Chassis number ‘AM.115.1214’, was purchased by the vendor’s father circa 1974 when it was registered ‘FUD 270J’. The personalised plate ‘193 MPH’ was added soon after and the car kept barn-stored from the mid-1980s onwards. Presented in unrestored condition, the Maserati was MoT’d in 2023 but has not been driven on the road and may well require additional recommissioning before further use. Our vendor describes the Ghibli as in good order mechanically, with bodywork good for its age and paintwork, interior and electrics as ‘moderate’. Accompanying documentation consists of some old MoTs, and old-style logbook (1987), and a current V5C Registration Certificate. Offered from long term ownership it will be rewarding to see this Ghibli back on the roads once again.Coming up for auction 2024

For sale bodyshell only April 2025

https://www.carandclassic.com/l/C1864492

Published in the French mag Retroviseur n°279 from June 2012

Recorded 2011

Black with red interior. Wire wheels with knock off hubs

In Sweden in 1990. Sold at Bonhams 2009. More photos of the car.

Coming up for auction at Artcurial 2023

Joined us for the 50th anniversary celebrations in Melbourne 2016

In 1990 was in Sweden. Now exported. Exterior red. Info MA

This Ghibli Spyder, chassis number 1223, is recorded to have been manufactured in December 1970, according to
the accompanying Certificate of Origin by Maserati Classiche, issued in March 2021. The car was originally
finished in Rosso Fuoco over a Black Connolly leather interior, matched by the black convertible top. The
Chassis No. AM115/S 1223
Engine No. AM115/S 1223
Body No. 10393
Matching-numbers body, chassis and engine verified by Certificate of Origin issued by Maserati Classiche
in March 2021

Beneficiary of a bare-metal respray by Italian marque specialists at Il Bottegone
Desirable open-top Spyder version of the first-generation Ghibli, built with a 4.7-litre V-8 engine and
manual five-speed ZF gearbox
Finished in attractive Rosso Fuoco over a Black Connolly leather interior, complemented by a black
convertible top

One of 83 4.7-litre Ghibli Spyders constructed
1970 Maserati Ghibli 4.7 Spyder Stephan Bauer ©2021 Courtesy of RM
Sotheby’s
attractive specification was completed by bolt-on Borrani-forged wire wheels and a wood-rim steering wheel.
Under the bonnet, the Maserati was built with a 4.7-litre V-8 engine paired with a five-speed manual ZF gearbox,
while manoeuvrability is made easier with power steering by ZF. The car retains this specification today.
Delivered new to Baker Motors Inc. in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.A., it is thought that the Ghibli Spyder was imported
to Sweden when it returned to Europe some years later, though this date is unknown. Subsequently, the Maserati
was acquired by the Hirschberg family—of Bavarian nobility as prominent landowners in Germany—in 1999. Upon
the passing of one of the Hirschberg family members, the car was acquired by its current vendor.
The Maserati is offered with photos that reveal the process of a bare-metal respray, keeping the car in a fetching
shade of red, understood to have been carried out in 2021 by the father-son pairing of Roberto and Federico
Negri at Il Bottegone, a workshop based in Clusone, Lombardy, specialising in Italian marques. Other
documentation provided by Maserati Classiche verifies this car’s matching-numbers body, chassis and engine;
while further paperwork includes copies of documents issued by Maserati in 1970, such as the original build sheet
and shipping notice. A spare wheel is included, while the four fitted wheels are equipped with Michelin X radial
tyres. This fine example of a Ghibli Spyder is sure to appeal to enthusiasts of Maserati and all Italian roadsters in
equal measure

Coming up for auction Feb 2022 here

S/n 1227. Ghibli Spyder. USA model. 1970 build date. 1970 USA model. 5-speed, P/S, 4.7 litre, bolt on wires.
1970, sold new by Baker Motor Company, Atlanta, Georgia.
1980s, from Joe Marchetti to Ed Waterman, purchased in a package of cars with a 212 Export, a Lamborghini Miura SV, a New Uracco and a few others.
1984 “ish”, Ed Moved to Florida, and sold it.
1990, 01 Nov., owned by David Ohanian, Canada.
1992, the featured car on the Maserati International Club poster.
1997, March, offered by Martin Godbey.
1998, with George Druyea to Phil Deppenschmidt, Ohio.
Then sold to Gene Ponder, Texas.
2000, 03 Aug., as per e-mail from Wolf Zweiffler: red/black, 5-speed.
2005, June, offered on eBay. Red/red interior with black inserts.
2008, August, at the Russo and Steele auction, Monterey.
“The exceptional red Spider offered here was built late in 1970 and was first sold in Atlanta, GA by Baker Motor Cars. Later owned by superstar car collector Gene Ponder, this was the car featured on the 1992 Maserati International Club poster. Correctly and comprehensively restored in brilliant red with a black leather interior and cloth top, it sits on four authentic Borrani wire wheels and is absolutely ready mechanically as it is cosmetically to take its new owner wherever he or she desire.”
2008, August, sold to a Connecticut-based Hedge fund manager and stored at Red-Line restorations.
2011, December, sold to a collector in Jacksonville, Florida.
2014, 27 Jan., inspected and photoed in Jacksonville, Florida.
2014, September, on consignment with Mike Sheehan’s www.Ferraris-online.com

Up for sale 2015

Sold RM auctions 2011. Earls Court Motorshow car.

Here it is on Kidston’s Website
We believe that this is probably the finest Maserati Ghibli Spyder in existence. Having owned and restored the example which holds the current auction record for the model (Gooding & Co. Scottsdale auction, 20-21st January 2012, sold for $880,000) we can compare that benchmark example with this car, which was restored by many of the same craftsmen but with more time at their disposal and benefitting from the technological advances made over the past five years such as stripping using water rather than sand.
We have known and coveted this rare right-hand drive Ghibli SS Spyder for a long time, having organised its sale at auction in July 1996 and followed it ever since. Why is this Ghibli SS Spyder so special? First of all, rarity: almost the same number of Ghibli Spyders were built as Daytona Spyders, but very few Ghibli SS Spyders were built to European specification, without the ugly add-ons required by US safety and emissions authorities, and this car is the rarest of the rare as a right-hand drive manual SS Spyder (one of four). Secondly, its provenance: this Spyder was built for the London Motor Show display in an unusual livery intended to catch the public’s imagination. A small detail known to few buyers, late Ghibli Spyders such as this car have a more attractive central dash layout, with chrome bezels surrounding rocker switches rather than plainer lever controls. Thirdly, the car is very well documented, thanks to careful previous owners who kept good paperwork, diligent research and factory assistance. The period letters make fascinating reading, accompanied by build sheets, order correspondence, factory certificate of origin and old magazine articles. Finally, and most importantly, the depth and quality of the restoration by the best craftsmen in the business is second to none. Each has major international concours credits to his name (Villa d’Este and Pebble Beach), and they were given a free hand on this car.
The extent of the project is too detailed to list here, but this was not a commercial restoration: it was a ‘ground up’ rebuild to cover every single aspect of the car, supervised by Carrozzeria Cremonini with close follow up in person and nothing compromised, no corner cut and no expense spared to return the car to its 1970 London Motor Show appearance and function. The car was stripped by pressurized water to the bare chassis, re-jigged and rebuilt with fanatical attention to detail, down to the tiny Campagnolo stickers on the alloy wheels. All the body panels are numbered and original. Carrozzeria Cremonini’s hours alone totaled 1,379.
The engine and gearbox were completely rebuilt by ex-Maserati race mechanic Giuseppe Candini, as were back axle, suspension, exhaust, brakes and steering. The original pistons, quieter and better quality than modern reproductions, were found to be in excellent condition and therefore saved. The engine was dyno tested and fine tuned upon completion. All running gear is ‘as new’. Total hours spent: circa 600.
The electrics were completely renewed by Modenese expert William Gatti and all instruments and switchgear restored. An Autovox radio of the original type was sourced, restored and fitted. Total hours spent: 368.
Interior leather of the correct texture and colour, very hard to find now that Connolly is no longer in business, was sourced and used in the cabin retrim. The hood is new and all carpets too. The rare, patterned boot lid lining is original. Specialists Maieli of Mantova, whose credits include cars from the Bookout Maserati collection, performed a beautiful job. Total hours spent: 320.
All bills are available (try to find another car restored in Italy about which that can be said!) plus professional photographs showing every step of the rebuild. A substantial leather bound history and restoration file accompanies the car, which is English registered and freshly MoT tested. There is also a tool kit and workshop manual.
Since completion of this work in October 2012 this exceptional Maserati Ghibli SS Spyder has been test driven in varying conditions by Giuseppe Candini and is now ready for next summer- and many more- in a collection where only the very best is good enough.

Last seen 2008 in the US when it was sold to a new owner

Here’s a link to the car, on sale 2011.

Estimated : € 700.000 – 800.000

Sold for € 708.125

RM Sotheby’s Paris France
February 2018

Chassis no. AM115/S 1233 is one of the very desirable 125 factory-built spyders. According to information obtained from the Maserati factory, it was manufactured in December 1970 with the 4.7-litre engine, and it was originally finished in Verde Gemma over a white leather interior. It was delivered new to the U.S. before becoming part of an extensive private European collection.
The car has recently been refinished in black, but an inspection shows great authenticity throughout, particularly in the original, correctly coded Borrani chrome wire wheels, which are shod in Michelin 225/70 VR 15 tyres and include a matching spare in the boot. The chrome and Sekurit glass found throughout appear original, with only gentle use, and although it appears to be reupholstered, the boot presents nicely.
The interior is believed to be wholly original, with consistent, gentle wear from use to all surfaces, but it displays a very nice dashboard and seats and is equipped with a Becker Mexico radio with its correct manuals and documents. Whilst the factory information lists the car as originally delivered with an automatic transmission, a five-speed manual gearbox is presently installed, marking a desirable upgrade for sporty driving in true Maserati fashion.

This car is be offered at auction at RM Auctions’ Paris event, February 4, 2015. To view this car and others currently consigned to this auction, please visit the RM website

Here’s the latest details and notice the car’s now black

And here

Chassis AM 115 S 1235 has been delivered new in USA in White with black leather.
Car spent most of his life in USA and sold through Fantasy Junction in Germany beginning of 2000 to german customer.
Fantasy Junction description here
Then we sold this car to current owner in 2009 and he decided to make an overhaul restauration with Quality cars well know coach builders in Italy.
Car received this fantastic original maserati colour Blue Pervinca with magnolia Leather;

Sold as project car in 2009
Genuine numbers matching Ghibli SS spyder. Car was complete but all apart and in need of a total restoration. Now fully restored in Celeste Chiaro and was shown at Concorso Italiano 2014

It was originally delivered through Grossman Motor Corp, Nyack, New York in 1971.
There appear to be two cars claiming this same chassis number
The green Artcurial car was pulled from auction under unclear circumstances….

It was offered at Artcurial at Retromobile 6th Feb 2015

Here’s a story about the fake 1241. Please note that the real car chassis AM115.S.49.1241 does exist and is not under any doubt .

Adam Levine sues classic car dealer, alleging his 1971 Maserati isn’t the real deal

Singer Adam Levine says his 1971 Maserati is not the 1971 Maserati he thought he was getting when he traded two classic Ferraris for it in late 2020. Now he is suing to undo the $950,000 deal — or get paid enough damages to make it right.
The lawsuit, filed Friday in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California by the Adam Levine Living Trust, alleges that classic car dealer Rick Cole or his agents faked documentation and chassis and engine authentication marks on what was represented as one of only 25 or so 1971 Maserati Ghibli 4.9 Liter Spyders ever manufactured.
“Cole purported to have found an authentic Maserati Ghibli 4.9 Liter Spyder that he described as being ‘as good’ as an authentic Maserati Ghibli 4.9 Liter Spyder with a clear and indisputable identity that a representative of the Trust had seen and drove in Monterey a year or so earlier, and which was valued at over $1 million,” the lawsuit says.

The Maserati, referred to as “the 1241,” was represented by Cole as having the vehicle identification number AM115.492.1241, the lawsuit says. Also mentioned is “the Real 1241,” the actual car given that VIN, which according to the lawsuit was actually sold several years ago to British luxury car collector Clive Joy and “has been in Switzerland ever since as part of Clive Joy’s collection, under the care of legendary race car driver Christian Trabe.”
Levine, a.k.a. “the Trust,” is “not in the classic car business at all,” the document says, and trusted Cole when he said the car was authentic, only to find out later that the 1241 was pulled from auction in 2015 after questions arose about its provenance.
Further, the lawsuit alleges that numbers stamped on the chassis and engine showed evidence that they were after-market additions to the car. Fonts and styles of imprints were not what was used by Maserati at the time those vehicles were made, the document asserts.

“Someone tried to make the Vehicle appear authentic by reproducing or stamping a new chassis plate to make the writing seem more like that used by Maserati at the time, in an obvious attempt to convince a potential buyer that the Vehicle was the #1241,” the document says. “Upon information and belief, it was Cole and/or his agents who made these changes.”
Also, the lawsuit says, Cole presented documentation signed by Maserati expert Fabio Collina as to the authenticity of the car. However, that paperwork was apparently for the Real 1241, not the car that was traded.
Cole allegedly repeatedly discouraged the Levine trust from selling the car, the lawsuit says, because he “obviously feared that if the Trust marketed the Vehicle, it would eventually learn the truth concerning its lack of authenticity and corresponding decrease in market value.”
“The identity of the Vehicle is, at the very least, in serious doubt,” the lawsuit says. “It is not the Real #1241. It may be an original Ghibli Spyder in which … someone got a hold of the engine and then stamped the Vehicle to try to match the engine. Or, it could just be a converted Ghibli Coupe, in which the original chassis plate was removed and replaced with plate number AM11549S*1241* in an attempt to make the Vehicle more attractive.
“But either way, the Vehicle is not authentic, has no identity and/or has a very questionable identity, which seriously undermines its value.”
Attorneys for former “The Voice” coach Levine did not immediately reply Wednesday to a request for comment.

Jan. 30, 2023

This car was purchased new by Randolph John Townsend of Incline Village, Nevada on November 2, 1971. The car was then sold to Erwin Ferer in the 1970?s who owned the car for 14 years. It was then sold to Francis G. Mandarano of Seattle, Washington in the 1980?s. Mr. Mandarano then sold the car in 1987 to Marv Tonkin of LaJolla, California. In 1996 the car was restored and painted yellow. 2000 ? 2007 the car was owned by Paul Hallingby of Connecticut. The car was then owned by Alan Ritchie of Florida in 2008, who sold the car to Don Williams in Danville, California. He sold the car in 2009

As confirmed by Maserati Classiche, of the 45 Ghibli SS 4.9 Spyders built, chassis no. 1251 is one of only four Ghibli SS 4.9 Spyders built to right-hand-drive specifications. Built in February 1972, the Ghibli was finished in Bianco Polo paintwork and trimmed with an interior of blue Connolly leather and fitted with Campagnolo wheels. The car was shipped to Slough, Great Britain, and distributed to Citroen UK London, where it was sold to its first owner, Sheik Hamad bin Ahmad bin Ali Al-Thani, a member of the ruling family of Qatar.
As confirmed by a copy of its Qatari registration printed mostly in Arabic, the Ghibli was registered in July 1972 to the sheik’s Doha address. In late 1979, the Maserati was dispatched to Modena for an authentic restoration to factory standards and following completion of the refurbishment, the car was sold in 1984 to Jean-Claude Caveng, a resident of Switzerland who imported the car to the UK in March 1986.
Later in 1986, the Spyder passed to an intermediary dealership, and the car then received substantial attention from Maserati expert Bill McGrath, who dialled in the mechanical elements and ancillary systems, and installed bolt-on Borrani wire wheels. Around this time, chassis no. 1251 was the subject of a cover feature for the September 1986 issue of Classic and Sportscar magazine, in which the Ghibli Spyder was favourably compared to a Ferrari Daytona Spyder.
In September 1987, the Ghibli was purchased by Vincent Isaacs of Middlesex. He continued to retain McGrath’s to service and maintain the car as needed for the first few years of his ownership, as demonstrated by a thick stack of invoices. In 1993, Isaacs opted for a full cosmetic restoration, entrusting Moto Technique of Surrey to correct some coachwork issues which included repairs to metal work in the front and rear wings. Moto Technique also refinished the car in dark blue, and trimmed the interior in ivory leather.
In February 2004, the Maserati was sold to the consignor, a marque collector residing in Brisbane, Australia, via Terry Healy of Oldtimer Australia, and the car was exported to Australia shortly thereafter. After enjoying the Spyder for several years, it was decided that the car would undergo a concours-level restoration, for which he shipped the car back to McGrath Maserati in April 2012. Recently completed in time for its current offering, the no-expense-spared restoration included a bare-metal refinish in the original colour scheme of Polo Bianco paint over blue leather. Furthermore, the car has now been formally exported from Australia and reregistered in the UK.
This superlative SS Spyder is very well documented, including several decades worth of invoices, registrations, former owners’ correspondence and a build record from Maserati Classiche. Offering stylish and powerful cruising as well and concours potential at numerous events, chassis no. 1251 would make a superb addition to any collection of Italian sporting machines or open touring sports cars and is without doubt one of the most interesting Ghibli SS 4.9 Spyders offered for sale in recent memory.

Details submitted 2014

Extraordinarily rare 4.9L model, mechanical gearbox, European specification

Swedish title
Châssis n° AM115/S49/*1255*
Moteur n° AM1157S49/*1255*

– Same owner since 1987
– Original engine
– Delivered new in Italy
– Extraordinarily rare in this 4.9L version, mechanical gearbox, European specification (around 15 produced).

According to its “Avviso di spedizione”, this car was delivered on 18 May 1970 to the Turin Maserati dealership, Concessonario Walter Bordese, 11 Piazza Adriana. Dark blue with mustard leather upholstery, it was equipped with a hard-top, power steering, radio, tool kit and five standard Ghibli wheels.
Its history can be traced back to the 1980s, in the “Foglio Complementari” issued by the ACI, which lists a certain Flavia Arrigoni, a resident of Milan, as the registered owner.
The documentation accompanying the car also includes a document, dated September 1986, in which Signor D. Pace, who lived in Milan and died in 1985, bequeathed the car to his wife Flavia Arrigoni. She in turn passed on ownership of the Ghibli to her three children. They sold the Ghibli in early 1987 to Mr A. Morelli of Empoli, who in turn sold it to our vendor, a Swedish Maserati collector, who came to Modena to collect it in September 1987.
At that time, the Ghibli was already in metallic grey with a mustard interior, and it no longer had its hard top. Our collector, who travelled tens of thousands of kilometres in Maseratis, returned to Sweden by road. Having encountered engine problems during the journey, he then had the entire engine rebuilt.
Over the years, he has taken part in many international Maserati club meetings, as he was president of the Maserati club in Sweden, both with this car and with other models in his collection. During a trip with his wife in the 1990s, he veered off the road, fortunately without serious consequences for the couple. He kept the car as it was, thinking that he would restore it to enjoy in his retirement and leave it at his property in the south of France. It must be said that our collector felt no urgency in completing the restoration of the car on display, as he owned a second 4.9-litre Ghibli Spyder! Over the last decade, this Ghibli has been restored by a Swedish specialist in Stockholm. It has only been back on the road since last year. It is on account of his advanced years that the owner has now decided to part with this car, with the intention of keeping his Mexico to take part in select Maserati meetings.
While this is one of the most beautiful Maseratis in the brand’s history, it is also one of the rarest: only 125 Ghibli Spyders were produced, 35 of which were 4.9-litre models with manual gearboxes and around just 15 of which were 4.9-litre models with manual gearboxes and European specifications: hardly any of them ever reached the market.
As well as being incredibly rare, this model is one of the most beautiful in the brand’s history, and is an ideal way to visit the Côte d’Azur. This is an opportunity not to be missed by enthusiasts and connoisseurs alike.

Coming up for auction here