2012 |
Pebble Beach Auctions 20121959 Maserati Tipo 61 Birdcage
Register to BidSOLD $3,520,000
Estimate
$3,500,000 - $4,500,000
Chassis
2454
Engine
2477
Car Highlights
Prominent Period US Race History
Maserati’s Legendary and Innovative Sports Racer
Eligible for the Finest Historic Motoring Events Worldwide
Offered with Spare Engine, Transaxle and Bonnet
Rarely Offered on the Open Market
One of the Most Genuine Tipo 60/61 Birdcages in Existence
Retains Original Body, Chassis and Correct Type Engine
Certified by Maserati Classiche
Technical Specs
2,890 CC DOHC Inline 4-Cylinder Alloy Engine
Twin-Plug Ignition
Two Weber 48 DC03 Carburetors
250 BHP at 6,800 RPM
5-Speed Manual Transaxle4-Wheel Disc Brakes
Independent Front Suspension with Coil Springs
De Dion-Type Rear Axle with Transverse Leaf Springs
Saleroom Addendum
Note: The Engine Number is 370/0107/GT and the Vermont Registration Certificate incorrectly lists the Chassis Number as DB4GT107R.
Also, please note that the rear suspension is of a coil-spring design, not leaf-spring as stated in the catalogue.
