Lancia Beta Coupe 2000 i.e. Virtually One Owner from New

Virtually One Owner from New 

1984 Lancia Beta Coupe 2000 i. e. in Rosso Corsa (Racing Red) 

Unique and rare opportunity to acquire what must be one of the best. if not the best. Original UK right hand drives of this 2+2 Italian sports coupe powered by legendary 2. 0 litre Twin cam Lampredi engine.

One enthusiast owner from new until I purchased the vehicle 3 years ago. I was extremely fortunate to be able to acquire B255 FNP from the family following the sad bereavement of its first and only owner. His family were proud to tell me that he was a devoted Lancia Enthusiast and an engineer by trade. and as a result meticulous in the way he looked after his pride and joy. To start with. the car was extensively waxoiled from new. Always kept clean and garaged from new and avoided being taken out in bad weather. The slightest of squeaks. rattles or problems would be investigated and fixed immediately. B255 FNP was maintained exceptionally which can be seen from its extensive service history. fully stamped anti-corrosion booklet. and collection of every MOT. The most revealing thing about how this vehicle had been cossetted is the presence of a hand written log  detailing from day one. every item of maintenance and repair completed with date and mileage.

B255 FNP has covered 92. 00 careful miles from new and looks. runs and sounds beautiful. In its last 15 years of ownership. the owner purchased a modern day hatchback for convenience and economy. but could not face parting with his Lancia. As a result. he kept B255 FNP where it remained garaged. only coming out for cleaning. pleasure drives and servicing.  

Present are 2 sets of keys and the car is still wearing the original number plates from the supplying dealer.    

I have been advised that it has never been welded or had any paintwork and I myself can see no evidence to suggest otherwise. Other than a few stone chips that have been lovingly touched in. with it's bright chrome. and sitting on factory Cromodora alloys the bodywork is absolutely stunning.  

Under the bonnet. the engine bay is extremely clean with the paintwork just as bright as the exterior. Inside the car wears it's 80s tweed/cloth interior and black thick carpets with little or no wear. Everything is in working order from the vast array of gauges to the electric windows and steel sunroof. The story continues in the boot . which houses the spare wheel (full size Cromodora. no space savers here) and original and complete Lancia toolkit.   

In summary. this is a rare opportunity to acquire an original and unrestored Lancia Beta Coupe. retaining the essence and patina. which so many restored cars lose. It is in stunning condition. ready to show. enjoy. cherish or turn into a Concourse contender.

B255 FNP will come with a new MOT.

Welcome to view by appointment. This vehicle really needs to be seen to be appreciated.  

Cleared funds will be required before the vehicle is released. No Paypal payment due to their high charges.  

Due to the numerous requests for a buy it now price I have changed from Auction to Classified Advert.  

Also published at eBay.co.uk

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