Description
Lancia Fulvia 1.3s Coupe | 1972
Highlights:
- Restored in 2010
- Repainted in original Lancia Blu colour
- Fitted with electronic ignition and electric fuel pump
- Mechanically good with recent carburettor overhaul
- Classic Italian coupé with elegant styling and lively driving dynamics
The seller offers for sale this 1972 Lancia Fulvia 1.3s Coupe, a classic Italian sports coupe celebrated for its sharp handling and distinctive design. The car has a well-documented history dating back to its earlier life in Italy. In the 2000s, the vehicle was imported into the Netherlands, where it underwent a restoration in 2010.
Mechanically, the Fulvia is powered by a 1,290 cc four-cylinder engine, a hallmark of Lancia’s engineering prowess, delivering lively performance and a distinctive exhaust note. This example has been upgraded with a modern electronic 1-2-3 ignition system and an electric fuel pump, both improving reliability and drivability. In 2025, the carburettor was overhauled, ensuring smooth and dependable running.
The bodywork is reported to be in good condition, with no current need for repairs or paint correction. Small cosmetic blemishes in the interior are noted, including a crack in the plastic covering of the steering wheel and a minor crack on the top surface of the dashboard, which has been filled but remains visible. Seats and side panels are finished in red vinyl, showing no significant damage and maintaining a period-correct aesthetic.
Lights, indicators, and electrical systems function properly, and the car holds a valid technical inspection (TÜV) along with accompanying records and reports, including historic vehicle certification.
The Lancia Fulvia Coupé stands as one of Italy’s most admired sporting vehicles, both for its elegant Bertone-influenced styling and for its technical ingenuity. Launched in 1965, the Fulvia Coupé followed the innovative engineering path set by Lancia, featuring a narrow-angle V4 engine mounted longitudinally and driving the front wheels, a layout that contributed to the car’s excellent handling and balance. Its sharp steering, well-tuned suspension, and light weight made it a favourite among drivers who valued precision and responsiveness.
The Fulvia found significant success in motorsport, most famously winning the International Rally Championship in 1972, the same year as this car’s production, cementing its reputation as a formidable rally machine. Despite its relatively small engine displacement, the Fulvia developed a spirited character, rewarding enthusiastic driving with lively performance and an engaging soundtrack. Its mechanical sophistication, combined with elegant yet understated styling, made it an object of desire for discerning drivers seeking more than mere transportation.
The 1.3s variant offered a sweet spot in the Fulvia lineup, pairing the lively 1.3-litre engine with subtle aesthetic enhancements and improved trim over base models. For collectors today, Fulvias are appreciated not only for their beauty but also for their advanced engineering and the rarity of well-preserved examples. Values have been steadily climbing, driven by interest from enthusiasts eager to own a piece of Italian motoring heritage that remains usable and enjoyable on modern roads.
This particular example, with its documented restoration, tasteful upgrades, and attractive colour combination, embodies the essence of the Fulvia’s appeal. It represents an opportunity for collectors or classic drivers seeking an authentic Italian coupé with a genuine connection to one of Lancia’s most celebrated eras.
Condition of the Bodywork and Paint
4. Very Good: Small dents or scratches; may require minimal bodywork or paint correction.
Condition of the Interior
3. Good: Shows typical wear; may require some repairs or part replacements.
Technical Condition
4. Very Good: Mechanically solid, with possible minor maintenance required.
Overall Condition
4. Very Good Condition: Shows only minimal wear and is ready to drive at any time.
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This car is currently located in Hesse State, Germany.
This car drives, brakes and shifts.
The car has German registration. The buyer is responsible for registration in his own country and responsible for delivery and collection of any vehicle purchased at the auction.
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