1973 Simca 1000 Rallye 2 Race Car
Highlights
- Only 12,997 km since new
- A well-known competition car since its debut
- Evolved to Rally 3 specifications and beyond
- Part of a collection of racing cars that has achieved many important successes
- Accompanied by historic racing homologation and documents
- Equipped with homologated roll bar and R3 mudguards
- A very competitive car with a high level of equipment
- Road registered in Italy
The Attractions
The most valuable things are often found in the smallest boxes. This also applies to the various Rallye versions of the small rear-engined Simca 1000. These light and agile sports cars have proved so capable in track and hillclimb racing that many have gone straight from the showroom to the track.
Including this one. First registered in February 1973 in Rome as Rallye 2 with an engine of 1,294 cm³ with 80 hp, it almost immediately began competing in the Simca one-make championship, achieving its first victories. In the years that followed, it was thoroughly updated to Rallye 3 and later specifications, turning it into a winning racing car with great potential. Major improvements include 40mm Weber carburettors - just like the Rallye 3 - and a machined cylinder head with modified valves and seats.
Currently part of a collection of historic racing cars, it is rarely driven but has homologation and certification for historic racing. The most recent maintenance work includes a new timing belt pulley, water pump, oil cooler and electric fuel pump, all high-quality components.
Started and driven regularly, it has been described to us as very reliable. This Rallye 2 with extremely low mileage also comes with a Technical Inspection Certificate valid until May 2026. This small racing car represents a very attractive opportunity indeed.
History and Documentation
- First registered in Rome in February 1973
- Developed to compete with the Renault R8
- Used almost immediately to compete in one-make races organised by Simca
- Developed continuously while competing in track and hillclimb races
- The modifications it received made it similar to the later Rallye 3
- Part of a collection of racing cars, started up and driven regularly
- All documents in order to participate in historic races
- Seller believes that the low mileage of 12,997 km is real
- Car with high technical specifications, summarised below
The Condition
- Classic lime green colouring is factory correct
- Retains many of its original Rallye 2 features
- Homologated roll bar and race number rims on the doors
- 7-inch steel wheels with Yokohama A048 semi slick tyres
- Bodywork and paintwork are in good condition, with some signs of ageing
- This car is still used in competitions, so it cannot be expected to be immaculate
- Fitted with Rallye 3 mudguards and rear spoiler
- Interior in very good original condition in racing trim, including black sports seat
Mechanics
- Factory-correct 1,294 cm³ Rallye 2 engine with 100 bhp
- Uprated engine with specifications summarised below
- 4-speed manual gearbox with shortened ratios
- Very light, offering excellent handling and remarkable performance
- Upgraded to Rallye 3 specification summarised below
- Part of a collection of racing cars, started and driven regularly
- Seller believes the low mileage quoted is genuine
- Prepared for racing
- Seller reports that it runs properly and drives well
Technical specifications:
- Equipped with front radiator for better engine cooling
- Two 40 mm Weber twin-body carburettors
- Disc brakes on all wheels
- 1,294 cm³ engine updated to Rallye 3 specification
- Modified and machined cylinder head with compression ratio increased to 10.5:1
- Modified valves and valve seats
- Upgraded exhaust system from Rallye 3 race car
- Estimated power output of 100 hp
- Higher-performance pistons
- New high-quality oil cooler and electric fuel pump
- New water pump
- New timing belt pulley
- Shortened gear ratios for uphill racing
- Koni shock absorbers
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1973
- Make Simca
- Model 1000
- Colour Green
- Odometer 12,997 Miles
- Engine size 1294
Listing Details
- Seller Type Private
- Location International
- Country Italy
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