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Maserati enthusiasts across the globe descended the Scottish Highlands this September for the 40th Maserati International Rally.
The Maserati Club UK — the oldest one founded in 1972 — hosted this year’s event in the iconic Gleneagles Hotel in Auchterarder which features world famous golf courses, a luxury spas and Scotland’s only two-Michelin star restaurant.
A total of 120 stunning Maserati models from 14 different countries, including 55 cars from the UK and five from as far away as Australia took part in this event.
Among the cars were a host of classics including the 1957 Maserati 3500GT; the oldest model in participation, a Vignale Spider as well as a stunning Sebring. Alongside these beauties were more recent vehicles, like the Maserati GranTurismos and the latest Levante SUV.
The event kicked off with a drive off at a hill; climbing up the famous ‘Rest and Be Thankful’ road which divides Glen Kinglas from Glen Croe, up its highest point of 245m above sea level. This drive showcases some of the most beautiful scenery in Scotland.
The Maserati International Rally (MIR) is hosted in a different countries each year and is an exclusive opportunity for fans and collectors of the House of Trident to meet, compete and showcase their special Maserati cars.
Next year’s MIR will be hosted by the Maserati Club in Sweden.
