Lancia Fulvia Monte Carlo - Page 2

FANALONE · #16 (**permalink**) 12-20-2006, 06:17 PM

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You keep posting pictures and it might cause me and my bank accounts terrible terrible damage.

Did many of your Lancias come from Italy? What does it typically cost to import a car??

FANALONE · #17 (**permalink**) 12-20-2006, 06:30 PM

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this paticular car is very important in the history of Lancia is because is the model of celebration of Sandro Munari winner of 1972 Monte carlo Rally, well after driving a Jr Z and GTV 2000. is very different engine sound also is a front wheel drive, the view to is more clear. you sit more straight what is cool is no bumpers in this model. is hard to find a real Monte carlo version this days. But they are out there. here is my friend who has one.

shaunpond · #18 (**permalink**) 12-21-2006, 07:39 AM

Adan, congratulations on acquiring the Monte Carlo!

I've had my Fulvia Coupe for a year and a half now, around 15k miles, and it's a delight.

Lancia's engineering and design work, pre-Fiat takeover, was superb. The very narrow angle (13 degrees or so) DOHC V4 motor loves to be revved. The four speed transmission on my '67 is probably one of the best I've experienced. And it's far and away the best handling car in the rain I've ever had.

Regards

rloewy · #19 (**permalink**) 12-21-2006, 09:00 AM

Congrats on the new car. She is a beaut. I had a chance to sample a 1.2HF in the past and the drive is very exciting. This is possibly the best driving FWD car ever - definitely the best one I ever sampled. The only one that came close is the Peugeot 205 GTI I drove.

What impressed me was how agile the little car is and how willing to rev the engine is. Being the HF - it made a whole lot of noise - so I am not sure it would be a great long distance car - but I would like to own one as a play thing. I am sure the non-HF models are reasonable for everyday driving.

I actually jumped into the car after a drive in my 7 - in most cars you are immediately confronted with cars that feel big, heavy and disconnected - and whata impressed me the most was that the Lancia did not feel that way.

FANALONE · #20 (**permalink**) 12-21-2006, 08:11 PM

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Originally Posted by rloewy

Congrats on the new car. She is a beaut. I had a chance to sample a 1.2HF in the past and the drive is very exciting. This is possibly the best driving FWD car ever - definitely the best one I ever sampled. The only one that came close is the Peugeot 205 GTI I drove.

What impressed me was how agile the little car is and how willing to rev the engine is. Being the HF - it made a whole lot of noise - so I am not sure it would be a great long distance car - but I would like to own one as a play thing. I am sure the non-HF models are reasonable for everyday driving.

I actually jumped into the car after a drive in my 7 - in most cars you are immediately confronted with cars that feel big, heavy and disconnected - and whata impressed me the most was that the Lancia did not feel that way.

shaunpond · #21 (**permalink**) 12-21-2006, 10:24 PM

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Originally Posted by rloewy

What impressed me was how agile the little car is and how willing to rev the engine is. Being the HF - it made a whole lot of noise - so I am not sure it would be a great long distance car - but I would like to own one as a play thing. I am sure the non-HF models are reasonable for everyday driving.

I actually jumped into the car after a drive in my 7 - in most cars you are immediately confronted with cars that feel big, heavy and disconnected - and whata impressed me the most was that the Lancia did not feel that way.

FANALONE · #22 (**permalink**) 12-23-2006, 06:13 PM

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One More Addition To The Collection I Have Always Wanted This Car 1972. Real Monte Carlo Version.

FANALONE · #23 (**permalink**) 12-24-2006, 02:03 PM

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I receive this today. can't wait.

**Jim Tyson** · #24 (**permalink**) 12-30-2006, 05:57 PM

I owned a Fulvia 1.3HF from 1980 to 95.Also a Fulvia alloy-bodied Zagato during the same time frame.These cars handle beautifully without ANY torque steer. Series 1 Fulvias were sold in the Us through 1967.These models had the 1.3 V4 with a 4 speed gearbox. Examples of the standard(non-HF) 1.3 Fulvia coupe appear regularly on ebay at very affordable prices.Also I can vouch that parts are both available and reasonably priced.
The HF was the Fulvia equivalent (and contemporary rival of) the GTA.The HF had a steel body but was lightened by installation of alloy doors,hood and trunk lid,plus light weight seats and elimination of the bumpers.The HF engine had higher compression and hotter cams and was rated at 111hp-more than enuf in a car weighing in at 1815 pounds. Later on the Fulvia coupe got enlarged to 1600cc and came with a 5 speed.

FANALONE · #25 (**permalink**) 12-30-2006, 08:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Jim Tyson

I owned a Fulvia 1.3HF from 1980 to 95.Also a Fulvia alloy-bodied Zagato during the same time frame.These cars handle beautifully without ANY torque steer. Series 1 Fulvias were sold in the Us through 1967.These models had the 1.3 V4 with a 4 speed gearbox. Examples of the standard(non-HF) 1.3 Fulvia coupe appear regularly on ebay at very affordable prices.Also I can vouch that parts are both available and reasonably priced.
The HF was the Fulvia equivalent (and contemporary rival of) the GTA.The HF had a steel body but was lightened by installation of alloy doors,hood and trunk lid,plus light weight seats and elimination of the bumpers.The HF engine had higher compression and hotter cams and was rated at 111hp-more than enuf in a car weighing in at 1815 pounds. Later on the Fulvia coupe got enlarged to 1600cc and came with a 5 speed.

FANALONE · #26 (**permalink**) 12-30-2006, 08:25 PM

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today I had my GTV, 2000 Bertone and my Fanalone compare , boy there are two warriors of different places and the front wheel is better to steer. but the torque of the 2.0 liter. it does come very good on take off. the gears of the fanalone gives a more speed in the turns it also has incredible RPM, if I was to chose one I take both.

**adenzeno** · #27 (**permalink**) 12-31-2006, 06:05 AM

Beeeeeeautiful!!!!!!!!!!

**mbaum** · #28 (**permalink**) 12-31-2006, 07:27 PM

Adan bought another car??? I better get one soon - so hard to keep up with this guy.

Congrats on the Monte Carlo. When does the Flavia Coupe arrive or do you have it already?

Mike

FANALONE · #29 (**permalink**) 12-31-2006, 08:58 PM

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Adan bought another car??? I better get one soon - so hard to keep up with this guy.

Congrats on the Monte Carlo. When does the Flavia Coupe arrive or do you have it already?

Mike

Vanimal · #30 (**permalink**) 12-31-2006, 09:42 PM

Adan, You are so much fun! It was great to meet you at the Best of Italy and France show.

Tomorrow my maroon 1973 1.3S that was parked next to you at the show will journey away to a new wonderful owner up in Oakland, Chris D.

I am now officially out of the Fulvia biz. But I can live vicariously through your wonderful enthusiasm, so thank you!