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1999 Maserati 3200 GT

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  • Mileage~53,700
  • TransmissionManual
  • Engine3.2L
  • LocationFolkstone

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1999 Maserati 3200 GT

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Introduction

Alan Stuart
Professional Consigner

Looking for something a little different to the usual Jaguar or Mercedes Grand Tourers, look no further than this stylish and fiery Italian Maserati 3200 GT.

Launched in 1998, the Svelte Italian Design coupe marked the rebirth of Italian manufacturers Maserati. The four-seater grand tourer sparked a new era of design from the Italian manufacturers, using innovative ideas which are common today, but in 1998 it was the first car produced with LED rear lights, on this model known as the "boomerang lights". It was styling and design like this which rewarded Maserati with its best-ever sales figures.

This lovely example comes to the market after a short time with its current keeper. It is a well maintained and has a comprehensive history have ensured the 3200 GT looks to be a fantastic one, some important jobs in the last year or so include new cam belt, water pump, idler pulleys, clutch, the list goes on. With just ~53,700 miles covered, quite modest for this car, there is plenty more fun to be had in the Italian grand tourer.

This auction listing was written from information supplied by Alan after meeting Graeme the owner, and having visited and photographed the vehicle.

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Meet the owner

This has been one of those cars I needed to get ticked off my list - it has been a pleasure to own.

Graeme has wanted to own a Maserati for some time. After searching, he spotted this example which came with an excellent history and, importantly, had benefited from having some of the expensive jobs that come with owning such a vehicle carried out.

With the itch scratched, it’s now time for the Italian machine to go to a new home where someone else can get their fix of Italian magic. Please feel free to ask Graeme any questions in the comments below.

Graeme
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Exterior

The Maserati 3200 GT is a fantastic-looking car - smooth flowing lines create the wonderful grand tourer.

Wheels and Tyres

The standard 10 spoke Maserati alloy wheels are in good condition with no signs of corrosion to the faces. There are some light kerb marks to a couple of the wheels, but nothing your local wheel refurbisher couldn’t address we think.

The tyres are Michelin on the front and Dunlop on the rear; both look to have a good amount of tread remaining. Please see the image gallery to take a closer look at the wheels.

Bodywork

Looking around the Maserati, the panels align nicely with equal gaps. We could see no noticeable dings or dents, and it presents very well, we didn't spot any obvious signs of corrosion, but do take the time to look through the content.

We've highlighted in more detail our observations through our hi-resolution images and videos, so please take time to look through all the media files for a detailed view of what’s on offer and for you to assess the condition of the car for yourselves.

Paint

Finished in "Grigio Touring Metallic", it's a smart choice for this fast coupe. The paintwork has had some attention over the years; it does look to have had the front bumper repainted and also the quarter panels, as these are prone to picking up stone chips on the leading edge of the wheel arches. There are some other small chips and marks in keeping with the age and mileage of the Maserati.

The images are taken from a few different angles to show off the car as you would see it if you were standing there for yourselves. So please take the time to fully assess these hi-resolution images and videos of the car, for you to make up your own minds about the condition of the paint.

Glass and Trim

The windows are all in excellent condition with no apparent scratches to mention. Likewise, the window seals also look in good order, as do the trims.

The headlights have some very light discolouration, which could possibly be polished with one of the headlight restoration kits available. The lower fog lights have no chips or cracks, and the rear lights are in excellent condition.

Interior

Leather, leather everywhere, Maserati didn’t skimp on the luxury when they produced the 3200 GT.

Seats and Carpets

Blue leather is the primary colour choice inside the Maserati; the door cards are in blue and grey leather and in excellent condition. The electric memory and heated seats have some expected patina which has just softened them up nicely, just like your favourite armchair, and there are no real signs of overly excessive wear. The rear seat is excellent and doesn’t look to have had a great deal of use.

The carpets are in a lighter shade of blue and in very good condition. There is some light wear to the heel pad in keeping with the mileage. The boot area is clean and tidy and present is the tyre foam and tool kit.

Please see the interior gallery for more detailed images.

Dashboard

The dashboard matches the door cards and is in good condition with no scuffs or damage to mention. The instruments are said to work as they should, with the odometer reading ~53,700 miles. On some examples, you'll often see the leather coming away/stretched on the dash or centre console areas, this example looks very very good though.

The internal buttons are not sticky in this car. It is a common and expensive issue on this era of Ferrari and Maserati's, but not this example. The car also features a few bits of carbon fibre trim too as pictured, a sporty touch. Please see the interior gallery for more hi-resolution images.

Steering Wheel / Gear Stick

The black leather steering wheel has some light shining to the rim but is in good condition. The gearknob is carbon fibre and leather, which is in good order with minimal wear.

Please see the interior gallery for more detailed images.

Mechanics

A whopping ~370BHP and 326 lb-ft of torque is produced from the superb twin-turbocharged V8 powerplant.

Engine and Gearbox

The Maserati fires up perfectly with no untoward noises. The first thing Graeme did when getting the car was to have the timing belt and water pump replaced. This was approximately ~1,000 miles ago in October 2022, and more recently, it has been given an oil and filter service.

There was an engine light displayed on the dash, Graeme has taken the car to a specialist to diagnose and fix this, the recent invoice in the gallery and the light no longer displaying. The throttle body has also been replaced, which is another common item to replace on the 3200 GT.

Another big job carried out by the previous keeper was to fit a new clutch; this was fitted in 2020 at 52,419 miles. The gear change is reportedly smooth, and the 3200 GT pulls strongly through the six-speed manual gearbox, which has seen a new rear seal fitted along with gearbox mounts within the last few hundred miles.

Suspension and Brakes

The car handles like a dream, and no knocks or bangs are coming from either corner of the car. In addition, it has had some suspension arms replaced, which improves the overall ride in the Maserati.

Bringing the car to a stop, the brakes with drilled discs appear to be in good condition. The 3200 GT is reported to stop in a straight line with no juddering through the pedal.

The Drive

Being out in the Maserati is a great experience. The Italian flair comes through as soon as you open the door, step inside and turn the key, and as the V8 awakens, the sound is clear that you’re in something pretty special.

0-60mph in ~5.1 seconds with a top speed of ~174mph; it's easy to see why Ferrari and Alfa Romeo continued to use this fantastic engine.

Electrics and Other

The car has had the factory head-unit replaced with a Sony DAB unit, and the original unit is included, including a original CD changer in the boot. The switchgear and heater dials appear to be in good condition and working as they should, except for the boot opening button in the glove box, which does not work. Worth noting also, that the seats are indeed heated, and have memory function too.

Please see the interior gallery for more detailed images.

History and Paperwork

With many expensive jobs carried out within the past few years, we think the Maserati will be an excellent buy for the next custodian.

The car comes complete with the owner’s and service manuals, 3 keys including the red master and 3 key cards.

There are some invoices for important work carried out, including to the clutch, timing belt, and previous MOT certificates. As we mentioned earlier, the clutch, timing belt, water pump, suspension arms and oil change have all been carried out within the last ~1,200 miles making it a great contender for anyone looking for some Italian charm.

We’ve done all our usual seller checks including photo ID, V5 and actioned a HPi check on the vehicle.

We've summarised our own view on the car based on information gained from the seller in the listing above, however, and as you can see, we go to great lengths to photograph and video the car in hi-resolution detail - this has been done for you to make your own assessment from the comfort of your sofa. So please sit back, have a cuppa and take your time to review everything on this listing in order to make your own assessment on the vehicle's condition. Viewings are also welcomed with all our listings, so please get in touch with us to arrange a suitable time - we just need to speak to you first and receive a valid photo ID before confirming.

If there's anything you're unsure about, no matter how small, then please first ask the owner in the comments area below before placing your bid/s, as bids can't be retracted and form a binding contract if you win the car - just like a traditional auction house.

Service History
Date Type Mileage
06.10.2022 Timing belt, water pump 53,238
06.07.2022 MOT 52,910
14.06.2021 MOT 52,498
03.09.2020 Clutch kit 52,419
26.06.2020 MOT 52,397
21.06.2019 MOT 52,372
03.07.2018 MOT 51,845
22.06.2017 MOT 51,682
22.06.2016 MOT 51,660
23.06.2015 MOT 51,546
18.06.2014 MOT 50,768
24.06.2012 MOT 49,522
15.05.2012 Service inc timing belt 49,517
02.06.2011 MOT 45,839
03.06.2010 MOT 45,342
22.05.2009 MOT 44,931
30.05.2008 MOT 43,946
15.05.2007 MOT 39,946
20.11.2006 Service 39,681
23.05.2006 MOT 38,794
07.10.2005 Service 37,753
18.09.2004 Service 34,692
07.08.2003 Service 31,792
08.08.2002 Service 24,090
22.08.2001 Service 18,623
02.02.1999 Service 6,488
Key Details
  • Model3200 GT
  • TransmissionSix-Speed Manual
  • Reg. Date04.11.1999
  • CC3200
  • Mileage~53,696
  • HistoryYes
  • ColourGrigio Touring Metallic
  • Interior ColourBlue
  • Interior TrimLeather
  • Chassis #ZAMAA38C000001567
  • Engine #1373
  • HPi ClearYes
  • Former Keepers9
  • # of Keys3 keys including red master and 3 key cards
  • LHD or RHDRHD
  • VisitedYes
  • Sale TypePrivate
  • Owned~5 months
  • Key FeatureRecent timing belt and water pump in 2022, new clutch in 2020
  • Auction ID1078






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RichardFR4423081984
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RichardFR4423081984

Helle Graeme,

I saw “check engine” indicator in video is always activated in dashboard, but I seems to disappear after a service. Could you confirm ?

Moreover, in photos, I’ve got the impression that grey color is different between right rear panel (behind the driver) and door panel (driver). Do you know if a part has been repainted ? Or may be is it optical illusion with light ?

And finally, why do you sell it only a few months after buying it ?

Best regards. Richard

music
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music

Hi Graeme, Oil leaks are visible on the underside of the rear vallance and the rear subframe that appear to be coming from the diff. Could you comment on this please.

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