- Very fine original condition

- Elegant Pinin Farina line

- Particularly rare model

The various stickers and badges on this car suggest that it was used to take part in various rallies in Italy, and has spent most of its life there. It was its attractive original condition that seduced its current owner, a passionate Lancia collector based in Germany, who bought it in 2016. The paintwork is consistent with an older restoration and the original chromes are very well preserved. Inside, the red leather upholstery is magnificent and the painted sheet-metal dashboard is in very nice condition, behind the handsome wooden steering wheel. The engine was recently rebuilt by Touring Garage, a renowned specialist based in Bonn.

The Lancia B50 is a particularly rare model. Lancia's chassis lent itself perfectly to coachbuilders' creations, of which Pinin Farina was one of the very best. Its elegant, tapered-wing design makes it one of the most attractive convertibles in its class, while its 6-cylinder engine runs beautifully smoothly. When we tested it, the V6 was very smooth, as was the gearbox, and the car has a pleasant sound that is both muted and sporty. With four soft-top seats and a good-sized boot, this car is ideal for outings with family or friends. Rare and original, you almost certainly won't come across another identical model at any of the events for which it is eligible, including the Mille Miglia.

Photos © Peter Singhof