1967 Maserati Mistral

Near the end of the Sebring's production run, Maserati introduced an even-more sporting six-cylinder gran turismo - the Mistral. Named after one of the Mediterranean winds, it was powered by Alfieri's long-lived twin-cam six and given a wheelbase that was 100mm shorter than the Sebring. It wore a hatchback body style designed by Pietro Frua and given a full-width air intake, slim bumpers, and plenty of glass.

The Maserati Mistral was the last of the classic six-cylinder Maseratis. Production began in 1963 and continued to 1970, with a total of 827 coupes and 123 Spiders produced. Most of the cars were powered by a 3.7-liter six-cylinder engine. Other options being the 3.5-litre or, from 1966, the 4.0-litre unit, all of which came with Lucas fuel injection. A five-speed gearbox and disc brakes were standard equipment. Options included automatic transmission, air conditioning, and a limited-slip differential.

by Daniel Vaughan | Mar 2019