Description
Facel Vega Facellia | 1960
Highlights:
– 1.8-Liter, 4-cylinder petrol engine with manual transmission
– Rare restoration project with strong potential
– Equipped with Volvo B18 engine
– Long history with documentation dating back to the 1980s
– Restoration already started including new cooling system
The seller offers for sale this Facel Vega Facellia from 1960, a stylish two-door coupe equipped with a manual transmission and powered by a 1.8-liter 4-cylinder petrol engine. This rare French classic is presented as an exciting restoration project, featuring a Volvo B18 engine as used in the later production models. The car comes in an attractive orange-red color with a black leather interior and has already undergone initial restoration work, including a renewed cooling system. It has been part of a German collection after being imported from the United States, and the engine was last running recently. The seller stated that the vehicle came from an estate, that the original documents were unfortunately lost in the mail, and that only a copy of the vehicle registration certificate is available!
Facel Vega was a prestigious French manufacturer known for combining elegant design with strong engineering. The Facellia was introduced as a more compact and accessible model, aimed at offering sporty performance with refined styling. Despite its smaller engine, the Facellia retained the brand’s luxurious character and distinctive appearance. Today, these cars are appreciated for their rarity and unique position in automotive history. A Facellia project like this offers an opportunity to restore a distinctive European classic with strong collector appeal and an interesting background.
Condition of the Bodywork and Paint
1. Requires Restoration: May have significant damage or rust, with some parts possibly missing.
Condition of the Interior
2. Fair: Noticeable signs of heavy use; may have burn marks, cracks, or permanent stains.
Technical Condition
1. Requires Restoration: Significant mechanical problems. The engine or transmission may not function.
Overall Condition
1. Requires Restoration: Does not drive, brake, or shift.
This item is sold on an as-is basis. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. Photos and descriptions of the listing are for information purposes only.
