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1915 Lancia Theta Hydraplane Runabout Highly regarded Lancia model and first supplied to New York
United Kingdom • 14 Jun 2023
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This 1915 Lancia Theta Hydraplane Runabout is a highly regarded model, originally supplied to New York. It retains its original engine and many original features, with documented restoration work and a history file, making it a desirable piece for collectors.
Condition
7
The car retains its original engine, gearbox, and axles, and the Lancia Motor Club described it as 'remarkably original' in 1982. It has undergone restoration work, including an engine overhaul and body repaint. While some modifications have been made (12v electrics), the car presents very well overall.
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Transmission:
[Transmission]
Chassis No:
2645
Odometer:
[Odometer Reading]
Reg Number:
DS 6634
RHD/LHD:
[RHD/LHD]
A talented automotive engineer, Vincenzo Lancia founded an automotive company in his own name in November of 1906.
Previously he had been FIAT's chief test driver but in 1907 he was ready to launch the first car under the Lancia name with an ethos of original design, defiance of convention that would be forever associated with the name.
Lancia introduced the 35hp Theta in 1913.
Powered by a 4,940cc four-cylinder side-valve engine producing 70bhp, an output good enough for a top speed of some 75mph, Vincenzo Lancia specified a typically innovative built-in electrical system for the Theta that included an electric starter, previously not seen in Europe.
Built in two different wheelbase lengths (3,100mm and 3,378mm), the Theta chassis was capable of carrying different coachwork styles and was, therefore, a relative success big hit in the USA.
With the last chassis delivered in 1919, by which time almost 1,700 had been made, some 25 are believed to survive, with many having lost their...
Points of note
£126,500
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£126,500
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£126,500
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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