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1975 Lancia Montecarlo Spider Series 2
Highlights
- One of only 817 Monte Carlo Spiders produced, with less than 200 in RHD
- Comprehensive refurbishment by ALF Centre in South Africa
- New soft-top canvas roof fitted by New Look Trimmers in Cape Town
- Car is currently on the water and due to land in the UK by 21/10/2024
The Appeal
In most regards, the Montecarlo was more of a Pininfarina creation than a Lancia one. While the car was built around a lightly modified Lancia Beta drivetrain, the car's bulk was made up of Fiat 124 and Ferrari components, with a full Pininfarina design that was angular while maintaining a subtle, stylish curvature - finished with extravagant buttresses. Sergio Pininfarina was so proud of the car that he insisted on the script branding. A 'signature' piece for the studio.
This beautiful mid-engined sports car has been very well looked after and recently underwent a comprehensive refurbishment provided by the ALF Centre of South Africa. All of this work has been documented, and much of the parts have been sourced by the UK's own Montecarlo Hospital. It's a highly authentic, highly evocative restoration that's sure to charm anybody seeking one of Italy's boldest designs.
History and Paperwork
- Built in 1975
- One of less than 200 RHD Monte Carlo Spiders produced
- Currently indicates 58,740km on a five-figure odometer
- Purchased from the original owner
- Comprehensive refurbishment recently undertaken by ALF Centre in Gordons Bay, South Africa
- New soft-top canvas roof fitted by New Look Trimmers in Cape Town
- Invoices are available for refurbishment work
- Requires first registration with DVLA – a straightforward process. The vendor is a former South African resident and is more than happy to assist with the registration process
- Vendor happy to handle the whole registration with the DVLA for the buyer for a small fee if requested
- Car is currently on the water and due to land in the UK by 21/10/2024 and will be available for collection from Norwich, UK
- All shipping costs and import taxes have been paid by the vendor
- Car will undergo a voluntary pre-MOT inspection for the new owner prior to collection
The Condition
- Bodywork presents in very good order and is free of any obvious corrosion
- Red paintwork appears in smart condition with only light signs of use
- Trims are in good order
- New soft-top canvas roof has been installed
- 17" wheels in good order, shod in a nice set of tyres
- Cabin is clean and nicely kept
- Original black leather seats have been refurbished
- No sign of any rips or tears to any of the upholstery
- Dashboard is clean and well-kept with clear, legible instruments
- Boot looks in fine order
The Mechanics
- Powered by the 2.0-litre Lampredi I4 engine
- Manual transmission
- Engine bay in very good order
- Refurbished by ALF Centre with plenty of new components
- We understand the car to be in good working order
- We've no reports of any mechanical issues
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