1972 Maserati Mexico 4200
Italian luxury met grand touring performance in one of Maserati’s rarest production models during the late 1960s and early 1970s. Only 480 examples of the Mexico were built between 1966 and 1972, making it significantly more exclusive than the contemporary Ghibli, which saw a production run of 1,274 units.
The model earned its name from an unusual connection to Mexican president Adolfo López Mateos, who owned the 5000 GT prototype that inspired the production car.
Carrozzeria Vignale styled the elegant four-seater coupe on a shortened Quattroporte chassis, creating a more sporting alternative to the larger sedan while maintaining space for four adults and luggage. The design featured understated lines that balanced sophistication with athletic proportions.
Two V8 engines were available: a 4.7-liter producing 290 horsepower and a 4.2-liter variant generating 260 horsepower. Both versions could achieve top speeds around 150 mph (240 km/h). Of the total production, 305 cars received the smaller 4.2-liter engine, making these variants particularly sought after today.
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