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Maserati 3500GT - The Maserati 3500 GT, first introduced in 1957, marked Maserati’s transition from racing cars to luxury Grand Tourers. Touring Superleggera’s “Superleggera” construction- lightweight aluminum bodywork over a tubular steel frame - revolutionized automotive design, making the 3500 GT a coveted symbol of elegance and performance. It was a car beloved by the era’s elite, including Hollywood legends and industrial titans, becoming an icon of 1950s sophistication and innovation. The restoration of this Maserati 3500 GT exemplifies Touring's uncompromising dedication to authenticity. A former treasure of Horace Elgin Dodge III of the famed Dodge dynasty, underwent an exhaustive process to restore its original glory. From the intricate bodywork to the mechanical precision, every element was painstakingly revived. Historical research revealed the car’s original configuration and journey, ensuring the restoration respected its unique heritage. Our classic team collaborated with Candini Classiche, to overhaul the engine and mechanical components. The meticulous attention to detail extended to sourcing missing original parts, repairing the body with precision, and applying period-correct finishes. Master craftsmen at Touring meticulously rebuilt the car, from shaping new metal components to correcting minor structural misalignments, ensuring a seamless finish. The final paint application—a direct lacquer topcoat typical of its era—was hand-sanded and polished with the outmost care and attention, highlighting the car’s exquisite curves and chrome accents. The Maserati 3500 GT embodies the spirit of an era when luxury and performance converged to create enduring masterpieces. Touring’s efforts preserve this legacy, ensuring that the artistry and craftsmanship of the past inspire future generations. Visitors to Retromobile will witness this restored 1959 Maserati 3500 GT alongside an unrestored 1961 barn-find example. This juxtaposition highlights Touring’s transformative power, showcasing the journey from untouched relic to restored glory.
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    The Maserati 3500 GT, first introduced in 1957, marked Maserati’s transition from racing cars to luxury Grand Tourers. Touring Superleggera’s “Superleggera” construction- lightweight aluminum bodywork over a tubular steel frame - revolutionized automotive design, making the 3500 GT a coveted symbol of elegance and performance. It was a car beloved by the era’s elite, including Hollywood legends and industrial titans, becoming an icon of 1950s sophistication and innovation. The restoration of this Maserati 3500 GT exemplifies Touring's uncompromising dedication to authenticity. A former treasure of Horace Elgin Dodge III of the famed Dodge dynasty, underwent an exhaustive process to restore its original glory. From the intricate bodywork to the mechanical precision, every element was painstakingly revived. Historical research revealed the car’s original configuration and journey, ensuring the restoration respected its unique heritage. Our classic team collaborated with Candini Classiche, to overhaul the engine and mechanical components. The meticulous attention to detail extended to sourcing missing original parts, repairing the body with precision, and applying period-correct finishes. Master craftsmen at Touring meticulously rebuilt the car, from shaping new metal components to correcting minor structural misalignments, ensuring a seamless finish. The final paint application—a direct lacquer topcoat typical of its era—was hand-sanded and polished with the outmost care and attention, highlighting the car’s exquisite curves and chrome accents. The Maserati 3500 GT embodies the spirit of an era when luxury and performance converged to create enduring masterpieces. Touring’s efforts preserve this legacy, ensuring that the artistry and craftsmanship of the past inspire future generations. Visitors to Retromobile will witness this restored 1959 Maserati 3500 GT alongside an unrestored 1961 barn-find example. This juxtaposition highlights Touring’s transformative power, showcasing the journey from untouched relic to restored glory.

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      TOURING SUPERLEGGERA

      Fondée en 1926 par Felice Bianchi Anderloni, Touring Superleggera s’est rapidement forgée une réputation prestigieuse en tant que référence du design automobile, un titre qu’elle conserve encore aujourd’hui tout en jouant le rôle de gardienne du patrimoine automobile italien. Réputée pour ses créations en séries limitées et ses restaurations prestigieuses, Touring Superleggera a redonné vie à certains des véhicules les plus emblématiques du monde automobile.

      Parmi les restaurations notables figurent la Ferrari 166 MM de Gianni Agnelli, qui incarne le concept de « barchetta » que Touring a introduit comme un nouveau style de voiture de sport décapotable, alliant légèreté et élégance et influençant le design automobile moderne ; la Lamborghini 350 GT de Ferruccio Lamborghini, le premier modèle de production de Lamborghini, conçu avec la légendaire construction légère de Touring et contribuant à établir l’héritage de Lamborghini dans le luxe haute performance ; et la Maserati 3500 GT de la famille Dodge, une voiture alliant savoir-faire italien et héritage américain, récemment restaurée par Touring dans toute sa splendeur d’origine.

      À travers ces restaurations historiques et des modèles visionnaires comme la Superleggera Veloce12, Touring Superleggera continue de repousser les limites du design automobile tout en célébrant l’essence intemporelle de l’artisanat italien. La Veloce12, mettant en vedette la méthode de construction brevetée « Superleggera » (ou « super légère ») de Touring, rappelle l’héritage de Touring en matière de performance sur les circuits, contribuant à 11 victoires générales à la Mille Miglia ainsi qu’à des succès au Mans, en Grands Prix et lors d’autres événements prestigieux.

      Ces dernières années, Touring a continué à démontrer son expertise en design à travers des modèles comme l’A8GCS Berlinetta (2009), la Bentley Continental Flying Star (2010) et la Disco Volante (2013), basée sur l’Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione, qui a remporté le prix du design au Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este. La MINI Superleggera™ Vision (2014) et la Berlinetta Lusso (2015) illustrent également la capacité de Touring à allier innovation et tradition. Enfin, l’Aero 3 (2020) et l’Arese RH95 (2021) constituent les dernières séries limitées de Touring avant la Superleggera Veloce12.

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