Highlights
- Very original and well-kept early 1300
- Usable 60s saloon classic with scope to improve
- Valid Controle Technique to January 2030
- Original 1964 paintwork and interior
- Extensive mechanical work including cylinder head
- Shock absorbers, fuel system overhaul and other recent work
The Appeal
The Simca 1300’s designer, the elegantly named Mario Revelli de Beaumont, has been called “the most prolific designer you’ve never heard of.” He designed the remarkable 1935 Monaco-Trossi single seater as well as Fiat’s pre-war 1500. Yet his most populous creation is arguably similarly overlooked, with the stylish and hugely capable 1300 often in the shadows compared to better-known 60s saloons.
That is a shame, because as you can see from this well-preserved 1964 car, it is a very neat design. In period, it was noted for its handling and comfort, the former helped by Macpherson struts and the latter down to a spacious cabin with big, spongy seats.
These are all qualities that make this 1300 appealing either as a daily driver or weekend family treat. Finished in understated grey with a matching interior, both said to be original, it is a solid and very honest car. It benefits from a long list of recent work including new cylinder head, replacement tyres, new shock absorbers and fuel system repairs. There is scope to improve it, or perhaps enjoy its refreshing originality. With recently renewed Controle Technique valid to January 2030, perhaps there’s no rush to do anything. Instead, get out and enjoy it.
History and Paperwork
- First registered 1964
- Registration document
- Controle Technique valid to 14th January 2030
- Advisories to note on technical certificate as shown
The Condition
- Grey paintwork in fair condition with some cosmetic marks to note
- Vendor states that paintwork and interior are original
- We are told that the paint on bonnet and boot have received various touch-ups
- Bodywork in similar order with various scuffs and light dents as shown
- Panelwork is in good general condition with light corrosion to note
- Sits on steel wheels, comes with wheel hubs which are in the boot
- Matching spare wheel as shown
- Exterior chromework in good general condition with some age to note
- Some advisories to note on MOT
- Grey fabric interior with front and rear bench seats in fair condition
- Some staining to note to front seat bench
- Centre console modified with wood trim and auxiliary dial
- Interior fittings including switchgear, door cards and headlining in fair condition
The Mechanics
- 1,290cc 54hp ‘Rush’ 4cyl OHV Simca engine
- 4spd manual gearbox
- Rewired ignition system as shown
- Advisories to note on current technical inspection
Maintenance notified by seller:
- Cylinder head
- New radiator
- Front shock absorbers
- Electronic ignition
- Front ball joints replaced
- Gearbox linkages replaced
- New tires
- Brakes serviced,
- Thermostat
- Fuel pump with fuel lever
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