Il Tridente della Riscossa



A superb exhibition of Classic Maseratis ENDED 18th MARCH 2001

The Museo dell'Automobile "Luigi Bonfanti" at Romano D'Ezzelino near Vicenza hosted an important exhibition of classic Maseratis until the 18th March 2001 and if you have missed the opportunity of visiting the museum I hope you'll enjoy these pages. I would like to thank Sig. Arcangelo Battaglia and Sign. Rosanna Bontorin from the museum for their kindness in allowing me to take these photographs and pass on this information to 'Maseratisti' who were unable to visit this exhibition.
This was the most important exhibition ever seen about the 'Casa del Tridente' and was made possible through the close co-operation of Maserati Spa, the Registro Maserati and its members, the Biscaretti Museum in Turin and Collezione West Srl, Sports and Classic Maserati, Modena.

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TIPO A6

Years of production: 1946-1950
6-cyl in line with 1488.2 cc capacity
SOHC with two valves per cylinder
Bore 66mm and stroke 72.5mm
Compression ratio 7.25:1
Power output 65 bhp @ 4700 rpm
Induction system by single Weber 36 DCR carburettor
Nett weight 950 kg
Estimated top speed 94 mph
Models built 61
From a private collection

Presented at the 1947 Geneva Motor Show the A6 coupé with coachwork by Pinin Farina was Maseratis first real attempt at series production. It was powered by a derivative of the six cylinder engine used in the Tipo 6CS/46 sports car. It was the last car designed by the Maserati brothers prior to their leaving the company.

TIPO A6G 2000 SPYDER

Years of production: 1954-1957
6-cyl in line 1954.3 cc engine
SOHC with two valves per cylinder
Bore 65mm and stroke 75mm
Compression ratio 6.0:1
Power output 100 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Induction system by No 3 Weber 36 DO4 carburettors
Nett weight 1000 kg
Estimated top speed 100 mph
Models built 65
From a private collection

Following demands from its customers, who found the 1.5-litre engine a little short on power, Maserati adapted the engine of their successful A6GCS 2-litre race car for road use. This lead to the production, in limited numbers, of the A6G 2000, which Maserati later found to be more profitable than its competition car. The basic chassis of the 1500 was strengthened and modified and bodied by the top coachbuilders. Frua produced this beautiful and elegant spider which was produced in small numbers.

TIPO A6 G54

Year of production: 1954-1957
6-cyl in line 1985.6 cc engine
DOHC with two valves per cylinder
Bore 76.5mm and stroke 72mm
Compression ratio 8.0:1
Power output 150 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Induction system No 3 Weber 40 DCO3 carburettors
Nett weight 840 kg
Estimated top speed 132 mph
Models built 20
From a private collection

The success of the twin cam 2-litre engine forced Maserati to update the A6G 2000, they produced a series of road cars of which a limited number, with bodies by by Zagato, were for racing in the 'Gran Turismo' class. Hand built no two were alike and the resulting car became famous for its sporting duels with the Fiat V8, also bodied by Zagato.

TIPO 101 3500GT

Year of production: 1957-1964
6-cyl in line 3485.3 cc engine
DOHC with two valves per cylinder
Bore 86mm and stroke 100mm
Compression ratio 8.5:1
Power output 220 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Induction system by No 3 Weber 42 DCOE carburettors
Nett weight 1300 kg
Estimated top speed 138 mph
Models built 1972
From a private collection

The 3500GT was the car that represented a new start for the 'Casa del Tridente', reviving it and placing it in the production series category. Mechanically it was derived from their six cylinder race cars and was handsomely bodied by Carrozzeria Touring. The recently restored 3500GT on display was once owned by Italian singing star Miranda Martino and was featured on the sleeve of her record album.

TIPO 101 3500GT SPYDER

Year of production: 1960-1964
6-cyl in line 3485.3 cc engine
DOHC with two valves per cylinder
Bore 86mm and stroke 100mm
Compression ratio 8.5:1
Power output 220 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Induction system by No 3 Weber 42 DCOE carburettors
Nett weight 1300 kg
Estimated top speed 138 mph
Models built 242
From the Adolfo Orsi Collection

This car is a prototype of the spyder version, coachwork by Vignale from a design by Giovanni Michelotti and differs from the production version in many ways, especially in the frontal area. Combining elegance with comfort and speed it proved to be very successful.

BOOMERANG 1972

From the Berthold Ollmann Collection

Based on the mechanics of the Bora, Maserati presented this futuristic concept car at the 1972 Turin Motor Show. It was designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro's Italdesign but was never put into production and this remains the only example.
On the right you can see Giugiaro's signature that appears in place of the rear registration plate on the Boomerang.

TIPO 107 QUATTROPORTE

Years of production: 1963-1971
V8-cyl @ 90° 4135.8 cc engine
4OHC with two valves per cylinder
Bore 88mm and stroke 85mm
Compression ratio 8.5:1
Power output 260 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Induction system by No 4 Weber 38 DCNL5 carburettors
Nett weight 1700 kg
Estimated top speed 144 mph
Models built 50
From a private collection

Gaining on their experiences with the luxurious 5000GT, Maserati decided to enter the field of luxury cars where Italian Marques were sadly absent. The Quattroporte was launched at the Turin Motor Show in 1963 as the fastest luxury 'four-door' saloon car in the world. With its elegant shape and standard equipment of power steering, air conditioning and electric windows the rich and famous coverted it. Notable owners included The Aga Khan, Leonid Breznev, Prince Rainier of Monaco, Marcello Mastroianni, Italian tenor Del Monaco, Alberto Sordi, Anthony Quinn, Stewart Granger and Peter Ustinov who still drives it today.

TIPO 109 MISTRAL SPIDER

Years of production: 1963-1970
6-cyl in line 3694.4 cc engine
DOHC with two valves per cylinder
Bore 86mm and stroke 106mm
Compression ratio 9.0:1
Power output 245 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Induction system by Lucas indirect fuel injection
Nett weight 1200 kg
Estimated top speed 153 mph
Models built 120
From a private collection

The Mistral was the last Maserati to use the famous six cylinder engine. It was a car that combined elegance and speed. This open version with bodywork made and designed by Pietro Frua was first introduced at the 1964 Geneva Motor Show where it was well received.

TIPO 112 MEXICO

Years of production: 1966-1972
V8-cyl @ 90° 4709 cc engine
4OHC with two valves per cylinder
Bore 93.9mm and stroke 85mm
Compression ratio 8.5:1
Power output 290 bhp @ 5000 rpm
Induction system by No 4 Weber 38 DCNL5 carburettors
Nett weight 1450 kg
Estimated top speed 144 mph
Models built 1
From a private collection

The Mexico was first shown at the Paris Motor Show in 1966. It was one of the first examples of a 2+2 two-door sports saloon.

TIPO 115 GHIBLI

Years of production: 1966-1973
V8-cyl @ 90° 4709 cc engine
4OHC with two valves per cylinder
Bore 93mm and stroke 85mm
Compression ratio 8.5:1
Power output 330 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Induction system by No 4 Weber 40 DCNL carburettors
Nett weight 1300 kg
Estimated top speed 169 mph
Models built 1149
From the Ruzzante & Co Collection

One of Italy's true classic sports cars. When launched it was the natural competitor to the Ferrari 365GTB/4 'Daytona'. Around Maserati's powerful V8 engine and tubular chassis, Ghia designed this elegant aerodynamic masterpiece.

TIPO 116 INDY

Years of production: 1969-1974
V8-cyl @ 90° 4135.8 cc engine
4OHC with two valves per cylinder
Bore 88mm and stroke 85mm
Compression ratio 8.5:1
Power output 260 bhp @ 5500 rpm
Induction system by No 4 Weber 42 DCNF carburettors
Nett weight 1500 kg
Estimated top speed 190 mph
Models built 1136
From the Luigi Amoretti Collection

The new Indy was a modern gran turismo in the 2+2 mode launched in prototype form at the Turin Motor Show in 1968 as a direct replacement for the now ageing Mexico. Designed by Alfredo Vignale the Indy was so named to commemorate Maserati's past victories at Indianapolis. A true four-seater with more than adequate luggage space, the Indy was at first handicapped by the use of the less powerful 4.2-litre engine. In 1970 a name change to Indy America and adoption of the 4.7-litre plant, producing 290 bhp, along with many other detail alterations. In 1973 the Indy was fitted with the 4.9-litre engine of the Ghibli SS producing a massive 335 bhp.

TIPO 117 BORA

Years of production: 1971-1979
Rear mounted V8-cyl @ 90° 4709 cc engine
4OHC with two valves per cylinder
Bore 93.9mm and stroke 85mm
Compression ratio 8.5:1
Power output 310 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Induction system by No 4 Weber 42 DCNF carburettors
Nett weight 1400 kg
Estimated top speed 175 mph
Models built 483
From a private collection

The Bora was Maserati's first rear-engined production sports car with body designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro, who succeeded in preserving Maserati's traditional elegance in his innovative design of this superfast sports car.

TIPO MERAK

Years of production: 1972-1982
Rear mounted V6-cyl @ 90° 2965.4 cc engine
4OHC with two valves per cylinder
Bore 91.6mm and stroke 75mm
Compression ratio 8.75:1
Power output 190 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Induction system by No 3 Weber 42 DCNF carburettors
Nett weight 1320 kg
Estimated top speed 175 mph
Models built 1691
From a private collection

New owners Citroen, who took over Maserati in 1968, commissioned chief engineer Giulio Alfieri to design a new 2.7-litre V6 engine for their new Citroen SM. In 1972 this engine, enlarged to 3 litres was used to power the new Merak. The smaller 'sister' to the Bora the car was later made with a 2-litre engine for the home market.

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TIPO A6 Years of production: 1946-1950 6-cyl in line with 1488.2 cc capacity SOHC with two valves per cylinder Bore 66mm and stroke 72.5mm Compression ratio 7.25:1 Power output 65 bhp @ 4700 rpm Induction system by single Weber 36 DCR carburettor Nett weight 950 kg Estimated top speed 94 mph Models built 61	From a private collection

Presented at the 1947 Geneva Motor Show the A6 coupé with coachwork by Pinin Farina was Maseratis first real attempt at series production. It was powered by a derivative of the six cylinder engine used in the Tipo 6CS/46 sports car. It was the last car designed by the Maserati brothers prior to their leaving the company.

TIPO A6G 2000 SPYDER Years of production: 1954-1957 6-cyl in line 1954.3 cc engine SOHC with two valves per cylinder Bore 65mm and stroke 75mm Compression ratio 6.0:1 Power output 100 bhp @ 5500 rpm Induction system by No 3 Weber 36 DO4 carburettors Nett weight 1000 kg Estimated top speed 100 mph Models built 65	From a private collection

Following demands from its customers, who found the 1.5-litre engine a little short on power, Maserati adapted the engine of their successful A6GCS 2-litre race car for road use. This lead to the production, in limited numbers, of the A6G 2000, which Maserati later found to be more profitable than its competition car. The basic chassis of the 1500 was strengthened and modified and bodied by the top coachbuilders. Frua produced this beautiful and elegant spider which was produced in small numbers.

TIPO A6 G54 Year of production: 1954-1957 6-cyl in line 1985.6 cc engine DOHC with two valves per cylinder Bore 76.5mm and stroke 72mm Compression ratio 8.0:1 Power output 150 bhp @ 6000 rpm Induction system No 3 Weber 40 DCO3 carburettors Nett weight 840 kg Estimated top speed 132 mph Models built 20	From a private collection

The success of the twin cam 2-litre engine forced Maserati to update the A6G 2000, they produced a series of road cars of which a limited number, with bodies by by Zagato, were for racing in the 'Gran Turismo' class. Hand built no two were alike and the resulting car became famous for its sporting duels with the Fiat V8, also bodied by Zagato.

TIPO 101 3500GT Year of production: 1957-1964 6-cyl in line 3485.3 cc engine DOHC with two valves per cylinder Bore 86mm and stroke 100mm Compression ratio 8.5:1 Power output 220 bhp @ 5500 rpm Induction system by No 3 Weber 42 DCOE carburettors Nett weight 1300 kg Estimated top speed 138 mph Models built 1972	From a private collection

The 3500GT was the car that represented a new start for the 'Casa del Tridente', reviving it and placing it in the production series category. Mechanically it was derived from their six cylinder race cars and was handsomely bodied by Carrozzeria Touring. The recently restored 3500GT on display was once owned by Italian singing star Miranda Martino and was featured on the sleeve of her record album.

TIPO 101 3500GT SPYDER Year of production: 1960-1964 6-cyl in line 3485.3 cc engine DOHC with two valves per cylinder Bore 86mm and stroke 100mm Compression ratio 8.5:1 Power output 220 bhp @ 5500 rpm Induction system by No 3 Weber 42 DCOE carburettors Nett weight 1300 kg Estimated top speed 138 mph Models built 242	From the Adolfo Orsi Collection

This car is a prototype of the spyder version, coachwork by Vignale from a design by Giovanni Michelotti and differs from the production version in many ways, especially in the frontal area. Combining elegance with comfort and speed it proved to be very successful.

BOOMERANG 1972

From the Berthold Ollmann Collection

Based on the mechanics of the Bora, Maserati presented this futuristic concept car at the 1972 Turin Motor Show. It was designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro's Italdesign but was never put into production and this remains the only example. On the right you can see Giugiaro's signature that appears in place of the rear registration plate on the Boomerang.

TIPO 107 QUATTROPORTE Years of production: 1963-1971 V8-cyl @ 90° 4135.8 cc engine 4OHC with two valves per cylinder Bore 88mm and stroke 85mm Compression ratio 8.5:1 Power output 260 bhp @ 5500 rpm Induction system by No 4 Weber 38 DCNL5 carburettors Nett weight 1700 kg Estimated top speed 144 mph Models built 50	From a private collection

Gaining on their experiences with the luxurious 5000GT, Maserati decided to enter the field of luxury cars where Italian Marques were sadly absent. The Quattroporte was launched at the Turin Motor Show in 1963 as the fastest luxury 'four-door' saloon car in the world. With its elegant shape and standard equipment of power steering, air conditioning and electric windows the rich and famous coverted it. Notable owners included The Aga Khan, Leonid Breznev, Prince Rainier of Monaco, Marcello Mastroianni, Italian tenor Del Monaco, Alberto Sordi, Anthony Quinn, Stewart Granger and Peter Ustinov who still drives it today.

TIPO 109 MISTRAL SPIDER Years of production: 1963-1970 6-cyl in line 3694.4 cc engine DOHC with two valves per cylinder Bore 86mm and stroke 106mm Compression ratio 9.0:1 Power output 245 bhp @ 5500 rpm Induction system by Lucas indirect fuel injection Nett weight 1200 kg Estimated top speed 153 mph Models built 120	From a private collection

The Mistral was the last Maserati to use the famous six cylinder engine. It was a car that combined elegance and speed. This open version with bodywork made and designed by Pietro Frua was first introduced at the 1964 Geneva Motor Show where it was well received.

TIPO 112 MEXICO Years of production: 1966-1972 V8-cyl @ 90° 4709 cc engine 4OHC with two valves per cylinder Bore 93.9mm and stroke 85mm Compression ratio 8.5:1 Power output 290 bhp @ 5000 rpm Induction system by No 4 Weber 38 DCNL5 carburettors Nett weight 1450 kg Estimated top speed 144 mph Models built 1	From a private collection

The Mexico was first shown at the Paris Motor Show in 1966. It was one of the first examples of a 2+2 two-door sports saloon.

TIPO 115 GHIBLI Years of production: 1966-1973 V8-cyl @ 90° 4709 cc engine 4OHC with two valves per cylinder Bore 93mm and stroke 85mm Compression ratio 8.5:1 Power output 330 bhp @ 5500 rpm Induction system by No 4 Weber 40 DCNL carburettors Nett weight 1300 kg Estimated top speed 169 mph Models built 1149	From the Ruzzante & Co Collection

One of Italy's true classic sports cars. When launched it was the natural competitor to the Ferrari 365GTB/4 'Daytona'. Around Maserati's powerful V8 engine and tubular chassis, Ghia designed this elegant aerodynamic masterpiece.

TIPO 116 INDY Years of production: 1969-1974 V8-cyl @ 90° 4135.8 cc engine 4OHC with two valves per cylinder Bore 88mm and stroke 85mm Compression ratio 8.5:1 Power output 260 bhp @ 5500 rpm Induction system by No 4 Weber 42 DCNF carburettors Nett weight 1500 kg Estimated top speed 190 mph Models built 1136	From the Luigi Amoretti Collection

The new Indy was a modern gran turismo in the 2+2 mode launched in prototype form at the Turin Motor Show in 1968 as a direct replacement for the now ageing Mexico. Designed by Alfredo Vignale the Indy was so named to commemorate Maserati's past victories at Indianapolis. A true four-seater with more than adequate luggage space, the Indy was at first handicapped by the use of the less powerful 4.2-litre engine. In 1970 a name change to Indy America and adoption of the 4.7-litre plant, producing 290 bhp, along with many other detail alterations. In 1973 the Indy was fitted with the 4.9-litre engine of the Ghibli SS producing a massive 335 bhp.

TIPO 117 BORA Years of production: 1971-1979 Rear mounted V8-cyl @ 90° 4709 cc engine 4OHC with two valves per cylinder Bore 93.9mm and stroke 85mm Compression ratio 8.5:1 Power output 310 bhp @ 6000 rpm Induction system by No 4 Weber 42 DCNF carburettors Nett weight 1400 kg Estimated top speed 175 mph Models built 483	From a private collection

The Bora was Maserati's first rear-engined production sports car with body designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro, who succeeded in preserving Maserati's traditional elegance in his innovative design of this superfast sports car.

TIPO MERAK Years of production: 1972-1982 Rear mounted V6-cyl @ 90° 2965.4 cc engine 4OHC with two valves per cylinder Bore 91.6mm and stroke 75mm Compression ratio 8.75:1 Power output 190 bhp @ 6000 rpm Induction system by No 3 Weber 42 DCNF carburettors Nett weight 1320 kg Estimated top speed 175 mph Models built 1691	From a private collection

New owners Citroen, who took over Maserati in 1968, commissioned chief engineer Giulio Alfieri to design a new 2.7-litre V6 engine for their new Citroen SM. In 1972 this engine, enlarged to 3 litres was used to power the new Merak. The smaller 'sister' to the Bora the car was later made with a 2-litre engine for the home market.
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