Maserati Boomerang, one of the rarest cars aheads of its time
Rare GEMS - Dreams are often elusive, but the Maserati Boomerang is a tangible dream that remains etched in the memory of every car enthusiast. Half a century has passed since its unforgettable debut on March 9, 1972, at the Geneva Motor Show. The Boomerang, a truly Maseraty's automotive creation masterpiece, continues to captivate with its extreme, futuristic, and almost irrational beauty.
1972 Maserati Boomerang designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro of Italdesign and using the Bora's underlying mechanics. (Picture from: Roarington)
Its story began in 1971 when Maserati, having been acquired by Citroën in 1968 after the Orsi family relinquished control, presented the Bora, its first series production mid-engine model powered by a 4,700cc V8 engine, featuring simple and elegant lines by Giorgetto Giugiaro.
1972 Maserati Boomerang influenced not only the style of all subsequent Maserati creations but also several other projects by the famous designer. (Picture from: Autoblog)
In the same year, at the Turin Motor Show, a 1:1 scale non-functional concept car, also designed by Giugiaro and using the Bora's underlying mechanics, was presented. This revolutionary design, named the Maserati Boomerang, influenced not only the style of all subsequent Maserati creations but also several other projects by the famous designer.
Right side view of 1972 Maserati Boomerang. (Picture from: ClassidDriver)
However, by the time it appeared at the 1972 Geneva Motor Show, it was fully equipped and ready to stun the world. The Boomerang's design is nothing short of iconic. Its large trapezoid-shaped front glass, doors with upper and lower glass panels, and a vented engine hood at the back create a striking visual impact.
The Boomerang's futuristic exterior was matched by an even wilder interior, featuring a steering wheel that rotated around its instrument cluster and switchgear, along with an advanced swooping dash and laid-back seating position. (Picture from: CarAndDriver)
The car is powered by a 4,700 cc V8 engine borrowed from the Maserati Bora, capable of producing 310 horsepower. Inside the cabin, Giorgetto Giugiaro's genius shines through with unique features, including a steering wheel integrated with the dashboard and an instrument panel placed in the middle of the steering wheel.
1972 Maserati Boomerang's dashboard neatly and clean, it looks various car instrument panels were placed in the middle, and harmoniously blended with a unique steering wheel. (Picture from: Autoblog)
Despite being street-legal and having rear-wheel drive, the Boomerang was never intended for mass production. This uniqueness made the Boomerang a collector's dream. After its 1972 exhibition, an unknown Spanish collector purchased it. In 1980, the car was sent back to Maserati for restoration, since thenit changed hands several times.
The Boomerang made another public appearance in 1990 in Paris, where Giorgetto Giugiaro himself signed the car. Then, it making public appearances again at events like the Monterey Historic Automobile Races in 2000. The car was last seen on the streets of Nice, France, in 2012.
Rear side view of 1972 Maserati Boomerang. (Picture from: Autoblog)
Back in 2015, the Boomerang's journey continued as it was sold at the Bonhams Auction House for $3.7 million at the Chantilly Arts & Elegance event. This iconic vehicle remains a star in the world of classic cars, always ready to captivate new admirers and collectors.
The Maserati Boomerang's legacy is a testament to the power of visionary design and the enduring allure of a truly unique automobile. Its journey from concept to collector's item is a story of passion, innovation, and timeless beauty. This dream car will forever be remembered as a symbol of what can be achieved when creativity knows no bounds. *** [EKA [21062015] | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | MASERATI | AUTOBLOG | CARANDDRIVER | ROARINGTON | CLASSICDRIVER ]
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Maserati Boomerang, one of the rarest cars aheads of its time
Its story began in 1971 when Maserati, having been acquired by Citroën in 1968 after the Orsi family relinquished control, presented the Bora, its first series production mid-engine model powered by a 4,700cc V8 engine, featuring simple and elegant lines by Giorgetto Giugiaro.
In the same year, at the Turin Motor Show, a 1:1 scale non-functional concept car, also designed by Giugiaro and using the Bora's underlying mechanics, was presented. This revolutionary design, named the Maserati Boomerang, influenced not only the style of all subsequent Maserati creations but also several other projects by the famous designer. 
The Maserati Boomerang's legacy is a testament to the power of visionary design and the enduring allure of a truly unique automobile. Its journey from concept to collector's item is a story of passion, innovation, and timeless beauty. This dream car will forever be remembered as a symbol of what can be achieved when creativity knows no bounds. *** [EKA [21062015] | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | MASERATI | AUTOBLOG | CARANDDRIVER | ROARINGTON | CLASSICDRIVER ]
