Highlights

Rare right-hand drive example of Lancia's stylish two-door convertible
Preserved by the dry Johannesburg climate
Two former registered keepers reported from new
In current ownership for approximately six years
Garaged from new by its first keeper
Resprayed during current ownership
Approximate shipping costs to the UK (will vary depending on shipping company used and vehicle value): £1500 and additional costs may be incurred. For more information, please contact sam.neill@carandclassic.com

The Appeal

Those that know their classic Lancias will be well aware that a right-hand drive Beta Spider is a rare find in any condition, let alone one so incredibly well-preserved as this 1981 car. The secret ingredient is the South African climate. This car has globe-trotted somewhat, with spells in the Netherlands and the Isle of Man, but it has spent most of its time garaged in Johannesburg, preserving its originality wonderfully.

The Lancia Beta Spider is among the most characterful open-top sports cars of its era. Penned by Pininfarina with a removable targa-style roof panel, it paired Italian design flair with a willing twin-cam engine and engaging road manners. As interest in 1970s and 1980s Lancia models continues to grow, well-kept examples such as this are becoming increasingly difficult to find.

Our car was purchased new in Johannesburg, where it was always garaged. It accompanied its first keeper through moves to Holland and the Isle of Man, being officially registered in both, before returning to South Africa. The second keeper was her neighbour, who had long admired the car. The current vendor acquired it in 2020 and subsequently had it resprayed to address minor garage rash and some sun fading on the boot lid. As the photographs attest, it presents very well throughout, ready to meet its next keeper.

Key Information

Mileage: 75,428 km (indicated)
Country of registration: South Africa (also historically registered in Holland and the Isle of Man)
Technical inspection status: offered without inspection
Technical specs: 2.0-litre four-cylinder DOHC petrol, five-speed manual
Paperwork: South African registration documents

The Detail

The respray during current ownership addressed garage rash on several panels and sun fading on the boot lid
The vendor states the vehicle is in very good condition in every respect; well-preserved and very original
Described by the vendor as a potential everyday modern classic for the enthusiast
Paint, badges, and trim all presenting very well
Period alloy wheels fitted
Smart original interior with minimal wear apparent for the car's age
Soft rear window appears in good condition
Clean underside presentation which can be studied in the photographs

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