The biturbo is number 28 in the bbc book crap cars and in 2007 was. Either way, if you get one, youll have to become an expert on working on and sourcing parts for really rare cars. Free official maserati biturbo service manual, as used by the maserati dealers and servicing departments. Since 1976, the company had been developing a new small car that it hoped would combine maseratis prestige with a. Maserati s mainstream model throughout the 1980s and the first seriesproduction road car to employ a twin turbocharged engine, the biturbo debuted in twodoor form 1982. Maserati, on request to interested parties, will issue a technical note for authorization to fit the more common sized 19560 vr14 tyres. The chassis was updated as well with lowered suspension and new, wider.
To satisfy the requirements of their italian market, in 1985 maserati introduced the biturbo 420 1985 1986, identical to the 425, but with the 1996cc engine of the coupe. Lost cars of the 1980s maserati biturbo hemmings daily. The maserati biturbo was introduced to the american market starting in the model year of 1984, and was truly the first mass production effort put forth by maserati. In 1985 the biturbo e became available, which featured an intercooler system which truly raised power and torque a fairly good amount.
The maserati biturbo was a family of executive grand tourers produced by italian automobile manufacturer maserati. However, we think the early biturbo with masochistic engineering and shocking resale values does deserve special mention. Choose mileage and options to get your 1985 maserati biturbo 2 door coupe book value and price. The result was the maserati biturbo, which appeared in europe in 1981 with a 2liter carbureted, twinturbo, 180hp, 90degree v6 based on the italyonly merak 2000s normallyaspirated v6. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 2 biturbo models nationwide. Please read the autocheck report rating, or you can car carfax it yourself, the reports are goodbuy it or weeppretty straight, rare running 1985 maserati biturbo coupe survivor in good running condition. Quality is at the heart of everything we do at carid, so whatever your project, our brand name products and qualified experts will ensure success. Browse interior and exterior photos for 1985 maserati biturbo. Advance auto carries over 4 aftermarket parts for your 1985 maserati biturbo, along with original equipment manufacturer oem parts.
Grootste aanbod maserati biturbo occasions uit nederland. The original biturbo was a twodoor, fourseater notchback coupe of somewhat smaller dimensions than the bmw 3 series of the time featuring, as the name implies, a twolitre v6 engine with two turbochargers. Cheap to get into but expensive to run, modenas twoturbo terror can be a rewarding drive. Later biturbo variants improved significantly through the years, and the new models are fantastic. Used 1985 maserati biturbo for sale in englewood, co. Car a rac presents recommended by manufacturers capacity, voltage and sizes. Make sure the car has a maserati service history and check that the service book shows an oil change every 6000 miles along with a timing belt replacement every 24,000 miles. Engine the maserati v6 is a very robust engine, having an uncommon 90 angle between the cylinder banks and it stands out in the field of high performance engines for its non existent thirst for oil. Delivered new in italy on the 4th of june 1986, comes from second. Book depository books with free delivery worldwide. Less than a month after i found a rare biturbo spyder, lee managed to find another one down in texas, though a little. The biturbo is number 28 in the bbc book of crap cars and in 2007 was selected as time magazines worst car of 1984, although they ranked the chrysler tc by maserati as a greater ignominy.
The 1981 maserati biturbo was solid proof that alejandro detomaso wanted to take maserati in a new downward direction. Maserati biturbo specs 1982 1986 technical specifications for years 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986. Mike discovers a 1985 maserati biturbo wheeler dealers. The maserati biturbo was produced from 1981 through 1991. Compare the gas mileage and greenhouse gas emissions of the 1985 maserati biturbo sidebyside with other cars and trucks. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 1 1985 biturbo models in englewood. This attractive twodoor, guigarostyled coupe was designed and priced to compete with bmws offerings as opposed to being priced on par with maserati. As far as i can, i have compiled the internal and external pictures of 1985 maserati biturbo for you in this video. Good condition, always garaged, never driven in rain or snow. Research all 1985 maserati biturbo for sale, pricing, parts, installations, modifications and more at cardomain.
Citroen merged with peugeot after the sevenyear affair with its italian counterpart, that had produced the maserati bora and merak, and the citroen sm. This model was meant primarily for the italian market, where cars with engines over 2 litres of capacity were heavily taxed by the government during the 1980s. The car was true to the maserati heritage, providing luxurious accommodations in a sporty package. Much has been written of the fact that the humble 84 biturbo sales are what saved maserati from bankruptcy back in the 80s, and that allowed the company to become what it is today. Shop millions of cars from over 21,000 dealers and find the perfect car.
Zamfm1102ha3344 25,900 miles redtanblack weber marelli fuel injection, intercooled turbo chargers. Maserati biturbo 1984 biturbo is, of course, italian for expensive junk. This attractive twodoor, guigarostyled coupe was designed and priced to compete with bmws offerings as opposed to being priced on par with maserati s. The biturbo is a twodoor, fourseater notchback coupe of somewhat smaller dimensions than the bmw 3 series of the time featuring, as the name implies, a twoliter v6 engine with two turbochargers and a luxurious interior. Vintage, collector and antique auto value trends, model history and vin decoder. Later that year, maserati added the 420s 1985 1987, equipped with the same 205 bhp engine as the biturbo s coupe, to the range.
The 228 was based on the longwheelbase biturbo sedan platform, but was a 2door 5seater, meant more as a. Find available tires from the top brands for a 1985 maserati biturbo base model. Maserati biturbo classic cars for sale classic trader. Shop 1985 maserati biturbo vehicles for sale in englewood, co at cars. Maserati classic cars biturbo for sale car and classic. The biturbos v6 engine is pretty much bulletproof as long as the service intervals have been adhered to.
Maserati introduced another variant on the biturbo theme in 1986, with the 228. Dec 29, 2016 whilst looking for a 1985 maserati biturbo, mike discovers one that was converted to electric in the early 90s. The maserati biturbo was a family of executive grand tourers produced by italian automobile manufacturer maserati between 1981 and 1994. You need to spend some time in the biturbo forums and talk to actual owners to figure out if this is the right car for you. The maserati biturbo is a sports car introduced by maserati in 1981. Maserati biturbo v6 4ac 24 motor start up duration. The 420 was launched in 1985, two years after the 425. Classics on autotrader has listings for new and used 1985 maserati biturbo classics for sale near you. It was simply the same car overall, only with the 2.
Later that year, maserati added the 420s 19851987, equipped with the same 205 bhp engine as the biturbo s coupe, to the range. Want to make your 1985 maserati biturbo one of a kind, keep it running at its peak, or turn it into a highpowered beast. Rockauto ships auto parts and body parts from over 300 manufacturers to customers doors worldwide, all at warehouse prices. That engine is a lexus 1uzfe, which as we all know. Maserati built so many strange vehicles that finding a car that scares potential owners is not difficult. Get the best deals on interior parts for maserati biturbo when you. Whilst looking for a 1985 maserati biturbo, mike discovers one that was converted to electric in the early 90s. The maserati biturbo was a family of executive grand tourers produced by italian automobile. Have owned car since 2002 and knew the previous owner. Epa mpg owner mpg estimates 1985 maserati biturbo 6 cyl, 2. Carefully selected pictures of 1985 maserati biturbo. The car itself is sometimes a bit hard to start, depending on the weather. This 1985 biturbo eschews that issue, and all the others that plagued the alfieridesigned v6, for a fuel injected dohc v8 designed in japan.
The biturbo has been quite nice, although it was an experience to find out that the garage had a special, slightly higher price to service maseratis. The maserati biturbo was the most reliable car ive ever owned. To satisfy the requirements of their italian market, in 1985 maserati introduced the biturbo 420 19851986, identical to the 425, but with the 1996cc engine of the coupe. This attractive twodoor, guigarostyled coupe was designed and priced to compete with bmws offerings as opposed to being priced on par with maseratis. Our vast selection of premium accessories and parts ticks all the boxes. Feb 14, 2016 maserati biturbo v6 4ac 24 motor start up duration. Zoek in meerdere websites tegelijk naar een tweedehands maserati biturbo. At least, it is now, after maserati tried to pass off this bitter heartbreakonwheels as a proper grand touring sedan.