The more one understands the roots that tie into an auto manufacturers history, the more you appreciate that car. My respect for Giorgetto Giugiaro and his contribution to automobile design has grown tremendously as I study and learn not only the cars he designed but many other items as well. Giugiaro had his hand in some of the most beautiful and exotic cars ever produced. From the Bizzarini 5300 GT to this Maserati Ghibli Convertible his designs are breathtaking really.

The Maserati Ghibli was produced from 1966 to 1973. The Ghibli Coupes, eye-catching in their own right, are quite rare with only 1149 being produced. However the convertible is extremely rare. Fewer than 150 “spyders” or convertible are said to have been produced.

The standard Ghibli was offered with a 4719CC engine boasting 330HP while the Ghibli SS offered  4930CC at 350HP. Certainly enough power to move the shapely car down the road. The Four Cam 330HP engine was able to move the car 0-60MPH  in 6.8 seconds with a top speed of 154MPH.

The interior is nicely appointed with leather seating, dash and gauge layout is very considerate and ergonomic to the driver. The engine power is transmitted either through a 5 speed manual gear box shown here or an automatic transmission.

With the Florida sun setting and the palms reaching toward the blue sky, this Ghibli was really showing itself well. Whether it’s the coupe or a Spyder. The Ghibli is certainly a beautiful car with Giugiaro’s signature design written all over it.

I hope you enjoy the photo’s and as always,

Happy Motoring~

Tags | Convertible, Ferrari, Ghibli, Maserati, Spyder, SS, Vintage, What's it worth