MASERATI OPEN TOP

Brookspeed are pleased to offer for sale this exceptional Maserati Spyder 1967 3.7-Litre Mistral Spyder Coachwork by Carrozzeria Frua Few motor cars encapsulate the elegance and exclusivity of 1960s Italian grand touring quite like the Maserati Mistral Spyder. Styled by the celebrated Pietro Frua, the Mistral represents the final flowering of Maserati’s classic straight-six lineage—combining race-bred engineering with restrained, timeless design. Introduced in 1963 as the successor to the 3500 GT, the Mistral marked Maserati’s transition from a competition-focused manufacturer to a producer of refined, high-performance road cars. Beneath its sculpted coachwork lies a shortened tubular chassis and the marque’s revered twin-cam inline six-cylinder engine, derived directly from Maserati’s successful 1950s racing programme. Rarity & Desirability Produced in limited numbers, the Mistral Spyder is among the rarest of all Maserati road cars, with just 124 examples completed. Of these, a mere 46 were specified with the highly regarded 3.7-litre engine, placing this example within an exceptionally exclusive cohort. Combining rarity with usability, the 3.7-litre variant is often considered the ideal balance within the Mistral range—offering strong performance with refined touring capability. Design & Coachwork The Spyder’s elegant proportions—defined by a long, sculpted bonnet, delicate waistline, and subtly tapered rear—are a masterclass in Carrozzeria Frua design. Unlike more ostentatious contemporaries, the Mistral exudes a quiet sophistication, its beauty revealed through proportion and detail rather than excess. Hand-crafted coachwork, typically incorporating lightweight aluminium panels, reflects the artisanal approach of the period, while the open-top configuration enhances the car’s appeal as a true continental grand tourer. Engine & Performance Power is provided by Maserati’s 3.7-litre (3,694cc) twin-cam inline six-cylinder engine, equipped with Lucas mechanical fuel injection and developing approximately 245bhp. Coupled with a 5-speed ZF manual transmission, the Mistral Spyder delivers smooth, flexible performance, with a top speed in excess of 140 mph—impressive figures for an open GT of its era. More than outright performance, however, it is the engine’s character—silky, responsive, and unmistakably derived from competition—that defines the driving experience. The Last of an Era The Mistral holds particular historical importance as the final Maserati model to employ the marque’s legendary straight-six engine, bringing to a close a lineage that traces directly back to the firm’s Grand Prix successes of the 1950s. As such, it represents a pivotal moment in Maserati’s evolution, bridging its competition heritage with the luxury grand tourers that would define the marque in the decades to follow. Rare, beautifully proportioned, and mechanically significant, the Mistral Spyder remains one of the most desirable open Maseratis of its generation. With just 46 examples produced in 3.7-litre form, this motor car presents a compelling opportunity to acquire a highly exclusive and historically important Italian grand tourer. Equally suited to concours display or continental touring, the Mistral Spyder continues to embody the enduring appeal of Maserati’s golden era.