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1973 ISO Fidia Restoration Project

United Kingdom • 29 Aug 2015 • Lot 206

Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This is a rare, right-hand drive 1967 Iso Fidia, one of only 16 ever made, and one of only seven fitted with a Ford V8 engine. It has been owned by the same family since 1979 but has been stored in a garage since the mid-1980s, requiring restoration. This presents a unique opportunity to restore a classic, fast four-door saloon with a powerful American V8 engine and Italian styling.

Condition

3

The car has been stored in a garage since the mid-1980s and has not moved for about 15 years. While the engine is reported as not seized, it will require mechanical reconditioning. Cosmetically, it will need restoration due to its age and storage conditions.

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Transmission:

[Transmission]

Chassis No:

B/250165LD

Odometer:

35,000 miles

Reg Number:

PMF705L

RHD/LHD:

RHD

Known best as manufacturers of the Isetta bubble car, Iso later became bona-fide supercar constructors in 1962 with the launch of the Giotto Bizzarrini-designed Rivolta coupé at the Turin Motor Show.

The styling was carried out at Carrozzeria Bertone and penned by Giorgetto Giugiaro, the power came from a 5.4 litre Chevrolet V8.

The four-door Fidia, longer in wheelbase by approximately 150mm, was a more practical proposition than the two-door Rivolta on which it was based.

Originally conceived as the S4 and introduced in 1967, the Fidia's four-door body was airy, graceful, purposeful and sleek, continuing Iso's leadership in advancing automobile design.

The 5.4 litre Chevrolet engine was fitted initially but towards the end of production, it was swapped for the 5.8-litre, Ford V8 engine.

Iso's proven underpinnings included independent front suspension, deDion rear axle and four wheel, power-assisted, disc brakes.

In total, 192 Fidias were produced and it is believed that in all o...