Matching Numbers with Original Lucas Injection System. General: In total there were only 828 Mistral Coupes produced from 1963 -1970 making this 60’s GT rarer than most of its’ contemporaries. Arguably it is considered one of Pietro Frua’s most elegant and sporty designs and was powered by a road version of the legendary Maserati GP racing engine. This vehicle was built as a 2-seater allowing for copious amounts of passenger comfort and luggage space. Intended as a true Gran Turismo capable of comfortable high speed touring across continents. Tech Specs: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maserati_Mistral. At its current appreciation the Mistral continues to display an opportunity for a wise investment. As other comparables reach stratospheric values the Mistral will continue to show excellent growth. Vehicle Specifics: One of only 189 of the more powerful and desirable 4.0-liter engine option, Aluminum Borranis with Stainless Spokes, Full Tool Roll & Jack w/Covers, Power Windows, Becker Mexico AM/FM Cassette with Wonderbar Feature. Vehicle History: The vehicle presented here underwent a complete rotisserie restoration in 1997 (pictures are available) and has been sympathetically used and maintained since. It was most recently invited to and participated in the 2016 Canadian Concours D’Elegance. Recent Work: 2012 – Pirelli P4000’s, 2013 – Borranis completely refurbished and upgraded to Stainless Spokes, 2014 - Uprated: Lucas Fuel Injection (Utilizing Bosch & Kinsler Engineering Components)... Increased Performance, Starts Hot/Cold on first turn, No fuel starvation on turns, Great Fuel Mileage... This work has been done discreetly, wherein all components are hidden from view. 2015 - A Complete Strip & Repaint (Base /Clear) with a Complete Cut and Polish to Show Finish, 2015 - New Weather strips, (Both Doors & Tailgate) 2016 - Misc. Chrome-work, (Any pieces judged less than 2+ were redone) 2016 - Ansa NOS Performance Exhaust, (Original exhaust kept) 2016 - New Clutch Assembly (Reground, Matched & Balanced Flywheel). The Driving Experience: Mistrals are equally happy being lugged around the city, the long stroke 6 with 290 lb-ft of torque assures strong reserves of acceleration in any gear. While the rear, semi-elliptic, suspension and rigid Salisbury axle are not earth shattering technology when combined with large front and rear anti-roll bars the vehicle handling is competent and the ride exceptionally supple. Large Dual Cross-Circuit Front & Rear Girling Disc Brakes make for confident braking under all circumstances. The Steering is standard recirculating ball but is easy to negotiate at slow speeds and arrow straight at triple-digits. Summation: I have been the custodian of this fine automobile for almost 20 years and it has been my sincere pleasure but it is finally time to move it along to someone who will appreciate it as much as I have. I may entertain interesting trades. I do have additional information that I am happy to share with seriously interested parties. View the car in the YouTube video https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=YpiYGithd0Y at 3:57-4:16
