Lancia Beta Montecarlo | 1980

Lancia Beta Montecarlo | 1980

Highlights:

– 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine, manual transmission

– 48250 km

– Mid-engined targa-style Spider with folding roof panel

– Second-series example finished in red

– Valid inspection

The seller offers for sale this 1980 Lancia Beta Montecarlo, powered by a 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine, paired with a manual transmission. This example is a second-series car finished in classic red over a black interior, presenting in good condition and showing 48250 km. As the open Spider version, it features the distinctive folding roof panel that allows targa-style open-air motoring while preserving the purposeful mid-engined silhouette. With its valid inspection, this Montecarlo is ready to be enjoyed by its next custodian straight away.

The Beta Montecarlo has a remarkable history. Originally developed by Pininfarina as a larger sibling to the Fiat X1/9, the design was ultimately launched in 1975 under the Lancia banner as the flagship of the Beta range. Both styled and built by Pininfarina, the Montecarlo combined a mid-mounted twin-cam engine with crisp, wedge-shaped lines and exceptional balance. Production paused in 1978 and resumed in 1980 with the improved second series, recognisable by its revised braking system without servo assistance, updated grille and improved interior. The model also earned serious motorsport credentials: the turbocharged Montecarlo Group 5 racers won their class in the World Championship for Makes, and the model formed the technical basis for the legendary Lancia 037 rally car.

For collectors, the Montecarlo offers a rare combination of Pininfarina design, mid-engined handling purity and genuine motorsport pedigree at a fraction of the cost of comparable Italian exotics. Production numbers were modest, and good examples have become increasingly sought after in recent years. With its charismatic twin-cam soundtrack, communicative chassis and open-top versatility, this Montecarlo represents an appealing opportunity to acquire one of the most distinctive Italian sports cars of its era.

Condition of the bodywork & paint

4 — Very Good. Clean with minimal wear; might need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts.

Condition of the interior

4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time.

Technical condition

4 — Very Good. Mechanically solid, with potential for minor servicing.

Overall condition

4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time.

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This car is currently located in: Flemish Brabant province, Belgium.

This car drives, brakes and shifts.

The car has a Belgium registration. The buyer is responsible for registration in his own country and responsible for delivery and collection of any vehicle purchased at the auction.

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