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Maserati 26M Sport Double Phaeton Castagna

1931Coachwork by Castagna

THE VEHICLE AT A GLANCE

Model dossier

Manufacturer
Maserati
Base model
26M
Coachbuilder
Castagna
Production period
1931
Body style
Phaeton
Type
Limited

THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE CAR

Coachbuilding, design & conversions

PRICE & SALES RECORD

Vehicle value

Original price
Not documented
Latest recorded sale
Not documented

01 / THE STORY

History & context

The Maserati 26M Sport Double Phaeton Castagna stands as an enduring symbol of automotive elegance, performance, and craftsmanship, a true masterpiece created by the skilled hands of Carrozzeria Castagna Milano. Draped in a captivating two-tone paintwork, the car’s visual appeal is accentuated by a striking arrow motif on the bonnet, a symbol that elegantly captures the essence of speed and dynamism. The intricate design work extends beyond its surface, as Mario Revelli di Beaumont’s Double Phaeton body design is expertly integrated into the sporty chassis of the Maserati 26M Sport #2521, creating a harmonious blend of form and function. The Maserati 26M Sport Double Phaeton was unveiled at the prestigious 1932 Concorso d’Eleganza di Villa d’Este, a show known for showcasing the finest examples of automotive artistry. There, it clinched the category prize for open-top cars, a well-deserved recognition of its timeless allure, sophisticated design, and innovative engineering. This victory at one of the most esteemed concours underscored its status as a true icon of automotive design. The collaboration between Maserati and Castagna resulted in a unique synthesis of performance and luxury, a hallmark of the 1930s golden age of motoring. The Maserati 26M Sport, equipped with its powerful engine and meticulously crafted bodywork, combined the thrill of speed with the elegance of an aristocratic automobile. With its elongated curves and graceful lines, the Double Phaeton design beautifully captured the spirit of the era, a time when automobiles were not only mechanical marvels but also works of art. As the wind softly embraced its sleek body, the Maserati 26M Sport Double Phaeton Castagna became more than just a car—it became a symbol of automotive excellence. Its legacy lives on in the annals of classic car history, where it continues to be revered by collectors, enthusiasts, and historians alike for its stunning design, engineering excellence, and the powerful connection it embodies between speed and style.

02 / TECHNICAL IDENTITY

Specifications & construction

Production & construction

Production type
Limited
Production notes
Period/event evidence secures the Castagna Double Phaeton and 1931–32 chronology. Independent reconstruction notes possible two four-seat road chassis and treats 2521 as a supposition. Therefore one-off/Units=1 are not canonical; chassis and Revelli attribution remain guarded. NO_AUTO_INHERIT.

Engine & performance

Specification notes
Confidence detail moved from confidence: high_disposition_only

Design & manufacture

Designer · Candidate
Mario Revelli di Beaumont
Manufacturer · Documented
Maserati
Coachbuilder / Body Builder · Documented
Castagna

06 / EVENTS & AWARDS

Events & awards

IV Concorso Internazionale per Automobili – Coppa d'Oro Villa d'Este General · legacy_preserved
Date
1932
Chassis
General

Preserved CI 1.0 relation. Evidence field: list_of_awards_0_events. No award inferred.

08 / FROM THE ARCHIVE

Archive

10 / CONNECTED HISTORY

Timeline

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