A rare alloy Mistral emerges from long-term dormancy—partial teardown, original mechanical components intact, and the kind of restoration puzzle that separates committed builders from weekend warriors. These Italian grand tourers are experiencing genuine market momentum as collectors recognize the Mistral's engineering sophistication and driving character.

Two-owner, original Color Z example surfaces with patina and honest wear—the kind of unrestored early T-bird that's become genuinely scarce. It'll demand serious money and skill to bring back, but clean examples are disappearing fast as collectors wake up to first-gen values. The real question: is this a restoration project or a parts car masquerading as opportunity.