1960 Maserati 3500 GT Vignale Spyder

Make

Maserati

Model

3500 GT Vignale Spyder

Year

1960

Listed price

$595,000

Location

Astoria, New York

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

0 miles

The Maserati 3500 GT marked a pivotal moment for the Modenese manufacturer, signaling their transition from an exclusive race-bred marque to a producer of sophisticated, high-performance road cars. Introduced at the 1957 Geneva Motor Show, the 3500 GT was Maserati's first foray into large-scale series production, aiming to compete with the likes of Aston Martin and Ferrari in the burgeoning grand touring market. Its elegant Touring Superleggera-designed coupe body, housing a race-derived 3.5-liter inline-six engine, quickly established it as a benchmark for Italian luxury and performance. The highly desirable Spyder variant, initially penned by Touring but ultimately produced by Vignale, arrived in 1959, offering an open-top experience without compromising the 3500 GT's inherent grace. Only 242 Vignale Spyders were ever built, making them significantly rarer than their coupe counterparts and highly coveted by collectors today. This stunning 1960 Maserati 3500 GT Vignale Spyder, chassis number 20060, was produced in June of 1960 and originally delivered through the Mercedes importer in Vancouver, Canada. It presents in its factory-specified and striking Rosso Alfa (Alfa Red) exterior, complemented by a luxurious black leather interior – a timeless and sporting combination. Having spent many years in Canada, this exceptional example was eventually imported into the USA, where it has resided in a notable collection on the West Coast, preserving its allure. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a true icon of Italian design and engineering, one of Maserati's most beautiful and significant grand tourers.