Maserati Bora 4.7
Designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro at Italdesign and launched in 1971, the Bora represented Maserati's answer to the Lamborghini Miura and Ferrari Dino. Unlike its more temperamental rivals, the Bora emphasized refinement with excellent sound insulation, hydraulically-assisted pedals, and a full steel monocoque chassis. The 4.7-liter V8 produced 310 horsepower through four Weber carburetors, providing genuine 165 mph performance. The Bora's combination of exotic mid-engine layout with livable daily-driver characteristics made it unique among 1970s supercars.
Verify numbers-matching engine and transmission. The quad-Weber carburetor setup requires expert tuning. Check for rust in steel monocoque, particularly around windscreen and door frames. Hydraulic system (brakes, clutch, pedals) is complex and expensive to rebuild. Interior leather and switchgear show wear. Electrical issues common. Service history critical - these need regular expert maintenance. Earlier European-spec cars more desirable than later US-spec versions.
Total of 524 Boras produced from 1971-1978, with the 4.7-liter model dominating production. Built at Maserati's Modena factory with bodies by Vignale. A smaller 4.9-liter version was offered from 1976 primarily for the US market with reduced compression for emissions. The Bora was Maserati's first mid-engine production car.