Description

A prime example of Lancia in their peak and arguably one of the finest FWD sports cars of all time, the Lancia Fulvia Coupe is a wonderful example of classic Italian motoring…

Offered to market here is a charming example of a later 1.3 coupe. A 1972 model in exceedingly rare RHD form, it boasts a selection of subtle and tasteful modifications whilst retaining a good period look.

This car was originally set up for historic road rallies and found fair success doing so with its previous owner. Since then it has been partially returned to a more road friendly state making it a very well balanced car indeed. It’s a lovely example, and one that would make a good usable Italian classic in road going form, but also has great scope to become a full blown historic rally car.

It's arguably one of the finest looking cars of the era. This particular example is fundamentally okay throughout, finished in a classic red hue, though not perfect with a few areas of blemishing to the finish along with general marking commensurate with age etc. We feel it is entirely usable as is and the honest patina plays into the character of the car but these imperfections are worth noting if you are striving for perfection.

Inside looks to be quite well, with some well fitting aftermarket seats, and a custom centre panel with battery isolator and a selection of auxiliary switchgear.

Mechanically the car seems well. In its time with us we have taken it for a short road test around our farm and it performed nicely; starting, running, driving and stopping.

The former keeper of the car informs us that the following works were done for road rallying.

Adjustable balance handbrake
Twin Dellorto 40 carbs
Hybrid Lucas distributor
Acuspark trigger & rev limiter
HF Gearbox AVO front shocks
Koni rear shocks
Fibreglass bonnet and boot
Onboard fuel tank in the boot

Accompanied by the V5 reg document, a period owners manual and a small selection of invoices and old MOT certificates.