This Maserati Biturbo 228 is a low-mileage example of the sporting grand tourer. It is powered by a 165kW producing 2.8-litre twin-turbocharged V6, coupled to a four-speed automatic gearbox. This example is believed to have had three owners from new, and has been with its current owner for three years, the odometer shows just 57,313 km (35,613 miles) from new. This Australian-delivered example has spent most of its life in Sydney, with the seller reporting that they purchased the car from a private collection which it had been part of for 10 years. The car was subsequently recommissioned and put back on the road. This handsome 228-variant of the Biturbo is finished in white, over a blue leather-trimmed interior with blue carpets and elegant wood inlays over the dashboard, centre console and door cards. It rides on a set of 15-inch wheels, which are wrapped in Nankang tyres. Inside, the cabin is equipped with climate control, electric windows, electrically operated door mirrors and seats, a heated rear screen, a dashboard-mounted Maserati clock, an Alpine cassette stereo with remote control and an NEC mobile car phone. The Alpine cassette stereo is not original, and the car is fitted with an aftermarket alarm system. It will be accompanied by its original owner’s manuals and service book, along with some maintenance invoices, the original tool kit and two keys. The white paintwork is noted by the seller as being in generally good condition, with minor marks on the front bumper, door edges, and nearside rear quarter. The seller has also noted kerbing marks on the wheels. Stepping inside, there is age-related creasing and light wear on the seats, as well as signs of use of some of the major touchpoints and wear on the dashboard above the gauge cluster, the cabin otherwise presents very well. The seller states that the air conditioning working correctly. They are not aware of any electrical or mechanical faults, and they state that there are no warning lights showing on the dashboard. The most recent inspection of roadworthiness was in December 2022 during which the seller reports that no warnings or advisory items were noted. The latest service was carried out at 57,150 km. The work comprised of a total engine overhaul which included an engine oil and oil filter change, along with the replacement of the air filter, battery, gearbox oil, spark plugs, differential oil, fuel filter, fuel pump, brake hoses, brake fluid, radiator, coolant, thermal fan switch, thermostat, thermostat seal, drive belt, timing belt kit, valve cover gasket, top cylinder head spacer kit, valve cover gasket, and water pump, the fuel tank was also drained and the injectors were serviced. Prior to this, the car was serviced in 2010 before it entered a private collection. This Australian-delivered Maserati Biturbo 228 features a powerful twin-turbocharged V6 engine combined with a smooth automatic gearbox. Boasting low mileage from new, and presenting in good order throughout, it is ready to serve its new owner as a head-turning weekend cruiser, a fine long-distance tourer, or stylish addition to a collection of modern classics. The description of this auction lot is, to the best of the seller's knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Collecting Cars requests a range of detail about the lot from the seller, and performs a level of due diligence. However, bidders must satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description, and conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to a bid. Please see our Terms and Conditions for full details. This vehicle’s VIN has been checked against the Australian Personal Property Securities Register, and there is no security interest or other registration kind logged against the serial number. This vehicle has been checked through the Austroads NEVDIS system, and there are no markers under the written-off or stolen databases.