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111 of 158 lots
Lot 111
1959 Maserati 3500 GT
Estimate:
$250,000 - $300,000
Sold for
$200,000
Live Auction
Pebble Beach Auctions 2022
Description
Coachwork by Touring

Chassis: AM101.600
Engine: AM101.600

Served as Jean Thépenier's Demonstrator During the 1959 Paris Motor Show
Retained by Its Original French Owner Until 1975
Beautifully Restored by Italian Marque Specialists Franco Tralli and Carrozzeria Franchini
Ideal Combination of Carbureted Engine, Front Disc Brakes, and Upgraded Five-Speed Gearbox
Offered with Impressive Documentation File Including Factory Records

3,485 CC DOHC Inline 6-Cylinder Engine
Three Weber 42 DCOE Twin-Choke Carburetors
220 BHP at 5,500 RPM
5-Speed ZF Manual Gearbox
Front Disc, Rear Drum Brakes
Front Independent Suspension with Coil Springs
Rear Live Axle with Semi-Elliptical Leaf Springs

First introduced in 1957, following one of Maserati's most successful racing seasons, the 3500 GT was the Modenese firm's first mass-produced model, the success of which solidified its future as a manufacturer of road vehicles. Drawing heavily on Maserati's competition experience, the 3500 GT employed a rigid, tubular chassis, and a twin-cam, three-carb inline six-cylinder engine derived from the 350 S racing car. According to records supplied by Maserati Classiche, this 1959 Maserati 3500 GT was originally finished in Grigio Topo (Mouse Grey) over a white interior, and delivered new to French concessionaire Jean Th̩penier for use as a demonstrator during the 1959 Paris Motor Show. There it was purchased by its first owner, M. Galada of Cannes, France, who retained it until 1975. The second owner fitted an upgraded five-speed ZF gearbox, and the Maserati changed hands two more times, before being acquired by another French owner, who retained it for 27 years. During his ownership, the 3500 GT was the subject of a mechanical restoration overseen by Maserati specialist Franco Tralli. At the same time, it was repainted by Carrozzeria Franchini of Modena in the attractive current color scheme of gray with a contrasting dark blue top and matching midnight blue interior.

With a well-documented provenance, Paris Motor Show association, and restoration by a noted marque specialist, this 3500 GT stands out among Maserati's landmark production models.

*Please note that this vehicle is titled as 101600.