De Tomaso Guarà
The final masterpiece of Alejandro de Tomaso, featuring F1-inspired pushrod suspension.
- Power
- 286 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 4.8 s
- Top speed
- 168 mph
- Est. value
- $135k–$225k
About the De Tomaso Guarà
The Guarà was the final project overseen by Alejandro de Tomaso, debuting at the 1993 Geneva Motor Show. It was based on the Maserati Barchetta Stradale prototype and featured a radical aluminium honeycomb backbone chassis with F1-style inboard pushrod suspension. Early cars used the BMW M60 V8 before the company switched to Ford power in 1998; the BMW-engined variants are prized for their lighter weight and superior handling. With no power steering or servo-assisted brakes, it offers a raw, uncompromising driving experience that demands total focus from the driver.
De Tomaso Guarà specs
The De Tomaso Guarà produces 286 bhp (213 kW) and 400 Nm (295 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 4.8 seconds and has a top speed of 168 mph (270 km/h).
| Make | De Tomaso |
|---|---|
| Model | Guarà |
| Trim | 4.0 V8 |
| Years | 1993–1998 |
| Type | Supercar |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | Italy |
| Production | About 52 built |
| Engine | 4.0-litre BMW M60B40 V8 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 3,982 cc (4.0 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 286 bhp (213 kW) at 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | 400 Nm (295 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 7,000 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 4.8 s |
| Top speed | 168 mph (270 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,200 kg (2,646 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 238 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a De Tomaso Guarà worth?
A typical De Tomaso Guarà is estimated to be worth $135,000 – $225,000 (about £101,000 – £168,000).
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
De Tomaso Guarà rarity in CarSpot
The De Tomaso Guarà is a Unicorn card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 100 out of 100. The rarest tier: hypercars, one-offs and cars built in tiny numbers, typically fewer than about 500. A Unicorn card is worth 320 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
De Tomaso Guarà fun facts
- The Guarà's suspension was designed by Enrique Scalabroni, a renowned engineer who previously worked for the Ferrari and Williams Formula 1 teams.
- Because the inboard suspension occupies the entire front of the car, there is virtually no luggage space, leading reviewers to joke that you can only carry a credit card.
- The car's name, Guarà, refers to a breed of South American maned wolf, reflecting Alejandro de Tomaso's Argentinian heritage.
