Used 1987 Lancia Thema 8 32 Ferrari V8 : Rare Super Sport Sedan - cars & for sale in San Francisco, CA

1987 Lancia Thema 8.32
Super Sport Sedan Flagship with Ferrari V8
#D191
Offered at $25,975

Refreshed and restored example of rare and cool sport sedan that looks fabulous and runs perfect.

This exceptional example was recently refreshed by our team in Italy and has undergone a thorough cosmetic redo, new paint, comprehensive interior restoration and detailed mechanical inspection and rebuild as necessary. All import paperwork is in order, and fees and duty paid.

The base car was in excellent mechanical condition overall prior to restoration. From the ground up all suspension components were inspected, new bushings installed as required, lower left control arm replaced, new shock absorbers fitted front and rear, finished with a 4-wheel alignment and balancing. Rims were inspected and reconditioned. Under the hood, the entire drivetrain was tested and proven mechanically sound. Engine showed good oil pressure and compression. Replacements included the clutch cable, shift linkage components, coils and spark plugs, sending units for cooling and oil pressure, mid and rear exhaust system and replacements of all fluids. A new air conditioning compressor was installed along with a full recharge of the AC system. The car now starts and runs like new.

There was no visible rust on any part of the entire body. The undercarriage is in exceptional shape and has been cleaned. The entire body was hand sanded in preparation for a respray in the original Lancia green and finished with a 2 stage clear coat. New pinstripes to match original Ferrari paint scheme were applied. New tail lights were installed and the seals for the retractable spoiler were redone. All exterior trim and badging touched up. The car shows beautifully with a rich, deep luster to the appealing and uncommon metallic green color.

The plush Alcantara interior was professionally cleaned and sanitized including seats, door panels, carpeting and air ducts. All instruments and dash wiring were inspected and repaired as necessary including all gauges, controls and dash lights. The headliner was removed, cleaned and refreshed with new padding. Interior now shows as new with no visible wear or any staining or deterioration of the materials. Dashboard sports an impressive array of gauges and controls, all in perfect working order.

On the road the 8.32 behaves like proud stallion. The Ferrari V8 starts with a subtle roar, idles smoothly and runs strong and clean at all rpms. Shift and clutch action are sure and crisp. The steering is tight and balanced. This Thema 8.32 handles rough roads with a confident poise and surprising comfort. The car demonstrates its premium character and sophisticated engineering at every opportunity.

A very clean and solid example with a well done full cosmetic restoration. Rides, drives and runs like the thoroughbred it is, with an upscale, high techn interior that is sure to delight any enthusiast. Very rare, and in very fine shape . a unique and desirable motorcar by any standard

OFFERED AT $25,975 . serious inquiries only please

NOTE : Car comes with Vermont title and plates . not easy to register in California.

RESTORATION DETAILS 2018 work
Full Engine & Drivetrain Inspection
New Coils & Spark Plugs
Temp and Oil Pressure Senders Replaced
Front Subframe Bushings Replaced
New Shocks Front & Rear
New Clutch Cable
Repaired Shift Linkage
New Exhaust System
New AC Compressor & Recharge
Replace All Fluids

Wheels Cleaned and Polished
4-Wheel Alignment and Balance

Original Interior Refreshed
Refitted Headliner
Clean & Detail Upholstery and Carpets
All Interior Lights & Electronics Checked
New Tailights
New Retractable Rear Spoiler Seals

Complete exterior Paint job
New Pinstriping
Hand Sanded, Double Clear Coat
Odometer 153,287 Km = 110,806 miles
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MODEL HISTORY : Lancia Thema 8.32

The late 1980's was a challenging time for European carmakers and, in order to save on development costs, Lancia partnered with SAAB, Alfa Romeo and Fiat to jointly develop a shared platform for a new executive class, luxury sedan. It proved to be an inspired idea that spawned four unique vehicles each with genuine brand character. The Lancia Thema (Type 834) was the executive car produced by the Italian automaker between 1984 and 1994, and one of those which shared the Type Four platform alongside the Alfa Romeo 164, Fiat Croma and Saab 9000.

The SAAB influence was very beneficial in many ways, particularly rust-proofing and component reliability. The Thema re-established Lancia as a high-quality luxury manufacturer with a galvanized steel chassis and rust protection that equaled or bettered that of its competitors. Build quality was much higher than the Fiat Croma's and on par with the Saab 9000, with which it shared a great deal of body engineering, including doors.

The Thema was designed by Giorgetto Guigiaro and was considered one of the most spacious and comfortable European cars of its time. The lines are clean and classic, understated and elegant. A prominent rear spoiler adds some flair. In an effort to move upmarket and establish a prestige flagship model, Lancia fitted a modified Ferrari V8 to the top of the line Thema variant - the 8.32, for V8, 32 valves. This accomplished its purpose from a PR angle, but the Thema 8.32 was very expensive at the time of its introduction and sales were very limited. Fewer than 4,000 Thema 8.32 models were built from 1986 to 1992, making the car very special and rare today.

First shown at the Turin Auto Show in 1986, the Thema 8.32 was assembled at Lancia's San Paolo plant in Turin. Under the hood was a 2927 cc, Tipo F105L, Ferrari V8. Based on the unit used in the Ferrari 308 and in the Ferrari Mondial Quattrovalvole, it was modified to accommodate front wheel drive and retuned for more robust low and mid-range torque. The engine differed from other Ferrari V8s of the time in that it was equipped with a cross-plane type crankshaft rather than the usual flat-plane crankshaft, smaller valves and different firing order. Both Series 1 and 2 cars in non catalysed form produced 212 HP and were capable of 0-60 mph in 6.7 seconds and a top speed of 149 mph, whilst catalysed versions were slightly detuned.

In addition to a sonorous exhaust note the Theme 8.32 offered strong performance and excellent refinement. The interior is notably well designed and luxuriously trimmed. A true Q ship, the Thema 8.32 offers very high performance and a very low profile.
Year: 1987
Make: Lancia
Model: Thema 8.32
Odometer: 178,325 km 110,806 miles
VIN: ZLA83400000097248
Inventory number: D191

Specifications:
Lancia Thema 8.32
3.0 V8 32V
2,927 cc (178.6 cu in)
212 hp at 6750 rpm
210 lb·ft at 4500 rpm
5-speed manual
Top speed 149 mph

Production : 1984-1994
Dimensions :
Wheelbase - 104.7 in
Length - 180.7 in
Width - 69.1 in
Height - 56.7 in
Curb weight - 2,866 lb
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