Maserati Ghibli 4700 GT

It was at the 1966 Turin Motor Show that the Maserati Tipo 115 M, also called Ghibli, named after a stormy wind from the Libyan desert, was presented for the first time on the Ghia coachbuilder’s stand (at the same time as the Mangusta). It immediately impressed with the purity of its drawing, drawn in one stroke by the brilliant Giorgetto Giugiaro, and with the quality of its creation which clearly outclassed that of its great rival with the prancing horse. Its very beautiful 4700cc 4-shaft dry-sump V8 placed in a central front position, derived first from the 450 S then from the Mexico and the Quattroporte, was powered this time by 4 double-barrel Weber 40 DCNF/5 carburetors which allowed him to produce 310 well-fed horses.

A 5-speed gearbox manufactured by ZF transmitted movement to a rigid rear axle equipped with a Salisbury differential and coil springs. At the front, a suspension with coil springs and superimposed double wishbones. With 2 anti-roll bars and 4 disc brakes, the Ghibli benefited from a classic but reliable and proven construction which never failed subsequently, the car being renowned for its durability. The model presented here was sold new in the USA. Imported into Europe for 25 years, it has just come out of a total restoration. Its beautiful navy blue livery and beige leather interior are brand new. Its mechanics have been revised and are in perfect working order. Expertise.

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It is certain that the Ghibli, which it must be remembered that they have never fallen short of their prestigious competitors, constitute very good investments in a market still very demanding of large and rare classic GTs. Especially since today, as in the past, they are often superior to them, both in terms of driving pleasure and exclusivity, and Maserati’s current ambitions can only draw on its prestigious roots. A total of 1170 coupes and 125 Spyders including the SS versions were produced until 1969.