Iso Grifo (1963)Charles from Port Chester, New York, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Iso Grifo GL

1963 — Italy

Muscle Era (1960-1974)Grand TourerItalianV8 EngineLimited ProductionNaturally Aspirated LegendsItalian ExoticsSwinging Sixties
Engine5,359 cc V8 OHV
Power300 hp
Torque350 lb-ft
Transmission4-speed manual
DrivetrainRWD
Body StyleCoupe
Weight3,197 lbs
0–60 mph6.4 sec
Top Speed162 mph
Production504 units
Original MSRP$11,500
BrakesDisc / Disc
SuspensionIndependent, double wishbones, coil springs / Live axle, coil springs, Watts linkage

Iso Grifo GL

Iso's masterpiece, the Grifo featured gorgeous coupe bodywork by Giorgetto Giugiaro at Bertone wrapped around a Chevrolet 327 V8 and sophisticated chassis engineered by Giotto Bizzarrini. This combination delivered supercar performance with the reliability and ease of maintenance of American powertrains. The Grifo could match contemporary Ferraris in performance while offering superior practicality. Over its production run, various American V8 engines were fitted, including the legendary Corvette small-block and big-block units.

$350,000 – $650,000

Verify matching numbers and original engine specification. Rust in body structure is a major concern. Check for proper De Dion rear suspension operation. Service history essential. Many were modified with non-original engines. Italian title and documentation preferred.

504 Grifos were produced from 1963-1974 in various configurations. Early cars used Chevrolet 327 engines, later versions offered 427 and 454 big-blocks. Series I (1963-1968) and Series II (1968-1974) variants exist.