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1982 Maserati Kyalami

United Kingdom • 19 May 2018 • Lot 140

Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This rare, right-hand drive 1976-1983 Maserati Kyalami boasts a 4.9-liter V8 engine and manual gearbox. Presented in Rame Metallic with a cream leather interior, it includes a comprehensive history file, engine work documentation, and rare original manuals, making it a desirable classic for collectors.

Condition

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The car is described as being in very good condition with well-maintained paintwork. It has a substantial history file with evidence of engine work in 2000 and low mileage since 2010. The interior is original cream leather, and it comes with rare manuals. The owner states it drives extremely well. However, its age means it may still require minor reconditioning.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

AM129490067

Odometer:

100,807 miles

Reg Number:

BEA 71Y

RHD/LHD:

RHD

Named after the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit in South Africa, the Maserati Kyalami was produced by the Italian manufacturer from 1976 to 1983.

It was a new model rushed into production after Alejandro de Tomaso took helm of the company.

De Tomaso had Pietro Frua take Tom Tjaarda's design of the De Tomaso Longchamp (itself inspired by the Mercedes 450 SLC) and modify the front and rear end to create a distinctive Maserati feel for the new car.

The interior was also upgraded to incorporate classic Maserati elements such as the steering wheel and instrumentation.

210 Kyalami's were built between 1976 and 1983.

Due to its rarity, very little was written in magazines about the Kyalami.

However, direct owner experiences confirmed the fundamental validity of its design, with a well-balanced, stiff chassis offering excellent body control and an agile, very easy to control handling.

The performance offered by the 4.9 litre V8 was characterised by the abundant power and torque delivered by ...