90th Anniversary Spyder on Ebay.

dickygrace

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Spotted that this morning. Very rare car, I don't recall having seen one for sale previously.
 
conaero

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We had one upturn up st the last Ace meet, the gent name escapes me but it was stunning, full leather and Med Blue, nicest Spider I have ever seen.

Lives just up the road from my family home in Fair Oak

I can't see why it's not classed as a GS Anniversary, as it is a GS Spyder with more bits ontop
 
reservoirfrog

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I started looking at the american market. there are more gs spyders for sale there than here. just not too sure how to import one.
 
Emtee

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Conaero said:
I can't see why it's not classed as a GS Anniversary, as it is a GS Spyder with more bits ontop
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Agree Matt, but for some odd reason they seem to be classed as a transitional model between the 4200 and GS. I guess it's due to the release date.
 
BennyD

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That's good value for a GS spyder with that mileage. I don't like the carbon seat humps but I reckon it is a good selling point.
 
Andyk

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Emtee said:
Agree Matt, but for some odd reason they seem to be classed as a transitional model between the 4200 and GS. I guess it's due to the release date.
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Its not a GS Spyder and calling ti as such is missleading......As I remember its a standard 4200 with a pretty dress..........They had Tech cloth as standard as this one does but didn't look too bad as the colour wasn't as in the face.............Remember seeing one on the motorshow stand and just really not liking the carbon bubbles at the back....FOr me it realy spoils the lines on the car......It was launched in blue and the bubbles were blue carbon weave....

This is what you get...

Maserati presents an exclusive, limited-edition Spyder on the eve of its 90th Anniversary celebrations. The Spyder 90th Anniversary features an all-new Blue Anniversary livery. A grey outlining has been added to frame the front headlight cluster, creating an appeal contrast and highlighting the front of the vehicle.

The new colour scheme brings out all the vigour of this droptop. The body kit comprising the sports windscreen and door sills only add to this feel. This version of the Spyder is also fitted with two aerodynamic headrests in blue carbon wire, a feature that recalls the close ties Maserati has always had with the racing world.

The classic red tinged Trident takes pride of place in the centre of the chrome grille, itself resplendent against the blue livery. This symbol, teamed with the 'ball-polished' chrome door handles and the 19" rim wheels emphasise the natural gleam of the aluminium. The exterior look is completed by the titanium coloured brake calipers and the distinctive oval logos on the bumpers, a tribute to the 250F driven by Fangio in the 1957 F1 World Championship. The interior too has been given a special finish that complements the overall look.

The 90th Anniversary event took place between 17-19 September. The route will link Milan and Rome, with a stop at the factory in Modena. All the models from the current range will feature, as well as classic and private vehicles. The occasion is the first arranged by the new Maserati Club, that has taken the place of the Registro Maserati.

The Maserati Club is based in Modena at the historic Viale Ciro Menotti site and has Maria Teresa De Filippis as its President. It aims to expand internationally and organise events that will meet, and exceed, collectors' expectations.
 
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Emtee

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No I remember all this from last time the 90th Anniversary was discussed Andy, however let's approach it from the other way around.

Someone show me anything, ANYTHING on that car that marks it as a 4200 rather than a GS......
 
Andyk

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Get it Miles, but it is not a GS are marketing as such is missleading...Very rare car without a doubt..............The original press bit called it a Spyder GT 90th Anniversary. This one looks better for being in silver as well.....Suits it.
 
BennyD

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It's even got the GS exhaust and, presumably, all the software that makes it work. Not much 4200 left.
 
Woody

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Its also not a Grandsport as per the ad.

79/90 was sold by Graypaul when I was looking for a GS - the owner is on MaseratiForum.

I agree with Andy - while its as near as can be, its not a GranSport, its a 4200. I'd struggle to tell you what this doesnt have that a GS does (I'd guess lower suspension, faster gear changes and possibly valved back boxes on the GS?), so its arguably a moot point, but at the end of the day, this was produced before the GS Spyder and was never sold/marketed as a GS.
 
mike1

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I was the bloke who turned up at the last Ace meeting with my blu anniversary spyder. I don't accept that it is a 4200 in disguise( I had a 4200 spyder before) but neither is it a GS. It is a fabulous car like all Maseratis but is special as there were only 15 RHD models made. I posted a photo of mine back in January. By the way mine is No.2/90
 
BennyD

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Mike, as a matter of interest, why isn't it a GS? Does it have the valved back boxes?
 
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