Rowan Atkinson's 1993 Lancia HF Integrale Evo II, is for sale with Silverstone Auctions

This superb example of the 'Evoluzione' II in a very rare colour with low mileage is the personal car of actor, comedian, collector and race driver Rowan Atkinson of Black Adder and Mr Bean fame. It is estimated to sell for £65,000 - £75,000 with Silverstone Auctions on February 25th at the Race Retro Show, Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire.

First seen at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 1979, the Lancia Delta Integrale is best known for its domination of the World Rally Championship in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Constantly being developed, the first Evoluzione cars were built at the end of 1991 and carried on through 1992 and these Evo models were to be the final homologation cars built for the Lancia Rally Team competing under the Martini Racing banner.

Arriving in June 1993, a further development of the HF Integrale naturally became known as the Evo II and featured an updated version of the 2-litre, 16-valve turbo engine producing a little more power, 215bhp. The Evo II HF Integrale is now considered by many as the 'one to have' and this particular car enjoys an exceptional and appealing pedigree.

Originally supplied to Japan, this car was then selected and imported back to the UK in 2011 with all duties paid. It had been chosen for its rare colour of Lord Blue which is extremely smart. Atkinson has enjoyed many happy hours in the car, and it is supplied with a comprehensive history file, including a comprehensive Japanese service history, its V5C and a current MOT. This car is ready to be enjoyed and driven as it should be.

The market for Integrales of all types continues to grow and this is a superb example. Silverstone Auctions are proud to be offering this car in the forthcoming Race Retro Sale on Saturday 25th February at Stoneleigh Park.

ABOUT SILVERSTONE AUCTIONS

Formed in 2011, Silverstone Auctions is a world-class, specialist auction house for the sale of classic cars, modern supercars, all types of competition cars, modern and historic motorcycles as well as automotive memorabilia and became the UK's market leading classic car auction house in 2020.

We hold the exclusive automotive auction rights for Silverstone circuit and host sales as stand-alone events as well as an integrated element of some of Europe's biggest motorsport events such as the Silverstone Classic Festival. In addition to our sales at the circuit, we also host a number of auctions each year at other major classic car events including the NEC Classic Motor Show and Supercar Fest.

At Silverstone Auctions we take pride in selecting the very best of breed vehicles for our sales which not only attracts buyers from around the world but has already helped us achieve a number of record-breaking auction prices on behalf of our vendors.

We are committed to providing the best possible service for both buyers and vendors alike, so if you'd like to know more about buying or selling a classic vehicle with Silverstone Auctions, call us today on +44(0)1926 691141.

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