BACK ISSUE INDEX OF Viale Ciro Menotti (VCM)

1986 - 1987

JAN. 1986
ISSUE #45

• MASERATI MEET EXTRAVAGANZA ISSUE. Coverage of the Seventh Annual Maserati/MIE Meet with many photos, owner interviews, Concours results and much, much more. Also included are photos and coverage from the East Coast Meet, Italian Happening and Laguna Seca Historic Races. If you were unable to attend these events, you won't want to miss this issue.
• INTERVIEW: MRS. PIETRO FRUA. The famous designer's widow takes us on a tour of her departed husband's studio and shares her memories of the important period in history when Mr. Frua was designing Maseratis.
• INTERVIEW: GIULIO ALFIERI. The former chief engineer of Maserati Automobiles and the current Managing Director of Lamborghini talks of his accomplishments -- past and present -- as well as his goals for tomorrow.
• TECH TIPS:
  • #77- CAM TIMING.
  • #78- FITTING THE CYLINDER HEADS AND CHAINS TO THE V-6 MERK.
  • #79- ADJUSTING THE TIMING CHAINS.

FEB. 1986
ISSUE # 46

• FEATURE CAR: THE INDY. A classic and elegant car in true grand touring style. This issue carries several pages of in-depth coverage, along with photographs, road tests and Indy Owner's Reports.
• 420 UPDATE. Italian translation with information and photos covering the 420 and its engines.
• SIX-VALVE CYLINDER HEAD. An informative and interesting article on the proposed 6-valve cylinder head, including many cross section drawings.
• TECH TIPS:
  • #80- BORA TECHNICAL CONVERSATION.
  • #81- HYDRAULIC FLUID KEY.
  • #82- HYDRAULIC FLUID KEY.
  • #83- AIR CONDITIONING YORK COMPRESSOR.
  • #84-INLINE SIX-CYLINDER BEARING UNDERSIZES

JUNE 1986
ISSUE #47

• FEATURE CAR: MISTRAL COUPE. An excellent overview of the inline six-cylinder Maserati, including an Owners' Report. Twenty plus pages of Mistral coverage, with photos, road tests and specifications.
• INTERVIEW: A VISIT WITH THE ORSIS. An interesting interview with Adolpho and Roberto Oris, the sons of Omar Orsi, owner of the Maserati Factory from the late '30s through the '60s.
• MILLE MIGLIA. This memorable experience is shared by spectator Francis Mandarano, and includes many photographs of rare vintage sports racers.
• TECH TIPS:
  • #86- LINER INSTALLATION PROCEDURE.
  • #87- CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT OF IDLE MIX.
  • #88- HEAD GASKET TORQUEING.
  • #89- CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT - V-8.
  • #90- BITURBO TEMPERATURE CONTROL BREAKAGE.
  • #91- ENGINE IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS.
  • #92- INLINE-SIX HEAD GASKET INSTALLATION.

OCT. 1986
ISSUE # 48
* SPECIAL ISSUE

• FEATURE CAR: GHIBLI COUPE. This "Ghibli Buyer's Guide" has over 30 pages and 65 photos that will inform and excite you. Included are in-depth Owner's Reports, original road tests and results of the Ghibli Owners' Survey. The Ghibli is the most desirable and quickest to appreciate of the Maserati line. The information contained in this issue will prove valuable to present and future owners.
• DESIGNER GIUGIARO: Known as the Maestro, his hand has brought life to many important designs, namely the Ghibli, Bora, Merak, and Quattroporte. This issue introduces the man behind the lines and illustrates the cars he has designed.
• INSURANCE: Some tips on cutting your insurance costs.
• FROM ITALY: News on the Maserati 228, Biturbo 425 and a comparison between the Quattroporte and the Lagonda by Aston Martin, all translated from Italian press.
• TECH TIPS:
  • #93- AUTOMOTIVE TERMINOLOGY IN ENGLISH AND ITALIAN. An aid for reading the parts manuals.
  • #94- MERAK V-6 SPECS. Translations from the Factory Tech. Manual.
  • #95- INDY COOLING FAN MODIFICATIONS.
  • #96- V-8 CAMSHAFT SPECIFICATIONS.

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  1987

  ISSUE #49
  March 1987

  • FEATURES: This issue contains exciting coverage and photos of Maserati's summer and fall events throughout the world.
  • THE EIGHTH ANNUAL MASERATI/MIE MEET: The event held at Northstar's resort in Northern California drew the largest attendance ever. Whether you were present or not, you'll enjoy seeing all the photos and experiencing the fun-filled four-day event.
  • THE FACTORY'S SIXTEENTH YEAR CELEBRATION & THE FIRST MEET OF THE ITALIAN REGISTRO. Coverage includes several photographs of the Factory, important Maseratis and famous faces from the legendary racing days. If you missed the celebration, don't miss the story.
  • OTHER EVENTS INCLUDE: Automobile Italiana; The East Coast Gathering; Colorado Vintage Race/Concours; Laguna Seca Vintage Races; Italian Happening Mid-West; Expo '86 -- Vintage Concours; Italian Happening Northwest.
  • NEWS FROM ITALY: Preview of the new Biturbo SI; introduction to the new face-lifted Quattroporte "Royale"; and the debut of the "228". Also, a road test from the Italian press on the Biturbo I.
  • INTERVIEW: GERALD GREENWALD. Chairman of Chrysler Motors. Mr. Greenwald is responsible for all Chrysler's automotive operations worldwide. Included are comments by Mr. Greenwald regarding Chrysler's association with Maserati.
  • BOOK REVIEW: Maserati Biturbo, by Automobilia. Outlines the Biturbo S, 420, 420 S, 425 and Spyder.
  • TECH TIPS:
    • #97- V-8 ENGINE CHECKING AND SETTING SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE 4.2-, 4.7- & 4.9-LITRE. A report from the Factory's engine test department, January 7, 1972. Very comprehensive; gives specifications on cam timing, ignition, distributor and carburetor settings, and recommended spark plugs according to engine number.

  ISSUE #50
  July 1987
  ** RARE ISSUE

  • FEATURE CAR: THE KHAMSIN. This beautiful and exotic V-8 was introduced ahead of its time. Even by today's standards the Khamsin remains mechanically and aesthically advanced. Coverage includes road tests, specifications, reproductions of brochures and a comprehensive Owners' Survey.
  • BOOK REVIEW: Investing in Classic Automobiles for Profit and Capital Gain by Richard Rush. The author shares the expertise gained over many years of buying and selling collectable automobiles. Includes many tips on what to look for, checking the condition of the automobile, important and unimportant factors, a rating formula and more.
  • NEWS FROM ITALY: Articles include coverage on the Racing Biturbos, the introduction of the Royale (with excellent photographs), the Biturbo Si, the Biturbo 420i and 228i.
  • INTERNATIONAL NEWS: This issue contains contributions from the following European Maserati Clubs: Austria, Australia, England and Germany.
  • TECH TIPS:
    • #98- ELECTRONIC IGNITION SYSTEM. The precautions to be taken on cars fitted with this system.
    • #99- ENGINE IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS. The key to identifying engine size: 3.7-, 4.0-, 4.2-, 4.7- and 4.9-litre.
    • #100- CARBURETOR BANJO FITTING TORQUE.
    • #101- BITURBO OIL CHANGE.
    • #102- 3500 GT COUPE INTERIOR RELATHER AND CARPET. Quantities required.
    • #103- 3500 SPYDER INTERIOR CARPET AND LEATHER. Quantities required.
    • #104- MISTRAL COUPE CARPETING. Quantities required.
    • #105- GHIBLI COUPE INTERIOR RELEATHER AND CARPET. Quantities required.
    • #106- GHIBLI SPYDER INTERIOR RELEATHER AND CARPET. Quantities required.
    • #107- KHAMSIN UPHOLSTERY TIME AND MATERIALS. Quantities required.
    • #108- BITURBO SPEEDOMETER MISREADINGS.