
£12,000 - £16,000
1988 Maserati Biturbo Spyder
United Kingdom • 26 Feb 2026 • Lot 30008
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1988 Maserati Biturbo Zagato Spyder, finished in Rosso Red with Beige interior, has covered only 42,827 miles and has been recommissioned with recent service and cambelt replacement. With only two former keepers and ULEZ exempt, this classic roadster is nearly eligible for historic vehicle status.

Condition
7
Low mileage, recent recommissioning suggests condition.
/ 10
Manual
Transmission:
ZAM333B25DHA190068
Chassis No:
Odometer:
42,827 miles
E851 UWR
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Background;
Alejandro de Tomaso had a bold vision for Maserati when he acquired the ailing manufacturer in 1976, with a strategy focussing on a more affordable sports car range called Biturbo.
As implied, the Biturbo had a twin-turbocharged V6 engine of Maserati's own design, and in 1984 Zagato was commissioned to develop a Spyder variant.
The wheelbase was shortened by some 114mm to create a strict two-seater with compact proportions, and with a manual transmission and endless torque from the world's first production twin turbocharged engine, the Spyder lived up to the famous trident badge.
Today, the Biturbo Spyder is a tasteful under the radar alternative for those wanting a high performance modern classic roadster.
The Car;
Finished in Maserati Rosso Red with Beige Nuvalato hide piped in red, this striking 1988 Biturbo Zagato Spyder has covered only 42,827 miles from new supported by its service history and a selection of previous MOT certificates.
The car has had just two forme...
Points of note
£1,560
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£12,018
Median Price (Since 2020)
£35,980
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Feb 09 2015
Latest MOT Mileage
42,805 miles
Registration Date
1988-02-18
MOT History
Passed
On Feb 10 2014 with 42,805 miles
Failed
On Feb 06 2014 with 42,803 miles
There were 6 defects noted.
Fail:
- Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
Advisory:
- Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Passed
On Apr 01 2011 with 42,677 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)
Failed
On Mar 24 2011 with 42,677 miles
There were 16 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Front Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
- Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
- Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- Nearside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Offside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Nearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Offside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)
Passed
On Jun 25 2007 with 42,330 miles
Failed
On Apr 27 2007 with 42,320 miles
There were 12 defects noted, with 1 deemed dangerous.
Fail:
- Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)
- Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
- (Dangerous) Centre Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)
Advisory:
- Offside Rear Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)
Passed
On May 30 2006 with 42,067 miles

























