Desirable third series Spyder with Gandhini-facelifted styling, 2.8-litre 'Export' engine and Ranger limited-slip differential
Owned for over twelve years and dry stored off the road from October to April each year
Major service completed last year, including timing belt, water pump and clutch hydraulics replacement
Recent MOT passed with no advisories
Limited use, primarily during summer months for European trips
The Appeal
Before the Biturbo Spyder, it had been three decades since Maserati had worked with Carrozzeria Zagato. Never one to shy away from bold designs, Zagato radically reworked the Biturbo, shortening the wheelbase by 114 mm to make a rakish two-seater roadster.
The Spyder remains among the most well-regarded and sought after of the the whole Biturbo lineage. Just 3,076 were ever made and we're delighted to offer one of the last UK market right-hand drive examples.
As a post-Gandhini facelift Series III, this Spyder benefits from updated styling, the 2.8-litre 'Export' engine and a limited-slip differential. The vendor has owned it for over twelve years, enjoying the car sparingly and exclusively during the Spring/Summer months in order to preserve its condition. it's highly original throughout and is lightly patinated, making a very good candidate for enjoying out on the open road as Maserati originally intended.
A significant service last year ensures it's ready for the road, while an advisory-free current MOT until July 2025 adds reassurance that this is a very healthy example.
History and Paperwork
Originally registered in the Channel Islands (1995), then mainland the UK in 1998
Three former registered keepers
Recent MOT valid until 15th July 2025
Original manuals included
Owned by the current owner for over twelve years
Limited use to summer dry months and a few trips around Europe
Garaged and kept off the road between October and April each year
Two sets of keys available
private registration "SPY 2X" included
The Condition
Original and well-preserved inside and out
Soft top refurbished 10 years ago and in good order
The underside of the vehicle is generally good with few signs of corrosion
Nearside front wing has paint blistering on the leading edge near the headlights
Both front wings have a small amount of paint blistering on the lower trailing part
Remainder of the bodywork is blemish-free
Black external door trim cappings have some paint blistering immediately below the door mirrors
Interior finished in black leather with grey alcantara
Wooden veneer intact but centre console piece would benefit from re-lacquering
Dials work but speedometer has a typical Maserati fault of erratic readout (brand new speedometer available with the car)
Nearside power window is "lazy" when rising and requires a little manual assistance
Carpets in good order for their age but small hole in the carpet on the rear bulkhead from a mouse during storage
Paintwork in very good condition with few chips and blemishes; only bubbling near the nearside headlights and trailing lower edge of the front wings
Fitted with a Clifford alarm and immobiliser
The Mechanics
2.8-litre twin-turbo V6
Five-speed manual gearbox
Major service completed last year, including timing belt, tensioner, water pump, and clutch hydraulics renewal
New battery fitted last year
The vendor states the sound of the engine and taught handling make the car fun and rewarding to drive
Front suspension raised slightly by replacing the front upper strut mountings to increase front-end clearance
No advisories recorded during the recent MOT test
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