1992 Lancia Delta HF Integrale Evoluzione

From the mid-1960s until the early 1990s, Lancia was a major force on the international rallying stage, winning the ‘World Rally Championship for Makes’ no fewer than 11 times between 1972 and 1992. This included a remarkable six successive victories commencing in 1987. During the same period, Lancia drivers won the European Rally Championship on 14 occasions and the World Drivers' Championship (only instigated in 1978) 4 times. Badged as the Delta HF 4WD on its introduction in 1986, the model retained the Volumex supercharger initially before switching to a straightforward turbo when transformed into the Integrale in 1987. The latter would prove a supremely capable rally car, winning the World Championship in both 1987 and 1988, yet in road trim remained a thoroughly practical family hatchback.

Homologated to maintain the works rally team's competitive edge, the first Evoluzione models were manufactured towards the end of 1991, incorporating wider front and rear track, appropriately altered bodywork, an engine re-mapped to produce more power and a number of other detail improvements.

Offered here at the 2023 Race Retro International Historic Motorsport show is a 1992 Lancia Delta HF Integrale ‘Evolusione’ or Evo 1 as they are commonly referred to, finished in sparkling Rosso Monza and fitted with optional black perforated leather sports seats. The Evo appears to have been first-registered in the UK back in 1996 and in 2004, when values were low, was subject to 'Category D' (damaged repairable) insurance claim. Today the Integrale presents nicely, the Rosso Monza paintwork retains a deep gloss and the interior also presents well retaining period features including the leather covered MOMO Corse steering wheel. The ‘Monte Carlo’ 5-stud alloy wheels have recently been refurbished and finish off the car nicely and we are informed that, when out on the streets, this box-arched rally legend still attracts all the right attention.

It's accompanied by its history file which includes old V5C registration paperwork, a wealth of old invoices and MOTs from over the years, a jack, copies of original sales literature. The car will be presented to auction with a pre-MOT inspection report indicating potential works required.

Low mileage, perfect examples are now starting to disappear into classic car collections and becoming increasingly difficult to source, and consequently the market for Integrales of all types continues to firm. This is a super opportunity to take ownership of a genuine Evo 1 that had some recorded damage in the past. However, could be used and enjoyed at a far more attractive price point. Offered without reserve, we welcome any pre-sale inspections of this cracking little Lancia.