1982 Fiat 238 (Assistenza Rally Alitalia) For Sale

The Appeal

Amongst the most evocative rally liveries is that of Alitalia, as their distinctive red and green stripes have graced incredible machines ranging from the Lancia Stratos to the Fiat 131 Abarth. No historic rally team is complete without a period-correct support vehicle, and that’s where this freshly restored Fiat 238 comes in.

Subject to a great deal of work mechanically, structurally and cosmetically, this high-topped van has been refinished in the Alitalia and would be the perfect accompaniment to classic rally cars from the ‘70s, ‘80s or ‘90s. Having attended several historic events including the Automotoretro di Torino and Miki Biasion's 2023 Rally Meeting, this van has proved a welcome addition to proceedings and will surely be great fun to own.

The History and Paperwork

Original registration retained

The van started life with a Michelin livery as a service vehicle

Recently restored to a high standard

Re-liveried accurately by Giacomo Baj- an expert in official liveries

To be supplied with a fresh service

Accompanied by numerous photos documenting the restoration process

Numerous invoices present

The Condition

Impeccably refinished throughout

Extensive repair work was required to eradicate corrosion

The load area has been left as a blank canvas for the next owner to exercise their creativity

Versatile high-topped variant

The bodywork is now very straight and free from any signs of corrosion

The trim and steel wheels present very well

The original seats have been reconditioned as they were in good order

No notable wear to the upholstery or controls

The Mechanics

Original 1.4-litre four-cylinder petrol engine

Four-speed manual gearbox

All presents nicely inside the engine compartment

New Carburettor

New/reconditioned braking system

The vendor reports that it burns some oil, as is apparently not uncommon for this engine

We’re informed that the van runs and drives exactly as it should

Any questions?

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1982 Fiat 238 (Assistenza Rally Alitalia)

Highlights

The Appeal

The History and Paperwork

The Condition

The Mechanics

Any questions?

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