After claiming the Constructors’ Cup in Istanbul, Maserati added the team title with the Vitaphone Racing Team. The German squad scored four wins and five second place finishes in a well deserved victory.

All four drivers performed extremely well and the consistent results and excellent organisation increased the chances of taking the title. One of the highlights was the win in the Spa 24 Hour, the first time that Maserati has won a day-long race. Other triumphs came in Oschersleben, Istanbul and Silverstone.

Michael Bartels and Timo Scheider came close to taking the fifth win in Dubai, this despite being handicapped by having an extra 150kg on board (fifty of which were assigned by the FIA). Unfortunately, they could not hold off Lamy/Gardel’s 550 challenge over the closing stages. They were helped by having only 30kg of ballast. The Trident company’s success in the team championship was confirmed by JMB Racing taking second spot. JMB earned this position with a win at Magny Cours and four second places.