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Maserati and Alfa Romeo could soon revive their longstanding partnership with an all-new supercar—one that bucks modern trends by embracing a manual transmission and internal combustion power.
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The two storied Italian brands, both part of the Stellantis group, have hinted at a return to collaboration during recent remarks at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. If confirmed, the project would mark a follow-up to past co-developed efforts like the Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale and Maserati MC20, which shared platforms and manufacturing roots in Modena.
Alfa Romeo CEO Santo Ficili confirmed interest in a joint performance project, stating, “We have infinite possibilities to customize products for our customers, for the entire range of Maserati,” while adding that collaborations like those seen in the past with Alfa Romeo remain a possibility.
Industry insiders believe the rumored car will utilize Maserati’s Nettuno 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged V6, currently rated at 621 horsepower in the MC20 Cielo. While final specs remain under wraps, the powerplant could be further tuned for the new application. Notably, Maserati head of engineering Davide Danesin has suggested the vehicle could feature a manual gearbox, a major departure for a brand that hasn’t offered one in years.
“A manual gearbox is an opportunity,” Danesin said. “It could be the right choice for a limited edition of a car.”
The rumored project would cater to purists seeking an analog driving experience, standing in stark contrast to the industry’s ongoing shift toward electrification and automatic transmissions. While neither brand has confirmed the project’s existence or timeline, speculation suggests a potential reveal as early as next year. Pricing is expected to start at no less than $250,000.
If greenlit, the car would join a lineage of legendary Italian machines and likely be produced in very limited numbers. Collectors and enthusiasts are already being advised to reach out to dealers to express early interest.
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