1973 Maserati Indy 4900 Coupé
Representing Maserati’s entry into practical grand touring, this sleek Vignale-designed fastback became the company’s first unibody construction automobile.
Named to commemorate the marque’s consecutive Indianapolis 500 victories in 1939 and 1940, the Indy debuted at the 1968 Turin Motor Show before entering production the following year.
The 4900 variant marked the series’ performance peak, featuring a 4.9-liter V8 producing 320 horsepower and capable of reaching 165 mph. Only 300 examples of the 4900 model were manufactured between 1972 and 1975, making it the rarest of the three engine configurations.
Unlike the two-seat Ghibli, the Indy offered genuine four-seat accommodation within its aerodynamic coachwork. The practical design included a large hatchback-style trunk opening and approximately 18 cubic feet of luggage space, addressing the needs of well-heeled travelers who required both performance and practicality.
Total Indy production reached 1,104 cars across all variants, with the model serving as a sophisticated alternative to contemporary four-seat grand tourers like the Lamborghini Espada and Ferrari 365 GT 2+2.
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