Maserati’s history is well represented by the prestige of its various classic car models that were ahead of their time, from the acclaimed Grand Turismos that were popular in the 1950s to the MC20 Supercar that will be launched next September. Vehicles that have been driven for many years from the lot are very hard to find, as are those that have stood the test of time like a bottle of champagne.
In this article, we will show you a Top 5 of the most expensive Maserati classics that have managed to maintain their value and that you can look for at your preferred Maserati dealer in Illinois.
The 5000GT is the variant of the successful 3500GT. It was conceived from numerous requests made by people (including the last Shah of Iran, Mohammad Reza Pahlavi) to create a more exclusive variant.
So Maseratti Chief Engineer Giulio Alfieri took the powerful V8 engine from the 450S race car and used the 3500GT chassis to perfect the drive train. Apart from that he added a servo-assisted braking system of four disc brakes. The Shah of Iran personally chose the Milan Touring to build the chassis. In 1959, the 5000GT made its official debut at the Turin Motor Show and since then, two additional vehicles have been released, replicating the success of the 5000GT.
Hagerty price valuation: $2,500,000
The 5000GT Frua is a special version of the 5000GT adapted for everyday use. To make this possible, Alfieri swapped the Weber carburettors with Lucas fuel injectors to make the driving experience much more relaxing and make the car more responsive to its clientele. The first example increased the use of glass in the canopy and featured the trident logo on the grille.
Hagerty price valuation: $2,100,000
The Ghibli is a Maserati vehicle of the Italian Gran Turismo family that was in production between 1967 and 1973. Featuring a Guigiaro-style steel body, the model was a resounding success when it was unveiled at the 1966 Turin Motor Show.
The Spyder models are characterized by being a vehicle with only two seats and a propulsion of 335 HP, which makes it capable of reaching a top speed of 175 MPH and going from 0 to 60 MPH in just 7 seconds.
Featuring a dry-sump, twin-cam 4.9-liter V8 engine with Weber twin-choke carburetors, four disc-type brakes on its wheels, a wishbone suspension and coil springs to optimize its performance, the Ghibli is a vehicle that stands out by far and was one of the most rapidly produced of its time.
Hagerty price valuation: $775,000
The Maserati Mistral is a vehicle that was launched in 1963 as the official replacement for the 3500GT. Apart from that, the Mistral was in charge of starting the Maserati tradition of baptizing their vehicles with the name of the winds that the experienced Italian sailors knew perfectly well. To summarize, the mistral wind is a cold wind from the North West that blows across the Rhone Valley and the south of France towards the Mediterranean Sea during winter times.
Frua designed the Mistral in such a precise way that he created a completely superior power vehicle. The Mistral would be the last Maserati in its class to use the DOHC twin-plug straight-six engine, which was frequently used in Grand Prix racing. Its initial version had a 3.5-liter engine, which was later improved to 3.7 liters and then to 4.0 liters with a power of 255 HP. It featured a Lucas fuel injection system and a 5-speed ZF transmission.
To this day, the Mistral is still considered by many to be one of Maserati’s most beautiful designs.
Hagerty price valuation: $718,000
Now that you know the most expensive and legendary Maserati models ever produced, it’s time for you to go to your nearest Maserati car dealership in Illinois and get the vehicle that perfectly suits your needs. Maserati has a lot of history and we are ready to provide you with all the necessary information regarding these models.
However and for now, we invite you to review our diverse selection of new and used luxury vehicles at Maserati of Glenview. For inquiries or quotes, do not hesitate to contact us through our oficial phones or website, as well as paying us a visit. We are always at your service!
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