Description
The Lancia Beta is a mid-size car produced by Italian car manufacturer Lancia from 1972 to 1984. The car was named after the second letter of the Greek alphabet as a continuation of the naming convention used by Lancia in its first years of existence. Initially, the Lancia Beta was only available as a four-door hatchback (Berlina). Later, other body styles were added: a two-door Beta Coupé, a three-door Beta HPE shooting brake, the Beta Spider convertible with targa roof and roll bar and the four-door Beta Trevi sedan The Beta Coupé entered the market in spring 1974. It was designed by Piero Castagnero, who had also designed the Lancia Fulvia Coupé in the 1960s. The Beta Coupé was based on a shortened baseplate of the Berlina and was powered by the 1. 6- and 1. 75-litre twin-cam engines of 109 and 120 hp respectively. These models were officially called the 1600 and 1800. Equipment was improved over the sedan. In 1975, the Beta Coupé received a minor facelift with a slightly modified bonnet and a black grille with chrome strips. After the discontinuation of the Fulvia Coupé in 1976, the Beta Coupé was also fitted with the 1. 3-litre engine from the Berlina to continue offering a coupé in the 1300 class. The Lancia we offer you here is one such; a Lancia Beta Coupé with the 1300 engine. Originating from Italy and already imported to the Netherlands and provided with a Dutch registration. The paint has some signs of use, but absolutely no rust! Executed in the beautiful dark red colour: Rosso Arcoveggio, almost brown, which in combination with the velvet yellow interior is a feast for the eyes. With the contoured seats in the rear, it is a precursor to the gran turismos.... A very stylish Italian classic.
