collector cars continues to accelerate. The Monterey Jet Center Auction features a curated selection of JDM icons at a variety of price points, led by an exceedingly rare 1999 Nissan Skyline CRS GT-R V-Spec by NISMO (Estimate: $700,000 – $850,000). This Omori Factory-restored R34 is the sole NISMO CRS finished in GV1 Black Pearl Metallic and represents a true masterpiece in engineering and design. Further JDM highlights: A pair of Honda NSX-R examples, including a 45,000-km 1994 Honda NSX-R (Estimate: $375,000 – $425,000), finished in Championship White with matching Enkei wheels, and a 39,000-km 1995 Honda NSX-R (Estimate: $375,000 – $425,000, Offered Without Reserve), beautifully preserved in its original Berlina Black paint and having had just one Japanese owner until 2024. (Estimate: $375,000 – $425,000), finished in Championship White with matching Enkei wheels, and a 39,000-km (Estimate: $375,000 – $425,000, Offered Without Reserve), beautifully preserved in its original Berlina Black paint and having had just one Japanese owner until 2024. 1998 Subaru Impreza 22B STi (Estimate: $200,000 – $250,000), one of 400 examples produced: the holy grail of high performance Subarus. Finished in Sonic Blue Mica with Gold BBS wheels, this is one of the most iconic rally-bred machines of the modern era. Post-War Classic Staples The post-war classic and sports car era is a staple of the collector car market, comprising timeless designs that remain highly desirable today. The group on offer at Broad Arrow's Monterey Jet Center Auction is led by a 1967 Ferrari 275 GTB/4, chassis number 09657 (Estimate: $2,500,000 – $3,000,000). This is one of only 330 factory-built 275 GTB/4s produced between 1966 and 1968, a matching-numbers example of one of the most beautiful and mechanically accomplished expressions of the Ferrari gran turismo ever built. Finished in period-correct Giallo Fly over black leather, the beautifully restored, well-documented car is ready for further enjoyment. Additional post-war highlights include: 1965 Ferrari 275 GTB (Estimate: $2,500,000 – $2,800,000), a Ferrari Classiche certified, matching-numbers, Ferrari Club of America award-winning, and exquisitely restored 'short-nose' example, finished in Argento Metallizzato. (Estimate: $2,500,000 – $2,800,000), a Ferrari Classiche certified, matching-numbers, Ferrari Club of America award-winning, and exquisitely restored 'short-nose' example, finished in 1971 Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona Spider (Estimate: $2,500,000 – $2,800,000), a rare, beautifully restored, and utterly iconic California-delivered Daytona Spider, one of just 96 examples destined for the U.S. market. The car displays a mere 34,360 miles—believed to be original—from just three owners since new. (Estimate: $2,500,000 – $2,800,000), a rare, beautifully restored, and utterly iconic California-delivered Daytona Spider, one of just 96 examples destined for the U.S. market. The car displays a mere 34,360 miles—believed to be original—from just three owners since new. 1973 Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona (Estimate: $600,000 – $700,000), a matching-numbers, multi-award-winning example of an iconic shape, presented in Bianco over a Nero and Rosso leather interior from the Bill and Linda Feldhorn Collection. (Estimate: $600,000 – $700,000), a matching-numbers, multi-award-winning example of an iconic shape, presented in over a and leather interior from the Bill and Linda Feldhorn Collection. 1957 BMW 507 Series I Roadster (Estimate: $1,800,000 – $2,200,000), one of a mere 252 examples built from 1956-1959 and one of just 34 early Series I cars. This is a beautifully kept and thoughtfully restored example of a hallowed model, offered from just two long-term owners since 1978. (Estimate: $1,800,000 – $2,200,000), one of a mere 252 examples built from 1956-1959 and one of just 34 early Series I cars. This is a beautifully kept and thoughtfully restored example of a hallowed model, offered from just two long-term owners since 1978. 1962 Shelby 260 Cobra , CSX 2003 (Estimate: $1,500,000 – $2,000,000), one of the only surviving prototype examples in its original form and just the fourth Cobra ever built. The incredible car is offered in Monterey from its loving caretaker of 36 years. , CSX 2003 (Estimate: $1,500,000 – $2,000,000), one of the only surviving prototype examples in its original form and just the fourth Cobra ever built. The incredible car is offered in Monterey from its loving caretaker of 36 years. A pair of 1963 Ferrari 250 GT Berlinetta Lusso examples, including a Ferrari Classiche certified, matching-numbers example recently cosmetically restored in Grigio Argento over Rosso leather finishes (Estimate: $1,500,000 – $1,800,000) and a matching-numbers, deep red example formerly owned by Late Show host and noted collector, David Letterman (Estimate: $1,500,000 – $1,800,000). examples, including a Ferrari Classiche certified, matching-numbers example recently cosmetically restored in over leather finishes (Estimate: $1,500,000 – $1,800,000) and a matching-numbers, deep red example formerly owned by Late Show host and noted collector, David Letterman (Estimate: $1,500,000 – $1,800,000). A trio of Mercedes-Benz 300 SL examples, including a remarkably well-preserved, three-owner 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster (Estimate: $1,100,000 – $1,300,000), finished in its largely original Fire Engine Red paint, a matching-numbers, exquisitely restored 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster (Estimate: $1,850,000 – $2,200,000), finished in Anthracite Grey Metallic, and a matching-numbers 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing Coupe ($1,900,000 – $2,200,000), finished as originally specified in Silver Grey Metallic over a Blue interior with plaid fabric seats. Broad Arrow returns to The Monterey Jet Center in California for its fourth annual flagship sale on Wednesday, August 13 (6:00 pm PT auction start) and Thursday, August 14 (1:00 pm PT auction start). Held in conjunction with Motorlux—the best way to kick off Monterey Car Week—thousands of collectors and enthusiasts from around the world will be in attendance. Bidder registration, the complete digital catalog, and additional information on all cars on offer is available at Interested bidders are invited to connect with a Broad Arrow car specialist at +1 313 312 0780. Members of the media on official assignment are invited to apply for media credentials for The Monterey Jet Center Auction by writing to [email protected]. Editor's Notes About Broad Arrow Auctions Broad Arrow Auctions, a Hagerty (NYSE: HGTY) company, is a leading global collector car auction house. Founded in 2021 by highly experienced industry veterans, Broad Arrow offers exceptional quality cars to collectors and enthusiasts around the world. 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