1962 3500 GT going for $279K

1962 Maserati - Symbolic International Photo Gallery

Price received through my email stating $279,000.00

Ciao
Carlo

 

I don't get it, what is so unique about that car to ask that sort of money??

 

Others here know about these cars. I do not. But because it is a Maserati -- I hope they get their price.

 

Seems way overpriced.

Maybe the "unknown" part of its history (probably a loaner or demo car for VIPs) makes it that expensive.

Not even the original color. The blue seems "too much" on this car for me.

 

This is the former Richard Gent car. Richard's cars are restored to a spectacular level.

 

The price is a reflection on what we paid, not what the market will bare... We stepped on ourselves hard at the Gooding Sale when it came on the block. Sometimes even a dealer gets a bit enthusiastic.

Our mistake in buying it what further stressed as the engine and gearbox were not well assembled. It was strictly a show car to get on and off the lawn and back onto a transporter. We sunk another $40K into her and just finished her a few weeks ago. Now add time to the money spent and again, we are likely to be proud owners of this gem for quite some time.

Interestingly while the price is clearly up there and the "old guard" a bit shocked by it... there is plenty of interest and I have made it clear that the price is considered well above market to perspective buyers.... Nonetheless, my guess is that the cars outstanding beauty, fresh work and very detailed books, records and tools will see her onto a new home sooner than most might expect...

Ciao,

Bill

 

Bill,

its a great looking car and I wish you success with the sale.
Yes, its overpriced but all good to very good 3500GT should deserve this value!

 

I certainly hope you get very close to your asking price, it helps us other hapless 3500GT owners!
Good luck, would appreciate it if you post the final sale price.

 

I will be happy to let all know when she moves on to her next caretaker. It is kind of hard to share actual selling prices. Most new owners prefer to keep such a detail private. The selling price is not going to be the asking price, thats for sure!

Ciao,

Bill

 

Bill,...it that the ignition key in the drivers door jam???

 

No... the regular keys to run the car in the normal place... I keep forgetting to check and see if anyone might know what that key does. We have no clue. Not sure if it is some secondary lock or not. It does not seem to have any function and the car runs with it or without it. It is a period Italian key and looks Factory fitted but could have been added at anytime.

Anyone ever see anything like it? I tried to take good photos of everything on the car, especially all the detail areas for both potential buyers as well as the many enthusiasts who may not be a buyer but enjoys these machines nonetheless.

First round of drinks are on me at any auction or show I run into anyone at who can tell me what the mystery key does!

Cheers,

Bill

 

You need to ask Sig. Cozza ASAP! Sig. Collina may know, but Sig. Cozza may be the go to man.

We all need to know about this mod. That in its' self is amazing. Maserati SpA may hold the answer to the "key" !

Ciao and best!

~Trev

 

Bill, I will be selling my 1959 3500 GT in the near future (after I get the transmission back from Epifani Restorations). For purely selfish reasons, I hope you get every penny of your asking price.

 

I am not an expert in market price, but that car is GORGEOUS! What a color.

 

I suspect the extra key was for a switch to shut off the fuel pumps. i havbe had three cars different Maseratis with hidden switches to shut off the fuel pumps as an anti theft device. None of mine were key operated but that is my best guess.

 

I will be showing the car and driving it on Friday and will give that a shot and let everyone know if it has any effect!

Many thanks,

Bill

 

Why are you selling after all that work? What a shame.

 

My children are hungry and need shoes on their feet... I am trying to tread lightly here... my agreement with Rob is not to sell but to respond and provide factual information and assistance regarding my vehicles.

Anything more specific should be done by contacting me privately. I am not trying to be a jerk... (although that happens more often than I care to admit).... I simply want to be fair and follow Rob's king advice and guidelines.

Ciao,

Bill

 

With some Aston DB prices this almost seems reasonable, given the style and performance of the cars.

 

Apparently, the car has been sold! last I remember it was at $240.

 

This car has been with Symbolic for some time I believe? Is this right bill?

The one element I find strange is the Maserati serial number of 2428 with a Touring body number of 12060, although the touring plate appears to be stamped 12080? Am I reading this right?

I have at my disposal a 3500 GTI with rear wind wings, late model tail lights, and fuel injection. This car has been in storage since 1980, the car is all original and complete with no work being done to it it 34 years. It sits as it has all those years. The car's serial number is 101.2408. With a touring body number of 12444. I have checked many parts on the car and all are marked with a "44". So I believe this number to be correct. The Maserati I.d. Tag is on the car and appears never to have been tampered with.

Interestingly, the car being offered bySymbolic is serial number 2428 with Touring body number of 12060. How can this be explained? The car I have is a earlier Maserati serial number with a later Touring number, by a large distance. As touring should have counted each car where as Maserati would only count every other car... So by Maserati's count these two cars are 10 cars apart. 2408 to 2428, but the touring numbers place the two cars at 384 cars apart. Dose anyone have information on touring daily or monthly production figures? Did Maserati add he ID plate later when the car was sold?

Also note on the Symbolic car there are several number stampings that do not corrolate the with the touring body number of 12060. Often shortened to the last two digits - in this case 60. Please note a door hinge marked "56", another one marked "61", also another stamping marked "60" on what appears to be the gas cap.

This Symbolic car looks nice and very presentable, although the steering wheel does not seem right, it begs the question what is this car's provenance since it left the factory?
I am asking these questions looking for information on Maserati's production schedule not to impugn or suggest that Symbolic is attempting to miss represent this car.
Does anyone have further knowledge or able to shed light on this?

John

 

John you have a PM

Ciao

Andrea

 

Bill,

I appreciate your honesty!

Mark

 

Was the mystery key a hood lock?