Highlights

Desirable Rallye 'S' model with 94bhp, HF oil cooler, brake servo and opening front quarter lights
Recent extensive refurbishment, including brakes and suspension
Italian home market car, imported and registered in the UK from 2021
Attractive and desirable Metallic Jamaica Blue paintwork

The Appeal

The Fulvia kickstarted Lancia's rallying success story. Barre 1970, it would win every Italian Rally Championship from 1965 to 1973, as well as the 1969 European Rally Championship and legendary Monte Carlo Rally win in 1972 at the hands of Sandro Munari and Mario Mannucci.

So why was the Fulvia so successful? Well, it all comes down to that drivetrain. With a narrow-angle V4 sat over the driven front wheels, the Fulvia had a huge traction advantage over its rear-wheel-drive competitors, for whom there was sideways action a-plenty, but getting the power down was a challenge. The Fulvia, therefore, made good use of its relatively modest horsepower, and its low overall mass ensured handling was sublime - no matter the surface it was on.

Today, these rally-bred sports coupés are greatly sought after, and this Italian home market 1970 example was imported to the UK in 2021. Fulvia aficionados will already know it ticks all the right boxes. As a 'Rallye S', it's the last and most sought-after incarnation of the first series cars, with 94bhp- (later cars had 90bhp) - as well as its HF-spec oil cooler, brake servo assistance and opening front quarter lights, ideal for the warmer months.

Finished in the desirable metallic Jamaica Blue with a cream interior, this Fulvia is very easy on the eye; surely one of the prettiest Italian sports cars of its day (and that's saying something)!

Following extensive recent mechanical refurbishment, this Lancia is ready to enjoy. Its specification and condition will certainly be the envy all all fellow Lancisti.

History and Paperwork

LHD example registered in Italy in 1970
Imported and registered in the UK in 2021
Extensive mechanical refurbishment since UK registration
76,498 km indicated
Exempt from road tax and MOT

The Condition

Bodywork presents impeccably with pin-straight shut lines and crisp swage lines
Stunning metallic Jamaica Blue paintwork, including the underside
The paint and chrome finishes present beautifully, with no notable imperfections reported
Refurbished wheels in cream to complement the interior, complete with Lancia embossed hubcaps
Single bullet-style sports wing mirror - particular to the 1.3-litre model
Cream interior appears in very smart condition with minimal signs of wear apparent
New seat belts installed
Lovely wooden dashboard facia and sports steering wheel both look in fine shape, with some patina to the latter
Period radio retained
Period-correct ribbed rubber floor mats look in smart shape
We're not advised of any known issues with the cabin electrics

The Mechanics

1.3-litre V4 petrol
Four-speed manual gearbox (with reserve)
Recent braking system refurbishment
Front leaf spring refurbishment completed
New front and rear shocks installed
Electric radiator fan added
New 123 distributor fitted
Various seals replaced
Very smart engine compartment
We're informed that the Fulvia drives beautifully with no known issues to report

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Comments

Julian6••••

3 days ago

Front a bit low & rear too high! Why?

rich.mi••••

seller

This is how a previous owner has set up the suspension, it doesn't seem to affect the handling or driving characteristics. If the new owner would like to change it can be adjusted be retorquing the suspension while there is some ballast in the rear