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1963 Lancia Flaminia GTL Vanishingly rare Touring-bodied Italian icon in very original condition

United Kingdom • 24 Apr 2024

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This 1963 Lancia Flaminia GTL is a rare, Touring-bodied icon, believed to be one of only 11 registered in the UK. It retains a high degree of originality and has been subject to recent mechanical work, making it a compelling find for enthusiasts.

Condition

7

The car is in very original condition, believed to have never been restored, with a well-maintained red interior. The bodywork appears to be 'completely unwelded' apart from a professionally replaced front crossmember. Mechanically, the car is in fine fettle. These elements indicate a rating of 7.

/ 10

Transmission:

[Transmission]

Chassis No:

8261401018

Odometer:

[Odometer Reading]

Reg Number:

EAD 590A

RHD/LHD:

RHD

Introduced at the Turin Auto Show in 1957, Lancia’s Flaminia line was the successor to the ground-breaking Aurelia.

The Flaminia inherited the Aurelia’s revolutionary, DeVirgilio-designed V6 and rear-mounted transaxle, but the earlier model’s sliding pillar front suspension was replaced by a more modern unequal-length double-wishbone front suspension.

This excellent platform was subject to a number of coachbuilt designs to complement the factory Pininfarina offering.

The rakish Carrozzeria Touring GT was initially a two-seater, with only a carpeted shelf behind the seats.

In 1963, the GT design was altered to provide 2+2 seating capability, thus the GTL was born.

The 2,520mm wheelbase of the GT was lengthened by 80mm, although the overall length of the body only increased by 30mm.

The Flaminia engine was also enlarged and updated, culminating in the 2.8-litre 3C, with triple Weber double-downdraft carburettors giving 150bhp.

With its refinement and impressive build quality, the ...