The Maserati 228 is one of those refined 1980s grand tourers that rewards enthusiasts who appreciate subtlety over showmanship. Built from 1986 to 1992 as part of Maserati’s Biturbo family, the 228 was larger, more luxurious and more mature than its smaller siblings, giving drivers a leather-lined two-door coupe with genuine Italian character. Under the bonnet sat a twin-turbocharged V6, offered in 2.8-litre form for many export markets, delivering strong performance and effortless highway pace. Its understated styling by Pierangelo Andreani helped it stand apart from louder supercars, while still carrying the prestige of the trident badge.

For Australian owners, keeping a Maserati 228 at its best means paying close attention to quality service parts, fluids, filters, ignition components, braking hardware and suspension items. At Automotive Superstore, we understand that classic performance cars need dependable parts and accessories to preserve both drivability and originality. The 228 is especially interesting because it represented Maserati’s attempt to move upmarket during the De Tomaso era, blending executive comfort with turbocharged performance long before forced induction became common in luxury coupes.

A neat piece of trivia is that the 228’s name refers to its 2.8-litre engine and two-door body style, following Maserati’s practical naming convention of the period. Today, it remains a distinctive classic: rare, elegant and full of mechanical personality. Whether being maintained as a weekend cruiser or restored as a collectible, the Maserati 228 deserves carefully chosen parts that respect its unique grand touring heritage.