Maserati Merak
The lighter, sharper evolution of Giugiaro's mid-engined 2+2 masterpiece.
- Power
- 220 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 7.7 s
- Top speed
- 155 mph
- Est. value
- $45k–$85k
About the Maserati Merak
Introduced in 1975, the Merak SS was the high-performance evolution of Maserati's junior supercar, designed to compete with the Ferrari 308 GT4 and Lamborghini Urraco. It featured a lightened chassis and a more powerful 3.0-litre V6 engine equipped with larger Weber 44 DCNF carburettors. While early Meraks relied heavily on Citroën's complex high-pressure hydraulics, later SS models like the 1977 version transitioned toward more conventional systems and adopted the driver-focused dashboard from the V8 Bora. Its distinctive flying buttress C-pillars, penned by Giorgetto Giugiaro, remain one of the most celebrated design elements of the 1970s wedge era.
Maserati Merak specs
The Maserati Merak produces 220 bhp (164 kW) and 270 Nm (199 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 7.7 seconds and has a top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h).
| Make | Maserati |
|---|---|
| Model | Merak |
| Trim | SS |
| Years | 1975–1983 |
| Type | Sports car |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | Italy |
| Production | About 1,830 built |
| Original price | About $28,000 when new |
| Engine | 3.0-litre V6 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,965 cc (3.0 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 220 bhp (164 kW) at 6,500 rpm |
| Torque | 270 Nm (199 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 7,000 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 7.7 s |
| Top speed | 155 mph (250 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,420 kg (3,131 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 155 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Maserati Merak worth?
A typical Maserati Merak is estimated to be worth $45,000 – $85,000 (about £34,000 – £63,000).
Its original price when new was about $28,000.
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
Maserati Merak rarity in CarSpot
The Maserati Merak is an Epic card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 68 out of 100. Supercars and serious performance cars, typically worth around £100,000 to £250,000. An Epic card is worth 80 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.
Maserati Merak fun facts
- The Merak was named after a star in the Ursa Major constellation, breaking Maserati's tradition of naming cars after famous winds.
- Despite its mid-engined layout, the Merak managed to fit two small rear seats, making it a rare 2+2 in its class.
- The SS model is easily distinguished from the standard Merak by a black grille located between the pop-up headlights.
