The Maserati Classiche documentation on file confirms that this particular car was completed on the 15th March 1969 and despatched to Rome in Italy. It was fitted with Maserati’s 4719cc engine, a 5-speed manual gearbox and Campagnolo cast wheels. The car was finished in the most stunning colour combination of ‘blue pervinca’ (periwinkle blue – Salchi code 106A55) with a white interior (Connolly code PAC.1544).

The original Italian “Carta di Circolazione per Autovettura” (vehicle registration card) tells us the car was delivered new to Giovanni Buitoni from Rome on 31st May 1969. The vehicle registration card also tells us the car passed through a few owners in Italy before it was sold to John Louis Mozzone in May 1973. The recently married Mr Mozzone was from East Bentleigh (Melbourne) in Victoria and he and his wife were on their honeymoon when he saw the car for sale in Rome. He purchased the car and he and his wife took it on a three month trip through the UK and Europe, taking it as far as Loch Ness in Scotland. They subsequently brought the car into Australia.

There is a copy of the Melbourne Harbour Trust Commissioners Port of Melbourne wharfage document on file, dated 9th September 1973, which confirms the car was imported by Mr. Mozzone. The car was loaded at the port of Genoa in Italy and it arrived into Melbourne aboard the ‘Fresenburg’.

Upon arrival in Australia the car was converted to right-hand drive as back in those days you were not allowed to drive a left-hand drive car on the road in Australia. The car was subsequently registered in Victoria as LTE 186. Mr Mozzone kept the car for the next 10 years or so. At the end of his ownership the car was repainted yellow. Unfortunately, the car then developed a mechanical problem and Mr Mozzone could not afford the repairs so he sold the car.

This Maserati Ghibli was then acquired by two well-known classic car enthusiasts who repaired the car and on sold it. The car subsequently passed through two owners, the second being Michael Duigan who acquired it in the early 1990’s. Duigan was a long term owner of the car before it was sold at a Shannons Sydney auction in January 2007 to a Melbourne based orthopaedic surgeon and well known car enthusiast and collector.

At that time the car was in need of some work and its new owner sent it to respected Melbourne based classic Maserati specialist Mario Lombardi. Over the next six months a considerable sum of money was spent mechanically freshening up the car. There is an excellent history file with extensive receipts for work done over the years confirming that this car has been meticulously maintained and improved throughout its life. The most significant work undertaken was an engine rebuild in 2007 and a new clutch was fitted in June 2021. More recently, the car has been repainted in its STUNNING original colour of ‘blue pervinca’ (periwinkle blue) by GT Motors in Bowen Hills (Brisbane).

For Sale at Oldtimer Australia here

Belonged to French Movie star Jean Paul Belmondo. For sale in Netherlands 2012.
At 72,000kms it underwent a complete conversion into a “Ghibli Spyder” by GIORDANENGO (AUTORESTAURO – BOVES – Italy), which was completed in late 2009.

Every item of work has been carried out to the highest possible standard, probably better than an original, using only original MASERATI parts, including:
– Complete disassembling, vermiculage and sanding of the bodywork, including the necessary reinforcement work to the body.
– Finished in original MASERATI polylustre paint (Oro chiaro metallizzato).
– New windscreen, windows, hood frame, new electrical wiring loom, new tyres, new battery.
– The engine has undergone a complete rebuild at 62,000 kms; with new pistons and piston rings, con-rod bearings, timing chains, clutch, starter and alternator.
– All mechanical and ancilliary components checked and replaced where necessary, new cooling fans, new stainless steel exhaust system, major service with complete overhaul of the Weber carburettors.
– Interior re-upholstered in green leather; seats, trim and dashboard, with new all-wool carpets by FERRARESI (FERRARA – Italy). New hood to original MASERATI specification
Recorded on Thepenier register

Sold 2013

Light blue / black interior, barnfind in Naples unused since 1974, now under restoration.
Car confirmed in 2017

For sale at Gullwing Motors here

Artcurial “For sale in our forthcoming auction in Paris, on 17 June 2019:

French title
Chassis n°AM115 950
Engine n° AM115 950

– Fantastic restoration project
– In the same family ownership since almost 30 years
– French car with original engine

This Maserati Ghibli is a rare and exciting restoration project. Our example was sold new in France, delivered to Mr Lauvergnat by the French marque distributor, Thepenier. Built in February 1969, the 4.7-litre car was registered on the 13th of the following month, presented in ” Celeste Chiaro ” with black leather interior, the livery it retains today. In the same family ownership for the last 28 years, this Maserati has not run for many years. There is a record in the file of some mechanical work carried out at the start of the 2000s and a bodywork restoration, which was not carried out in accordance with the rules of the art, was probably undertaken during the 1980s. Offered in sound and complete condition overall, our Ghibli now requires a thorough restoration to return it to its former glory. It may be possible to conserve the original upholstery, its appealing patina offering a glimpse into the soul of the car. It is important to note that it retains its original engine number. The Ghibli is a particularly desirable car and it is very rare to come across such an example suitable for restoration. Here is a fantastic opportunity to revive a legendary automobile that in its day was a rival to the Daytona and the Miura.

Photos © Kevin Van Campenhout

Auction estimate: €70 000 / 100 000″

Matching numbers, Celeste Chiaro with black leather, Pace Car of the 69\’ formula 2 PAU Grand Prix, Delivery : March 69 (476 W 64) 1st registration : April,10th,1969 . recorded Sept 2015

This is a special order for the first owner with no rear seat and a full power engine (5000 and special camshaft).
The car is in original condition, matching numbers, original paint, original leather, without any modification !
The engine is actually totally refurbished.

Confirmed no longer in existence

Spider conversion

For Sale Feb 2017

For Sale at Gullwing Motorcars Jan 2019

” This Maserati Ghibli 4.7 Coupe is an excellent matching numbers example with absolutely no rust. Red with black leather interior. Just out of 20 year ownership, this Ghibli has been sitting for the last 10 years and is not currently running but the motor turns freely. Cosmetically presentable with a very straight and solid body. The previous owner had the car imported from South Africa to Arizona where it’s been ever since. It is now ready to be serviced and recommissioned with little effort. An exciting opportunity to own a Ghibli at a bargain price.
• Matching Numbers
• Absolutely Rust Free
• Out of 20 Year Ownership
Price: $167,500 ”

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This 1969 Maserati Ghibli is a wonderfully original matching numbers example and the ideal California car for straightforward restoration. Burgundy with cream interior, it’s been a California car all its life and comes out of 40 year ownership. This may be the last unrestored Ghibli in existence. All original and with 69k original miles. Absolutely honest with original floors that are free of rust or rust repair. Rare factory air conditioning. Don’t miss the opportunity to be the first to restore this long-lost and recently discovery Maserati Ghibli.
Life-long California car
Matching numbers
Out of 40 year ownership with 69k original miles
Extremely honest and original car to restore
Rare factory air conditioning
Solid original floors

4.7 Spider conversion by Campana. Sold 2014. Video of the car
Now for sale The Gallery Brummen

Recorded 2015. This example has an original 80,032 Km (49,478 miles). Purchased new by a Doctor in the mild climate of Italy….. bought by the second owner and shipped to San Diego California in 1979. A now retired engineer I bought this car directly from him. It is equipped with the 4.7 engine, ZF 5 Speed manual transmission and Air Conditioning. I have the Maserati “Certificate Of Origin” on hand… Ordered 7/10/1968, built February 1969. Original matching numbers engine and transmission. The color is “Verde Acqua” with “Cinghiale” leather interior.
This example has always been garaged and well cared for, and shows it throughout. A very nice survivor that I have recently restored only where needed. It was to nice and original to do anything more extensive…. It retains all its factory interior with the exception of the recovered front seats to factory specs in matching leather. Repainted for the first time in it’s original color, a tough decision but unfortunately the original paint was beyond saving. Always rust free, no crashes… it was stripped to bare metal with all glass removed. New rubber seals replaced throughout. Re-chromed trim where necessary. The result is stunning and looks factory fresh. Major mechanical service including brakes, rebuilt carburetors, A/C, new stainless steel exhaust and more

Here’s a description and more photos

Engine fitted to car at Auction here [ AM115.1402 ]

Recorded 2016

Restoration being undertaken. Manufactured in March 1969 for a Mr Michael S Binns who ordered it through Maserati Concessionaires London. Interior colour was white connolly leather, exterior paint Verdi Bosco (wood green). There is a massive gap in its history from when Mr Binns sold it to 1980 which I understand is when DVLA computerised their records, details I have are:
Mr Keith Alan of Birmingham Jan 1980 – still Green!
Mr John Britton of Sparkhill, January 1980 to July 1986
Olton Business Services of Alton March 1983 – Now Red
Mr Andreas Ove Ugland of Egham, July 1986 to October 1994
Mr John Bernard Ugland of Egham, October 1994 to April 2003

One of the best threads on the internet on this cars restoration

Was in Sweden 1977. For Sale The Gallery Brummen
This is an “early” series Maserati Ghibli 4.7 Coupe of the year 1969. So still with the old type steering wheel and the tumble switches in the dashboard. Original European version with only 105000 km from new! Exceptional good example with beautiful original red leather interior and wonderful patina. Bodywork very solid, straight, and with perfect panel fits. Technically very well in order, therefore also great driving and working. AC, power steering and tinted glass. Features her original and so “Matching Numbers” engine. Carried out with a perfectly working automatic gearbox, very rare!

Here’s the car on the gallery’s website

The first official car (#1001) was in 1998 with John Ferro in CT/USA
We are proud to announce that this striking 1968 Maserati Ghibli 4.7 Spyder Prototype will take taking center stage when RM makes its triumphant return to California, August 14-15 2015, for our flagship Monterey auction.
Arguably the most significant Maserati Ghibli Spyder in existence, RM Sotheby’s will offer chassis AM115/S 1001 at its Pebble Beach auction on 14-15 August, the first example of this late 1960s convertible ever shown to the public. Featuring styling by Ghia and offered in its original ‘Giallo’ yellow, with contrasting ‘Testa di Moro’ brown interior, the prototype model also carries numerous subtle differences from the later production model, including a longer boot lid and slight recesses in the door panels.
Meeting its first owner in Italy in 1969, the Spyder was imported to the United States in 1975. In 1986, showing 41,000 miles on the clock, it was ‘properly stored’ for nearly 30 years before being bought by its current owner, who arranged for a slight re-commissioning in order to bring chassis 1001 back to life.

Here’s the auction description