4200 - "Would you?"

[jeneam]

I'm tempted by a 4200 and have seen one on eBay which is interesting. Thing is, it is an insurance write-off. The guy selling it seems sincere and has provided a full explaination, the headlines being, it was driven into a Ford (small river in this case) and the engine flooded. Full engine rebuild was first thought to be required and the car written off given the £25k cost. It actually only required a top-end which was still a cool £11k, but it remains under full Maserati warranty till 03/07 and has full dealer service history.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Maserati-4200-C

Am I mad for even thinking about a car with this "unique" history? Polite and objective responses invited.

Cheers.

[jeneam]

He is looking for £30k.
Is he being unrealistic?

[jeneam]

Guy's, many thanks for the valuable information and feedback so far.
I am sensing it is to best steer clear given resale issues and purchase price.

[jeneam]

stepr1 said:

Doesnt sound too bad, but no dealer wil ever touch it. But you can buy mine for 32k. Same colours,spec, less miles and not an insurance write-off!!

Stepr1 - can you email me more info re your car?