Used Maserati Cars for Sale in Australia

Maserati occupies a distinct position in the luxury car market: Italian engineering with a motorsport heritage, a genuinely distinctive exhaust note, and interiors that prioritise driver connection over clinical refinement. Buying used is the practical entry point most buyers take. Steep depreciation on new Maseratis means well-maintained examples a few years old can be bought for significantly less than their original selling price, while retaining the character that makes them desirable.

Why choose a used Maserati?

The depreciation curve on Maserati works more strongly in the used buyer's favour than with most German luxury alternatives. New Maseratis command significant premiums; used examples that have absorbed their first few years represent considerably better value for buyers drawn to Italian luxury and performance without the new-car price tag.

Maserati's model range covers executive sedans (the Ghibli and Quattroporte), performance SUVs (the Levante and Grecale), and the GranTurismo grand touring coupe. In the Australian used market, the Grecale has the most to offer buyers entering now: more recent architecture, updated interior technology, and a growing supply of early examples at meaningful discounts from new make it the strongest current value in the Maserati range.

Authorised Maserati service centres operate in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Perth. For any used Maserati purchase, an unbroken authorised service history from one of these centres is the most meaningful indicator of how the car has been maintained.

Popular used Maserati models at Carma

Maserati Grecale

The used Maserati Grecale is Maserati's compact luxury SUV and the model Carma carries in its Maserati inventory. Available in GT, Modena, and performance-focused Trofeo grades with the brand's Nettuno twin-turbo V6, as well as a fully electric Folgore variant, the Grecale covers a wider range of drivetrain options than most of its Italian competition. The Nettuno engine was developed from the MC20 supercar platform, giving the Grecale a performance character and exhaust note that distinguishes it from the German engineering approach in the same segment.

The Grecale's more recent architecture delivers updated interior technology and refined dynamics compared to earlier Maserati SUVs. As earlier examples enter the used market, the value gap from new is significant: buyers access current Maserati engineering at a meaningful discount. Buyers comparing compact luxury SUVs may also find the used Porsche Macan or used Alfa Romeo Stelvio worth reviewing as alternatives in the same segment.

What to look for when buying a used Maserati

Authorised service history. Maserati engineering is more complex than mainstream alternatives, and the service record is the most critical document to scrutinise. Timing belts, cooling system components, and transmission fluid intervals are all manufacturer-specified and need to have been observed consistently. A full history from an authorised Maserati dealer demonstrates the car has been maintained to standard.

Know the platform and engine variant. Maserati has updated its powertrain range significantly, moving from the Biturbo V6 used in earlier Ghibli and Levante models to the Nettuno twin-turbo V6 found in the Grecale, developed from the MC20 supercar platform. Earlier engines had a more variable reliability record; the Nettuno platform is generally more refined. Identifying which engine generation the car carries matters more with Maserati than with most other brands.

Factor in total ownership costs. Servicing, parts, and any electrical or electronic system work on a Maserati costs more than equivalent work on mainstream brands. Understanding the full annual running cost before purchase is part of sensible planning. Carma's car finance gives you a clear number before you start comparing listings.

Frequently asked questions

Is a used Maserati reliable?

Maserati reliability has improved meaningfully in more recent model years. Earlier generation Ghibli and Levante models had documented issues with certain powertrain components. More recent variants, particularly those on the Nettuno engine platform, have a stronger track record. An authorised service history remains the most important reliability indicator for any generation.

What is the best used Maserati to buy in Australia?

For most buyers entering the used Maserati market now, the Grecale is the strongest choice, combining more recent platform architecture with the Nettuno V6's distinctive performance character. As earlier examples become available second-hand, buyers access current Maserati engineering at a meaningful discount from new. Buyers interested in other Maserati models will find the Ghibli and Levante available in the broader market, though Carma's Maserati inventory focuses on the Grecale.

How much does it cost to service a used Maserati in Australia?

Maserati servicing is notably more expensive than mainstream brands and broadly comparable to other Italian and German luxury marques. Authorised Maserati service centres operate in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Perth. Higher annual service costs are part of the honest ownership picture for any used Maserati and should be factored into the total purchase budget.

How does a used Maserati compare to a used BMW or Porsche?

A used Maserati offers a more individual character than either German alternative, with Italian styling, a distinctive exhaust note, and a driver focus that differs from the German engineering approach. A used BMW typically provides a wider service network and more predictable running costs. A used Porsche generally holds its value better but starts from a higher price point in comparable segments.

Does Maserati offer all-wheel drive on used models?

Yes. AWD is available across most Maserati Grecale variants. In the broader used Maserati market, Q4 all-wheel drive is available on the Ghibli from certain grades and is standard across the Levante. Entry-level Ghibli models are rear-wheel drive only. Confirming the drivetrain on the specific listing is recommended for buyers where AWD is a priority.

Maserati ownership is a considered purchase, and used examples that arrive with a complete authorised service history and a transparent condition record are genuinely rewarding to own. Every used Maserati at Carma goes through the NRMA-verified inspection and reconditioning process before listing, with fixed pricing that reflects the car's actual condition. If you have a car to move on, find out what it's worth before you commit.