Finding an Italian grand tourer in the Pacific Northwest isn’t an everyday occurrence, but that is exactly what we have here. This left-hand-drive 1994 Maserati Ghibli II is available for sale in Tacoma, Washington, listed by a local dealership with an asking price of $17,200. Showing approximately 50,160 kilometers (31,168 miles) on the odometer, this clean-title survivor offers an entry point into exotic motoring without the typical supercar price tag. The car has been pampered and has spent its downtime safely protected in indoor storage. For someone looking for a distinctive cruiser that balances low mileage with an affordable entry point, this grey-on-black import is listed here on Craigslist. Thanks for the tip go to Curvette.
The Maserati Ghibli has quite a history. It started off as the original Ghibli (AM115), which was a long-nosed, Jaguar S-type-like, 2+2, two-door grand tourer with pop-up headlamps that was named among the top sports cars of the 1960s. After producing 1,295 examples and enjoying a fair amount of success, Maserati went in a slightly different direction and introduced the Maserati Biturbo in 1981 It was a more practical, compact grand tourer for the masses. As its name suggests, it features a twin-turbocharged engine. In 1992, the Ghibli II (AM336) featured here was introduced. Based on the Biturbo, it shares its compact underpinnings and shape. However, the Ghibli II adds a slightly wider stance and sportier, more muscular look, a better-developed twin-turbo engine, and a more refined interior.
Powering this Japanese-market Ghibli II is a 2.8-liter twin-turbo V6 engine mated to a four-speed automatic transmission. While five- and six-speed manuals were available, this automatic variant is built for effortless long-distance touring. It was designed to provide ample low-end torque under low revs and a burst of invigorating thrust that propelled this car from zero to 60 mph in just six seconds. This Maserati Ghibli II also boasts a luxurious interior. Its dashboard blends shades of black leather and grey Alcantara trim, and its steering wheel, dash, doors, and center console feature strips of brown wood-grain-style trim. The front bucket seats are plush and well bolstered, with leather cushioning between the front seats to ensure that your elbow gets a soft place to rest. A premium-looking analog watch also sits above the center console.
Reliability is a hot topic with Maseratis. Buying a classic Italian car always requires a disciplined maintenance mindset, but finding one with a clean title and documented gentle usage could mitigate some of the risk. With a $17,200 asking price, this rare grand tourer offers massive style and performance per dollar. Will you keep it tucked away as a low-mileage collector piece, or put it on the road where it belongs?
As with any Maserati, the initial price can become the tip of the iceberg. Looks great, but I’ve seen a few that were garage queens.
Are there garage kings instead of queens?
Nice looking car!! Are these that problematic that I should be afraid of purchasing?
Just curious!! It is even a 2 door!! Nice styling because it is different!