Maserati has revealed a glow-in-the-dark version of its MC20 supercar

Maserati has released its first special edition MC20 supercar inspired by a ‘dark’ theme featuring - perhaps brilliantly - a glow-in-the-dark paintjob.

Dubbed the ‘Notte’ and restricted to just 50 units, the new-look consists of a gloss black exterior which shifts into a magnetic matte called ‘Nero Ezzenza’ in darker settings. Maserati says this paint scheme is luminescent; TopGear.com says this paint scheme is particularly useful if you live in a rural area and the electricity suddenly cuts out.

The side logos and Maserati badging will also follow suit and transform from silver to matte white gold to reference its racing heritage. The 20-inch ‘birdcage’ alloys and brake callipers are also blacked out and supplemented by white and gold accents.

The cabin has also seen a refresh and given even more fancy Alcantara leather than it already had, including across the black and grey sports seats with yellow stitching and the semi-carbon steering wheel. A unique model number out of 50 is also present between the headrests.

The MC20 Notte has been built by Maserati’s Fuoriserie division - which specialises in conceiving most of its limited-run models - and is the first MC20 to receive some pampering, but surely not the last.

Collaborators include Andrea Bertolini, the Trident’s reference driver and former GT1 world champion, and David Beckham, a global ambassador for the brand. The latter has probably had a say in all the gold accents too - you know, goldenballs and that right?

Head of design at Maserati, Klaus Busse, said: “MC20 Notte celebrates the thrill of racing and the allure of the night combining supreme performance and Italian elegance with a touch of mystery of the nocturnal world.”

The changes will be purely cosmetic, so the V6 Nettuno engine maintains its 630bhp rating and 538lb ft of torque. Pricing is also unknown, but expect a healthy rise over the standard car’s £187,000.