1989 Chrysler TC by Maserati

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

The 1989 Chrysler TC by Maserati was a unique collaboration between Chrysler and Maserati, aimed at creating a handcrafted luxury grand tourer. The project was initiated by two long-time friends, Lee Iacocca, then CEO of Chrysler, and Alejandro de Tomaso, owner of Maserati. The TC, which stands for “Turbo Convertible,” was introduced at the 1986 Los Angeles Auto Show and was built on a modified version of Chrysler’s K-platform.    Production of the TC began in late 1988, with assembly taking place in Milan, Italy. The car featured a Chrysler 2.2-liter turbocharged inline-four engine, producing 160 horsepower, paired with a three-speed automatic transmission. An optional 200-horsepower, 16-valve Maserati-engineered inline-four with a five-speed Getrag manual gearbox was also available. Additionally, a 3.0-liter V6 engine from Mitsubishi was offered.   

The TC was designed to be a high-end vehicle, featuring luxury amenities such as Italian leather seats, a 10-speaker sound system, and a removable hardtop with opera windows. With the TC, Lee Iacocca wanted “to change the way the world looked at Chrysler” creating a new image for the automaker. Only 7,300 units of the exclusive $33,000 TC were produced between 1989 and 1991, like this ’89 finished in Light Yellow.   

Highlights 

• One of 3,377 Turbo II-powered TCs produced in 1989 (965 in Light Yellow)  

• Finished in Light Yellow Clear Coat with Ginger leather interior  

• Chrysler 2.2-liter “Turbo II” inline-four engine  

• Three-speed A413 automatic transmission  

• Clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report 

Features 

• Color-matched removable hardtop with opera windows   

• Convertible soft top  

• Italian leather six-way power seats  

• Leather-covered instrument panel, door trim panels, and center armrest  

• Ten-speaker Ultimate Sound System with compact disc player 

Known Imperfections 

• Minor rust around the wheel wells and towards the front fender 

• The soft top has one tiny tear on the driver’s side, near the bottom back 

• Dent in driver's side front fender 

• Dent in passenger side quarter panel  

• Small dent in driver’s door: 

• Minor paint imperfections 

 Included 

• Keys 

Ownership History 

The accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History Report places this 1989 Chrysler TC by Maserati in Illinois, Indiana, North Carolina, and since 2024, Florida.  

Additional Notes 

Sales Tax Notice to Arkansas, Mississippi, and West Virginia Bidders: Because this car is located in Florida, Hagerty Marketplace may be required to collect and remit Florida sales tax on your purchase, even if you plan to register it outside of Florida. Unlike most other states, the states of Arkansas, Mississippi, and West Virginia may not provide a full credit against sales taxes paid to Florida. For additional information, please consult this publication and your own tax advisor regarding sales taxes applicable to cars located in Florida that are sold to residents of another state.