The top of the S-series tray range is the 450 S, developed by G. Taddeucci for the engine and V. Colotti for the chassis and transmission, under the direction of Giulio Alfieri, in 1956.
The 4.5l in-line V8 produces 400 hp at 7200 rpm and can reach 320 km / h !!

She entered the legend by winning her first race, the 12 hours of Sebring 1957, driven by Fangio and Behra and accumulated 23 victories in total.

Despite Maserati's withdrawal from competition in '57, she raced as a private team until 1964.

This model is a reproduction of the 450S "Stradale", intended for wealthy pilot customers.