In 1971, Pininfarina designer Paolo Martin introduced the Fiat 130 Coupe. It was one of two large coupés styled by Pininfarina in the 1970s, the other being the Rolls-Royce Camargue.

Hidden beneath its sharp, attention-grabbing lines, this two-door four-seater, featured a 3.2-litre, two overhead-cam V6 engine, with all-independent suspension and four-wheel disc brakes.

Producing 165bhp, the powerplant was developed by a noted Ferrari engine master, engineer Aurelio Lampredi.

Mated to either a Borg Warner three-speed automatic or ZF five-speed manual, power assistance for the steering came as standard. Top speed of this elegant and luxurious Gran Turismo was circa 118mph. Production of the 130 Coupé ended in 1977 after only 4,492 had been built.

We are delighted to present this wonderful example, first registered in Spain in 1972. This is the rare manual example with limited slip diff. It has covered just 88,000 kms (55,500 miles) having had only two owners, the last for nearly 20 years.

Recently it has had the following recommissioning work carried out:-

Resprayed in Fiat 198 dark violet
Interior reupholstered in dark grey velour, with new carpet
Full engine service
Cam belt replacement
New carburettor
New brake master cylinder and servo

Incidentally, with the recent carburettor and engine tuning, it produces 161 bhp, just a little down on its factory stated 163bhp!

Many experts are starting to write about the 130 Coupe, and predict its value to soar.

How long can a car with links to Pininfarina and a Ferrari designed engine block remain less than £50,000?

It would be a pleasure to answer any questions you might have. However, to really appreciate this rare Fiat, it needs to be seen “in the flesh”, so do please call me directly on 01737 844999 to arrange a viewing at our new Redhill showroom.

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