Vehicle Details
- Year: 1974
- Make: Maserati
- Model: Bora
- VIN: AM11749US724
- Mileage Shown: 37,900mi (TMU)
- Transmission: Manual
- Title Status: Clean
- Color: White
- Seller Type: Private Party
- Location: Orlando, FL 32836
- Country: United States of America
- Lot #: V-0060957
Produced between 1974 and 1978 with striking Giorgetto Giugiaro-designed bodywork, the Maserati Bora was the brand’s first mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive sports car. This first-year example is one of 250 produced with a 4.9-liter V8 engine and is finished in white over red Connolly leather upholstery. It features a 5-speed ZF manual transaxle, four-wheel independent suspension, a Citröen hydraulic system, 15” Campagnolo alloy wheels, power windows, air conditioning, a Bluetooth-enabled Blaupunkt stereo, polished European-spec bumpers, and a three-spoke leather steering wheel. Delivered new to Los Angeles, California, the car was acquired by the seller in late 2024 and underwent reconditioning, which included overhauled brakes and hydraulics, upgraded cooling fans, new speakers, paint correction, interior refurbishment, and more. Accompanied by service records, a copy of the factory delivery note, and Maserati Classiche documentation, this early Maserati Bora is now being offered for auction out of Florida.
Styling of the Bora was entrusted to Giorgetto Giugiaro at Italdesign, and the bodywork features a distinctive brushed stainless-steel roof and windscreen pillars, hydraulically operated pop-up headlamps, and a rear clamshell bonnet. This example is finished in white and equipped with stainless-steel European-spec bumpers, aftermarket LED lighting, polished Ansa quad exhaust tips, and 15” Campagnolo cast alloy wheels with polished hubcaps. Refurbishment carried out under current ownership included polishing the bumpers, installing European-spec taillight lenses, and performing exterior paint correction using Labocosmetica Italian detailing supplies. The Pirelli tires are sized 215/70 and show production date codes from 2023. The seller adds that the paint is in good overall condition with very few chips or defects, and it measures 500 microns in depth consistently throughout the body. Additional images are provided in the gallery.
The cabin features red Connolly leather upholstery covering the fixed-back bucket seats, doors, and instrument panel. Accessories include a black leather three-spoke steering wheel, an adjustable steering column, hydraulic seat height and pedal box adjustment, power windows, air conditioning, a quartz clock, Veglia Borletti instrumentation, and a Blaupunkt AM/FM/cassette stereo with a Bluetooth adapter. Upgraded Powerbass coaxial rear door speakers were added by the current owner, along with a hidden Rockville subwoofer and a CarLock GPS anti-theft system. The left driver’s seat bolster was also repaired, and the entire interior has been redyed with the correct Connolly 1603 red color.
Rated at 330 HP, the aluminum alloy 4.9-liter V8 engine is equipped with hemispherical combustion chambers, dual overhead camshafts per cylinder bank, and quad Weber DCNF carburetors. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a 5-speed ZF manual transaxle. The Bora was the first Maserati equipped with four-wheel independent suspension and features a high-pressure LHM hydraulic system from Citröen with vented disc brakes at each corner. The seller indicates the engine was rebuilt under previous ownership approximately 5k miles ago, and the following maintenance was completed since their purchase in 2024:
- Left rear hard brake line replaced with copper-nickel line
- All six soft caliper hoses replaced with braided stainless hoses
- Rebuilt front brake calipers
- New ERB Red Stuff front brake pads,
- Removed and restored the LHM reservoir with new hoses at the tank
- Replaced engine air filter element
- Replaced hood strut
- Correctly rewired the Delco alternator
- Replaced and replumbed the A/C fresh/recirc vacuum switch
- Added coolant overflow recovery tank
- Flushed the ZF transaxle with synthetic oil, drained and refilled with Redline MT-90 synthetic
- Flushed and bled clutch circuit with ATE 200 brake fluid
- All 3 fuel filters replaced
- Balanced and installed 5 new Pirelli CN12 tires
- New right tie rod end
- Front-end alignment
- Coolant replaced with 25% Prestone in distilled water with Radiator Relief additive
- Ionic Emergency Start Bluetooth-controlled lithium battery
- Install 2 new 2800 CFM Perma-Cool fans on dedicated circuits
- Wrapped fuel lines with fuel line insulation to prevent vapor lock
- Red Line 10W-60 Synthetic oil and new filter
- New clutch hydraulic reservoir, master cylinder, MC hose, and slave cylinder installed
*The seller notes that the choke cable is inoperative.
This sale will include owner’s manuals, a toolkit, a spare tire, a battery trickle charger, Maserati Classiche documentation, and a clean title.
The seller would like you to know: “This car is not a garage queen but is driven regularly, and any issues that show up that need correcting are always handled immediately. I do not believe in passing problems on to the next owner. The car starts up immediately from a cold start and runs great.”
Auction Results
- Highest Bid: $120,000
- Auction End: Sep 02, 2025 06:30:00PM UTC
- Number of Bids: 11
Comments (26)
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Welcome to the last day of the auction. I'd like buyers to remember that this car is fully functional and driven regularly with no deferred maintenance or issues that will need sorting before enjoying which I am aware of. Unless you live in the arctic and need a working choke you should be able to enjoy this car immediately. Every switch, gauge, and accessory is fully functional. The engine starts easily and pulls hard. If you're serious about owning a Bora for driving enjoyment and not just to throw a car cover on and ignore it, this is the one! Happy bidding.
Bid in the amount of $120,000
Bid in the amount of $100,000
I am local to the seller, and I had an opportunity to see the car earlier today. Unfortunately, it was raining a lot, but the owner was very accommodating and shared a lot of history about the car. He maintains a book about all the repairs done by him and by people before his ownership. The car seems to be in "ready to be enjoyed" condition, with a lot of maintenance items carefully taken care of. I can't state that "all is fixed" as the car is 50 years old, and there is always something to do on older cars. The car presents very well, and the overall condition is "very nice".
The paint presents very well, it would suspect that it might have had a respray in the past, but cannot confirm. The engine started right up, and while on a short test drive, it pulled strongly.
Although I was not driving, there were no vibrations or unusual noises.
I would be happy to answer questions for anyone interested.
Bid in the amount of $75,000
@Jalanjalan thank you
@joejoe69. There is only one item not working and that is the choke cable. Its broken at the motor end and disconnected at the dash. Of course in Florida a choke isn't needed. It started alright all the way down into the 30's this past winter without needing a working choke.
Other than that everything is operational. In some ways better than new. Much more powerful cooling fans and upgraded 160 amp alternator. Factory radio but with bluetooth and a hidden subwoofer. The car has been fitted like a European model with the more beautiful front bumpers, European headers & tune and Ansa exhaust.
Theres a link to the prior owners' receipts below. Most noteably, the engine was rebuilt about 4000 miles ago and the hydraulic spheres and pressure regulator changed/rebuilt about 2-3 year ago. Those have about an 8 year life span. I put 5 period correct Pirelli's on it and new front brakes and brake hoses. Also a new clutch master and slave cylinder and line. So I'd say most of the heavy lifting is done and its ready to be enjoyed -unlike when I took delivery of the car. But since then I've sorted everything out.
I drive the car fairly often. Took it to Starbucks today to meet a potential buyer and we went for a spin. It dared to rain on it! Well thats Florida weather for you. Not a problem since the headlights and wipers work and its got new tires. But it wasn't a thrilling test drive as a result.
@Jalanjalan ok understood. Thank you
Is there anything currently that is not working properly or may require
Rebuilding ?
@Joejoe69 not at all. There are some scuffs from the wipers but theyre not super obvious so I didn't get them polished out. What. number pic did you see something concerning?
Is the front windshield cracked ?
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Bid in the amount of $55,000
Bid in the amount of $50,000
@montecarlobeach - thats funny. My dad had a new Bora when I was a kid. The next door neighbor not to be outdone bought a Dino. Even crazier, another Bora lived just a block away. What are the odds of that given the small quantity made? Glad you enjoyed the videos, I enjoyed that road rally immensely. I'd like to liquidate this asset and put it in the hands of someone who will actually drive it and enjoy it just like I do.
Just took a few minutes to watch the videos. Can't imagine there's a better, more useful Bora available anywhere. Disclaimer--I don't have any connection to the car or the seller. I lusted after these in my youth. On my daily ride to age group swim practice (usually facing backwards in a station wagon) there was for a couple of years a 246 Dino parked on the route. At some point, the owner traded it for a Bora. Fast forward 20 years and the two cars were similarly priced on the used market. I opted for the Dino (the right investment choice as it turns out), though have always had a warm spot for the Bora. This one is gorgeous.
@Doc18015 Agree entirely. I wonder if they're (unfairly) hurt by the brand's more recent troubles? Boras are fabulous cars that are great to drive (when they're dialed in). Exotic styling that holds up well 50 years later, and even reasonably comfortable for full-size American adults.
Bid in the amount of $45,000
Bid in the amount of $40,000
Bid in the amount of $35,000
Bid in the amount of $25,000
Maserati Boras and their sister, Meraks are severely underrated and should be defined as classic standards.......way ahead of their time from many perspectives showing very well and timeless in their design. This Bora is exceptional and should be an excellent addition to anyone's collection. Good Luck to the seller!
Heres a link to all the receipts from prior owners. My receipts can be seen in the photo gallery.
https://8ffccfffa9.clvaw-cdnwnd.com/f45c94c0e853bcd945edace7fad47a68/200000188-79f1779f19/prior%20owner%20receipts.pdf?ph=8ffccfffa9
Bid in the amount of $20,000
Bid in the amount of $10,000