Nicolas Maier
Maserati 5000 GT Research
Passion since the AGE OF 6
Nicolas Maier is passionate about classic cars, in particular the Maserati 5000 GT. He has been researching these rare models since 2006 and shares his discoveries on his Instagram account.
From the age of six, Nicolas Maier was fascinated by the Maserati 5000 GT, which he considers to be his dream car. This fascination led him to found ‘Maserati 5000GT Research’ in 2006, a company dedicated to the in-depth study of this iconic model. His expertise is recognised worldwide, and he is often asked to advise on Maserati 5000 GT auctions.
Maserati 5000 GT
Among his current projects, Nicolas Maier is working on the authentication and restoration of several Maserati 5000 GTs, some of which have long been lost or unknown. He is tracing the individual history of each car, checking that they conform to the original specifications and working with mechanical and bodywork experts to restore them to their authentic condition. His work has made it possible to identify historic vehicles that belonged to influential personalities and to document their technical and aesthetic specificities.
Not just MASERATI
Although he specialises in Maserati 5000 GTs, Nicolas Maier is also interested in other Maserati models and other makes. His company offers restoration services and assistance with the purchase and sale of various classic models.
The De Tomaso VALLELUNGA
Among other exceptional vehicles, Nicolas Maier pays particular attention to the De Tomaso Vallelunga, one of the rarest sports cars ever produced. In 2023, he presented the first of 50 examples of this model at the Oldtimers Meeting in Baden-Baden, winning the admiration of enthusiasts. This interest in the Vallelunga reflects his commitment to preserving and promoting the history of rare cars.
To find out more about his research and restorations, you can visit his Instagram account: @maserati5000gt_research