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Lancia Appia Series 3 in (historic) test - utility car with gusto

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Created on March 1, 1960

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Heinz Kranz

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Easily digestible tidbit - The third series of the Appia has been in production since 1959. It has come a long way from the first model from 1953, and not just visually.

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The Appia's steering wheel gearshift and transmission work flawlessly and more than live up to Lancia's reputation as a technologically advanced manufacturer.

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The compact saloon of noble provenance is very understated. It only reveals its qualities at second glance, i.e. on the first drive.

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Lancia Appia Series 3 (1959) - the four-door model

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Lancia Appia (1959) - also for golf players

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Lancia Appia Series 3 (1959) - front view

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A second series Lancia Appia from 1957 on the road for Quattroruote.

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Lancia Appia Series 3 (1959) - rear view

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Lancia Appia (1959) - Silhouette

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Lancia has undergone a major transformation since the Second World War. With the construction of the new plant and the growing number of dealerships, the door is now wide open for further positive developments.

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Miss Italia seems to have succumbed to the charm of the Appia. Many Lancia lovers are likely to feel the same way.

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The interior fittings proved to be in need of improvement. The glove compartment, side mirrors and blinker lever are only practical to a limited extent.

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Lancia Appia Giardinetta (1959) - Station wagon version

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Large hatch - The Giardinetta combi version is particularly space-conscious. Everyone else will be more than happy with the basic Appia.

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Lancia Appia Giardinetta (1959) - Estate model in the park

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Lancia Appia Giardinetta (1959) - Combi version for the whole family

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Lancia Appia Giardinetta (1959) - Station wagon version

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Lancia Appia Giardinetta (1959) - well loadable station wagon version

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Lancia Appia (1953) - sedan of the first series, a small Aurelia

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Lancia Appia Cabriolet (1959) - compact open-top driving pleasure

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Lancia Appia Cabriolet (1960) - in its fourth year of production

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Lancia Appia Cabriolet (1960) - with attached hardtop

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Lancia Appia Cabriolet (1958) - Interior with four seats

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Lancia Appia Coupé Pininfarina (1961) - the coupé

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Lancia Appia Allemano Coupé (1956) - one-off presented in Turin

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Lancia Appia GTE (1961) - Zagato variant of the Appia model

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Lancia Appia Allemano Coupé (1957) - elegant, but less stylish than the previous year's version

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Lancia Appia Zagato (1957) - the lightweight Zagato coupé at the Geneva Motor Show

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Appia of the second series in designer dress - Hardly anyone will pay the steep surcharge for the Lusso coupé from Vignale just because of the slimmer roof pillars. A few extra horsepower and a more stately, exclusive appearance are also included in the surcharge.

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Even in winter, the engine proved to be well-behaved and uncapricious. Its temperament can be heard and felt, but the engine is never rude.

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The VR4 engine was presented at the Geneva Motor Show in 1954. It is characterized by a long stroke and a small bank angle, which is reflected in a short overall length.

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Lancia Appia (1953) - sedan of the first series, looks like a small Aurelia

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Lancia Appia Cabriolet (1961) - Dimensions

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Summary

From 1953, Lancia produced the Appia saloon for people who disliked both characterless confection and extravagant otherness. With its simple bodywork, lively VR4 and good build quality, the Italian was certainly convincing, but also cost a thousand more than the significantly larger Opel Rekord. In 1960, test editors tried to find out whether the high price paid off for a seemingly small car. The original test report is accompanied by extensive historical images and sales material.

This article contains the following chapters

Sporty engine
Exemplary transmission
Short vibrations good for long journeys
1600 mm "entry width"
What about customer service and spare parts?
From the female perspective
Technical data, measured values, prices

Estimated reading time: 15min

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