Conceived in the late 1960s, shortly after Citroën took a controlling stake in Maserati, the Bora was a technological tour de force. It was fast and elegant, but with its mid-mounted quad-cam V-8 advanced hydraulics and double-wishbone suspension, it was also spectacularly modern. With proven Maserati tipo 107 V-8 power and sharp Giugiaro styling, its angular form stood apart from the era’s flowing shapes and predated the Lancia Stratos and Countach.

On offer is an unrestored example showing just under 11,500 miles when catalogued. Walter G. Kost of Illinois purchased the car new from Maserati dealer Continental Motors on July 31, 1978, and drove it sparingly until moving to Palm City, Florida in 1999, registering it there with just 10,685 miles. In May 2014, when the car was sold to a new enthusiast owner, it showed just 10,998 miles and was started regularly, run to operating temperatures, and driven a few miles monthly.

Displaying incredible originality, the engine compartment retains factory finishes along with correct hoses, clamps, wiring, factory stickers, and the distinctive quad-cam black crinkle finished cam covers. The Bora also retains original AGIP stickers on its windscreen and next to its coolant reservoir and the original spare remains properly preserved inside its vinyl cover. Accompanied by a plethora of rarely-seen original paperwork, this Bora is a rare find and is sure to interest even the most seasoned Italian car enthusiasts.