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New Dingley Village, VIC, 3172

Maserati Indy 4.7 Coupe 1971

$98,000

Body type Coupe

Transmission Borg Warner Automatic

Vehicle Overview

The Maserati Indy occupies an interesting place in the marque's history: a grand touring coupe with genuine Italian character, yet configured for relaxed long-distance travel rather than outright sporting minimalism. This 1971 example is one of the relatively rare 4.7-litre cars, combining the model's elegant, spacious profile with Maserati's V8 power and a Borg Warner automatic transmission.

Its dark red exterior gives the car a suitably distinctive presence, while the tan leather interior creates a warm and period-appropriate cabin. The available description records the paintwork as being in very good order and the interior likewise, making the car appealing as a classic to enjoy visually as well as from behind the wheel. The automatic transmission also suits the Indy’s grand touring character, allowing the driver to concentrate on the car’s smooth V8 delivery and substantial road presence.

This car was imported into Australia by Alec Mildren, who was the NSW Maserati concessionaire at the time. It is accompanied by a full set of books and some history, providing useful documentation for a significant Italian coupe from the early 1970s. The specification is particularly notable for its 4.7-litre engine, fed by four Weber 42mm DCNF carburettors. Of the 1,104 Indys produced, only 364 were powered by the 4.7-litre engine, giving this version added rarity within the model range.

With a stated weight of a little over 1,600 kilograms, the Indy balances its generous grand touring proportions with the responsive character and torque associated with the Maserati V8. Its combination of rarity, period styling, automatic ease and documented Australian connection makes it a distinctive classic for an enthusiast seeking something less familiar than the better-known Italian coupes of the era.