One to Buy: Blu Scuro 1969 Maserati Ghibli Spyder
Thanks to radical new concealed headlights, the avant-garde Maserati Ghibli cut a real dash compared to its original two-seat GT rival: the more classically-styled Ferrari 275 GTB/4.
Deliveries began soon after the production-ready Ghibli Coupe made its Geneva Salon debut in March 1967. The new car featured a steel monocoque construction with double wishbone front suspension, a live axle at the rear, discs brakes all round and a dry-sumped 4.7-litre all-alloy DOHC V8 with 310bhp.
In November 1968, Maserati added an open-top Spyder to the Ghibli range. However, barely 10% of Ghibli buyers opted for the convertible version which seems inextricable today.
Of all the 125 Ghibli Spyders built in both first generation 4.7-litre and subsequent 4.9-litre SS trim, it’s difficult to believe there could be a more handsomely configured example than chassis AM.115.1055 which is currently on offer at the Schaltkulisse showroom in Munich.
Ordered in Blu Scuro Metallizzato with Marrone leather upholstery, chassis ‘1055’ was originally supplied via Maserati’s Munich agent to a customer in Rosenheim.
More recently, since acquisition by its most recent custodian in 2021, the Maserati Classiche-certified chassis ‘1055’ has been the subject of an exacting restoration by Italian marque experts to its original factory specification. The mechanical work was undertaken by Officina Molinari di Molinari Paolo & C. S.n.c., bodywork by Carrozzeria Meschiari Dario, Roberto, Giorgio S.n.c., and the interior was re-trimmed by Luppi.
Bellissimo!
Reprinted below is Schaltkulisse’s description:
Make: Maserati Ghibli Spyder 4.7
Mileage: 1.250km since restoration
Year of Manufacture: 1969
Colors: Blue Sera
Key Facts:
Matching numbers
Maserati Classiche certified
Original colors
Fully restored
The Maserati Ghibli Spyder 4.7 stands as one of the most desirable open-top grand tourers of the late 1960s and early 1970s—a masterclass in Italian design, performance, and exclusivity. Born from Maserati’s ambition to rival the very best of Ferrari and Lamborghini, the Ghibli Spyder offered not only breathtaking aesthetics but also true GT capability.
Penned by the legendary Giorgetto Giugiaro at Ghia, the Ghibli’s sharp, low-slung profile and long bonnet exude timeless elegance and raw power. The Spyder version, introduced in 1969, added an extra dimension of glamour and open-air driving pleasure, making it one of the most coveted Maseratis ever built.
At the heart of the Ghibli Spyder 4.7 lies a naturally aspirated quad-cam V8 engine—delivering refined yet forceful performance with a distinctively rich Maserati soundtrack. With its rear-wheel drive layout, well-balanced chassis, and grand touring comfort, the car offers both spirited driving and long-distance cruising capabilities.
Produced in very limited numbers, the 4.7 Spyder remains a rare jewel in Maserati’s history. Its combination of stunning design, mechanical sophistication, and exclusivity has earned it a revered status among collectors and enthusiasts worldwide.
OUR Ghibli Spyder
A rare opportunity to acquire an outstanding example of one of Maserati’s most desirable open-top grand tourers: the Ghibli Spyder 4.7L. This particular car, chassis AM115S1055, was delivered new to Munich in 1969 and first registered to a gentleman in Rosenheim. Finished in the elegant factory combination of Blue Sera (Blu Scuro Metallizzato) over Marrone Connolly leather, this Ghibli Spyder embodies the best of Italian grand touring design and engineering.
Acquired by the current owner in 2021 from DPM Motors in Monaco, the car subsequently underwent a comprehensive restoration in Italy, returning it to its original factory specification. The engine restoration was entrusted to the renowned specialists at Officina Molinari di Molinari Paolo & C. S.n.c., while the bodywork was restored by Carrozzeria Meschiari Dario, Roberto, Giorgio S.n.c., and the interior retrimmed by Luppi, ensuring the highest standards of craftsmanship throughout.
Further enhancing its provenance, the car is Maserati Classiche certified. The certificate confirms its original factory colour combination, matching numbers engine, perfect compression values, and rare details including the original windscreen—a testament to its authenticity and careful preservation.
This Maserati Ghibli Spyder 4.7L represents a pinnacle of 1960s Italian motoring—combining timeless styling by Giugiaro, robust V8 performance, and open-top touring refinement. With its low production numbers, rich documented history, and concours-quality restoration, this is a true collector’s car, equally at home on the concours lawn or the open road.
