Lancia Stratos Stradale - 1977
'Here was something really special. For several years in the 1970s, the amazing Stratos was quite simply the best, most successful and most beautiful rally car in the world. It was the ultimate mid-engined/rear-drive package, and really the world's first purpose-designed rally car.' – Graham Robson, 'A-Z of Works Rally Cars'.
This stunning example of a supremely successful competition car from one of the most distinguished marques in automotive history was first registered in Austria on 17th April 1977. In 2001 the Stratos was imported into the UK, remaining with its new owner for the next 13 years before changing hands in 2014. The accompanying V5C registration document confirms two keepers in the UK.
Lancia specialists, Walker's Garage Ltd, have overseen this car's complete and thorough restoration, which included a full repaint by The Classic Car Workshop in 2015. As a result, the bodywork presents as new, with freshly applied Stratos and Bertone decals. All trim pieces appear as new, while the window louvres, roof spoiler, and boot spoiler are likewise in excellent condition. Body panel numbers are still visible, and there are no signs of any damage to either the front or rear panels. Recently refurbished, the original Campagnolo 14" alloy wheels are finished in striking gold paint and retained by the correct domed wheel nuts. Walker's Garage fitted a set of new Michelin XWX tyres in 2015, and also replaced the brake lines and master cylinder.
Boasting a lovely patina of age, the interior remains in very good condition. The dashboard, headlining, and fawn suede seats are original and show few signs of wear, while the instruments and switch gear are all correct and operating properly. Klippan safety harnesses are fitted, and the interior is also equipped with a heater.
In 2015, the present owner commissioned Walker's Garage to carry out a full inspection and rectify any issues that were discovered. The resulting works included fitting new hoses and brake and clutch lines; refurbishing the air box, header tank and suspension: oil and filter replacement; fitting a new ignition system and sports coil; changing the gearbox oil and replacing seals; installing bespoke stainless steel silencers and pipes; and carrying out a rolling-road test and carburettor tune. Walker's bill for over £ 14.000 (approximately € 16.450) is on file and this quite exceptional Stratos also comes with its original Austrian ownership documents (confirming matching numbers) and the aforementioned UK V5C.
Les Grandes Marques du Monde au Grand Palais
Bonhams
Sold for € 373.750
Estimated : € 350.000 - 400.000
Parijs - Paris
Frankrijk - France
February 2017
Lancia Stratos Stradale - 1977
'Here was something really special. For several years in the 1970s, the amazing Stratos was quite simply the best, most successful and most beautiful rally car in the world. It was the ultimate mid-engined/rear-drive package, and really the world's first purpose-designed rally car.' – Graham Robson, 'A-Z of Works Rally Cars'.
This stunning example of a supremely successful competition car from one of the most distinguished marques in automotive history was first registered in Austria on 17th April 1977. In 2001 the Stratos was imported into the UK, remaining with its new owner for the next 13 years before changing hands in 2014. The accompanying V5C registration document confirms two keepers in the UK.
Lancia specialists, Walker's Garage Ltd, have overseen this car's complete and thorough restoration, which included a full repaint by The Classic Car Workshop in 2015. As a result, the bodywork presents as new, with freshly applied Stratos and Bertone decals. All trim pieces appear as new, while the window louvres, roof spoiler, and boot spoiler are likewise in excellent condition. Body panel numbers are still visible, and there are no signs of any damage to either the front or rear panels. Recently refurbished, the original Campagnolo 14" alloy wheels are finished in striking gold paint and retained by the correct domed wheel nuts. Walker's Garage fitted a set of new Michelin XWX tyres in 2015, and also replaced the brake lines and master cylinder.
Boasting a lovely patina of age, the interior remains in very good condition. The dashboard, headlining, and fawn suede seats are original and show few signs of wear, while the instruments and switch gear are all correct and operating properly. Klippan safety harnesses are fitted, and the interior is also equipped with a heater.
In 2015, the present owner commissioned Walker's Garage to carry out a full inspection and rectify any issues that were discovered. The resulting works included fitting new hoses and brake and clutch lines; refurbishing the air box, header tank and suspension: oil and filter replacement; fitting a new ignition system and sports coil; changing the gearbox oil and replacing seals; installing bespoke stainless steel silencers and pipes; and carrying out a rolling-road test and carburettor tune. Walker's bill for over £ 14.000 (approximately € 16.450) is on file and this quite exceptional Stratos also comes with its original Austrian ownership documents (confirming matching numbers) and the aforementioned UK V5C.
Les Grandes Marques du Monde au Grand Palais
Bonhams
Sold for € 373.750
Estimated : € 350.000 - 400.000
Parijs - Paris
Frankrijk - France
February 2017