1980 Talbot Lotus 2200

Highlights

Winner of the 1981 Giro d'ITALIA class with driver Gatti
Started and serviced regularly
Certified original kilometres
Equipped with recently overhauled and calibrated self-locking differential and close-ratio axle
Handmade steel exhaust made by Giordano, replaced in July

The Appeal

At the time of its arrival in showrooms in 1979, the Talbot/Sunbeam Lotus had come a long way. Designed to excel in rallying, they were equipped with a 155 hp Type 907 four-cylinder engine and a five-speed gearbox. It is a secret known to most experienced small sports car drivers - the 205 and Golf may be the best known cars, but the Lotus can beat them all.

This particular Talbot Lotus 2200 has a fascinating history, having won the 1981 Giro d'ITALIA class with driver Gatti. This particular example has been kept in good condition, started up and handled regularly to preserve its condition. It is not only the history that makes this car special, but also its mechanical features. It has a self-locking differential that was recently overhauled and calibrated and a close-ratio axle. The handmade steel exhaust made by Giordano, which was replaced in July, adds to the car's appeal.

The History and Paperwork

Registered in 1980
Italian registration
24,500 km on a five-digit odometer
Manual gearbox
Engine number E 470
Chassis number T4DCYAL303620
Registered with the Italian Automotoclub Storico Italiano
Complete with registration papers and homologation certificate

The Condition

Very good paintwork with very few scratches or other defects
Bodywork free of dents or significant damage
Decorated with many stickers and badges
Mismatched wheels with one bright orange, two Cromodora alloy wheels and one missing wheel
Good condition of chassis and underbody with minimal signs of surface rust and use
Interior in good condition with signs of normal wear and use
Equipped with sports seats and seatbelts
Considerably lightened, with all necessary racing equipment installed

The Mechanics

2200 cm³ engine
Manual gearbox
Has approx. 185 horsepower
Newly overhauled and calibrated self-locking differential and close-ratio axle
Handcrafted steel exhaust made by Giordano
Racing suspension and Lockheed brakes
Standard camshaft and wheels are also supplied
The seller informs us that the car is in excellent mechanical condition
However, he informs us that it may require some maintenance

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