1978 Maserati Merak Base
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Photo: 1980 Maserati Merak SS (US model) in Black, front right by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Maserati Merak 2000 GT (ie a V6 tax special) by Charles01, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Maserati Merak 2000 GT by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: Maserati Merak 2000 GT (ie a V6 tax special) rear three quarters by Charles01, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photo: 1980 Maserati Merak SS (US model) in Black, rear left by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the Merak (1972–1983); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
- Photo: 1980 Maserati Merak SS (US model) in Black, front right by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Maserati Merak 2000 GT (ie a V6 tax special) by Charles01, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Maserati Merak 2000 GT by Rutger van der Maar, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Maserati Merak 2000 GT (ie a V6 tax special) rear three quarters by Charles01, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 1980 Maserati Merak SS (US model) in Black, rear left by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 1978 Maserati Merak Base is a 3.0-liter V6 with a 5-speed manual and rear-wheel drive.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.0L V6 DOHC |
| Displacement | 3 L |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 2 valves/cylinder |
| Injection Type | 3 Weber carburetors |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Unequal-length A-arms, coil springs |
| Rear Suspension | Unequal-length A-arms, coil springs |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Ventilated disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | Disc |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Width | 69.6 in |
| Height | 44.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in |
Safety & Recalls
No NHTSA data available for the 1978 Maserati Merak.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov). US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.