1965 Maserati Sebring II Coupe

The Maserati Sebring was named for the racetrack where it was victorious, and it was based on the venerable 3500 underpinnings, with a shortened chassis. Showcased at the Geneva Auto Salon in 1962, and designed by Vignale's world-renowned Giovanni Michelotti, the Series I Sebring featured a 3.6-liter engine and was the first production car to employ the Lucase fuel injection system.

This car is a Series II Sebring (built from 1965 to 1968), one of 247 built with the up-rated 4.0-liter engine. It was delivered on September 16, 1965, with air-conditioning, electric windows, and Borrani spoke wheels. The car was acquired by the current owner in 2002.

In 2007, it was decided that a full restoration would be required to bring this car back to like-new condition. As a second series Sebring, it sports the more modern look over the first series, combined with the Lucas fuel-injected engine. Being a complex and handmade car, it created many issues for the restorer. The current owners worked with the restorer to locate parts, and when parts could not be found, they made them. The interior was entrusted to Car Classic Interiors and TC Restoration sorted out the paintwork. Alec Bacon commenced with rebuilding a very poor body, and all other work. The engine was rebuilt by Carobu Engineering and the owner rebuilt the differential. It has been a true labor of love and dedication to bring this car back to life.