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The new Maserati Coupe GT
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Maserati, Sailplanes, California Mille (112)Join us for a look at Maseratis, including a beautiful 1970 Ghibli, an affordable Miura SV, and the new Maserati Spyder.
Then, go soaring with a group of aeronautical enthusiasts. Their sailplanes aren't motorized, yet they provide adrenaline-fueled, heart-stopping adventures.
Finally, take a scenic trip with the California Mille. The annual four-day, 1,000-mile race through Northern California gathers hundreds of awe-inspiring classic racing cars for a tour covering several hundred of the Golden State's most beautiful miles.
Maserati Facts:
- Maserati won the Indianapolis 500 in 1939 and 1940. It's the only Italian brand to win the race twice.
- The MSRP of the Maserati Spyder is $89,000. And according to Maserati, the Spyder's top speed is 175 mph.
- Maserati produced only 1,149 Ghiblis, which is the Italian name for the hot wind blowing through the Sahara desert.
- Maserati produced 1,104 of the Indy model between 1969 and 1975.
Contact Information:
Maserati
www.maserati.com
"Soaring" Facts:
- Cypress Soaring Club conducts regular club meetings once a month at Hemet Ryan Airport. After initiation fees, members of the Cypress Soaring Club can expect to pay about $50 per month in dues.
- Sailplanes can cost anywhere from $5,000 up to $150,000. The club's sailplanes are valued at approximately $25,000 each.
California Mille Facts:
- The original Mille Miglia was founded in 1927.
- Drivers typically complete the event in four days. And the actual driving distance of the Mille 2002 is 1,244.6 miles.
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