The A6GCS/53 was introduced in 1953 as a version of the Maserati A6. It was a racing car designed for endurance racing and open-road events such as the Mille Miglia. Its name indicates its characteristics: A6 (6 cylinder engine), G (cast iron block), C (corsa – competition), S (sport), and 53 for the year of its design. Most units were built as two-seater barchettas with lightweight aluminum bodies, many designed by Fantuzzi, although some closed coupes by Pininfarina were also produced. It featured rear-wheel drive, a 4 speed manual transmission and a 2.0L inline six ​​engine developing up to 170hp. Only about 52 units were built and its remembered as one of the most beautiful and efficient Maseratis of the era. The Maserati A6GCS/53 was produced until 1955.