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1951 Lancia Ardea Series 5
Highlights
- A 5 Series true to the original
- Attractive blue-on-grey colour scheme
- Solid car that can be further improved
- Part of a small collection of classic cars
- Pleasant, unmodified interior
The Attractions
The Great Depression gave the world one of Lancia's most innovative cars. The 'little jewel' Ardea condensed the great qualities of the larger Lancia models into a small, economical and frugal car suitable for the needs of four people.
Of course, in pure Lancia style, it was also packed with revolutionary innovations, such as the equally compact 903 cm³ V4 engine. It was a highly successful car that evolved into four series during its three decades of production.
Here we can admire one of the last examples, a 1951 5 Series with a pleasing patina. It was bought to build up a small collection of classic cars and has rarely been used in recent years. It shows some signs of wear but is a solid car in good order, a car definitely worth investing in to improve. The most recent overhaul and maintenance work was carried out in 2021 and 2022.
It has been brought to our attention that there is a problem with the cylinder head gasket. Once fixed, however, this Lancia promises to be an interesting alternative to some of the more popular Fiat-based pre- and post-war cars.
History and Documentation
- First registration in 1951
- Original registration papers
- ASI CERTIFICATE
- Available documents certify its history and include old Revision stickers
- Last overhaul carried out in February 2021
- We were told that the car was serviced in 2022
- Purchased to start a small collection of classic cars
Condition
- Dark blue paintwork in fair condition, shows marks and chipping
- Areas of paint deterioration at the front of the car caused by a coolant leak
- Steel wheels with cream-coloured centre part and blue trim and matching spare wheel
- Bodywork is presentable, with some areas to be examined in photographs
- Car true to original specification, with chrome and original headlights in good condition
- Equipped with both wand and indicator lights for added safety
- The four-seater interior upholstered in grey fabric appears to have been reupholstered and is in good condition
- There are a couple of visible tears on the front seats
- Original dashboard and instruments in good condition with some nice patina
- Fitted with the original cream-coloured three-spoke steering wheel
- Rubber floor mats
- Car ordered from the factory with right-hand drive
Mechanics
- Lancia V4 engine of 903 cm³ in 5 Series version, capable of 30 bhp
4-speed manual gearbox
Recently replaced coolant pump
The seller informed us of a problem with the cylinder head gasket
We have been informed that the car is otherwise free of defects
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