Highlights

Matching-numbers example retaining its original engine and transmission
Restoration carried out between 2021 and 2023 by a respected marque specialist
Restoration costs exceeding €350,000 but offered with a very competitive reserve
Multiple Concours d'Élégance awards achieved following restoration
Presented in its original factory colour combination, confirmed by the Maserati build sheet
Early example featuring front disc brakes

The Appeal

The 3500GT was the cornerstone in Maserati's development. Before it hit the showrooms, the house of the trident was a racing powerhouse - now, it was carving out a path as a refined, road-going marque for Grand Touring. Introduced in 1957 with elegant Superleggera coachwork by Carrozzeria Touring and powered by a race-derived 3.5-litre inline-six, it combined genuine long-distance capability with the kind of understated Italian elegance that has become a trademark of Modena. Today, it is rightly regarded as one of the finest GTs of the '60s.

This particular example, delivered new on 10 September 1960 in Chiasso, is a matching-numbers car retaining its original engine and transmission. Between 2021 and 2023, it was the subject of a thorough restoration by a respected marque specialist, with the entire process documented by a detailed photographic file.

The vendor notes that the aluminium treatment and repaint alone, along with all the chromework, exceeded €150,000. Period-correct nitro paint was used, with the paint itself costing around €10,000. Overall, it clocks up to an impressive investment of over €350,000.

The quality of the work has been recognised too, with the car achieving multiple Concours d'Élégance awards since completion. As an early 1960 example, it's a particularly desirable spec, with a handsome colour scheme and fine cabin.

TheHistory and Paperwork

Delivered new on 10 September 1960 in Chiasso
Subsequently spent a significant period in the United States before returning to Europe in the early 2010s
Carries a Greek Registration
Valid Technical Inspection accompanies the car
Original factory colour combination confirmed by the Maserati build sheet
Restoration between 2021 and 2023 documented by a detailed photographic file

The Condition

Body stripped to bare metal with all aluminium panels refinished in the original factory colour combination
Interior fully retrimmed in correct black leather with matching black carpeting
Brightwork, trim, and detailing restored or replaced using correctly sourced components
Multiple Concours d'Élégance awards achieved since completion of the restoration
Aluminium treatment and repaint alone, along with all the chromework, exceeded a cost of €150,000
Period-correct Nitro paints throughout

The handsome Carrozzeria-penned styling and impressive colour scheme make for a fine combo. This is a deeply attractive classic, in fabulous order following a full restoration. The bodywork is in fine order, the unspoilt silhouette a real thing of beauty, while the paintwork still carries a fine lustre.

The iconic Maserati branding is all present and correct, the windows all appear crystal clear, and the underside is beautifully kept, with nice clean springs and floorpans throughout.

Internally, the car is very well presented. The upholstery is clean and well-kept in period-correct black leather and carpets, with clean instruments and a very handsome dashboard. It's very evocative - a great place for driver and passenger alike.

The Mechanics

3,484 cc inline-six engine producing approximately 220 horsepower
4-speed manual gearbox
Triple Weber 42 DCOE carburettors
Aluminium engine construction with cast-iron liners
Front disc brakes with Girling components
Salisbury rear axle
Drivetrain, running gear, suspension, and braking systems restored between 2021 and 2023

With 220hp on tap, it's little wonder the 3500GT carved out an impressive reputation for Maserati's first road-going exploits. It was perfect for cruising - laid back and comfortable with a race-bred chassis and genuine grand-prix genetics at its core. It's a delicate, highly-strung piece of kit that demands respect.

Following its extensive restoration, we understand that this example is running exactly as it should, and every bit as stirring as it would have been in 1960.

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