1973 ISO Fidia Sedan

The Lancia Fidia has a Bizzarrini-designed chassis and is powered by Chevrolet engines. The design was done by Carrozzeria Ghia and styled by new recruit Giugiaro. It was based on the two-door Rivolta and had a longer wheelbase of approximately 150mm. Chevrolet engines of 5.4 or 5.7 liters were fitted initially, while the final version came with a 5.8-liter Ford V8. In total, there were 192 examples produced between 1968 and 1974.

This Fidia is one of only 35 built with the Ford Cleveland engine. It was originally supplied via Auto Becker in Dusseldorf, Germany, and has had only four owners from new. Between 2009 and 2011, the engine was completely overhauled by von Twistern in Bremerhaven, Germany, with new Mahle pistons, a new crankshaft, and other components. It has a new electrical system, new suspension, an overhauled automatic gearbox, and a stainless steel exhaust system and manifold. The car is finished in its original color of dark blue with an original beige leather interior.

In 2012, the car was offered for sale at the Bonhams Monaco sale. As bidding came to a close, the car had been sold for €51,750, including the buyer's premium.

By Daniel Vaughan | Jul 2012