Individual Italian limousine tradition - the Lancia 2000
Summary
The restrained but stylishly designed 2000 Lancia saloon from the early seventies is a prime example of Lancia's philosophy of building cars for the discerning individualist. In the absence of commercial success, this led straight to Fiat. In the absence of commercial success, this led straight under the wing of Fiat. This vehicle report looks at the development of the Lancia 2000 and shows the elegant vehicle in historical and current illustrations, as well as in the sales brochure of the time.
This article contains the following chapters
- The last true Lancia
- 4-cylinder aluminum boxer, 2 liters, front-wheel drive
- High-quality cockpit
- The 2000 wears its fur on the inside
- Delicatessen for everyday use
- Exclusive pricing
- Further information
Estimated reading time: 5min
Preview (beginning of the article)
Northern Europe liked to think of Lancias as wallflowers or shade plants, especially in the seventies and eighties. Yet the products of the traditional Italian brand used to be something very special. Much more refined and comfortable than a Fiat, with technical sophistication and cleverness, but not as ostentatious and sporty as an Alfa Romeo (apart from exotic models such as the Stratos). The restrained but stylishly designed 2000 saloon from the early seventies is a prime example of Lancia's philosophy of building a car for the discerning individualist. Due to a lack of commercial success, this led straight to Fiat.
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