1963 Lancia Flaminia Sport Zagato 2.8 3C
- Engine
- 2.8L V6 with three Weber 35DCNL dual-choke carburettors, 150 bhp
- Colour
- Metallic silver
The Lancia Flaminia Sport Zagato (chassis 132-1013) is a rare 2.8-litre triple-carburettor example bodied by Zagato with its signature alloy construction and double-bubble roofline. Built in 1963, it is one of only 33 surviving open-headlight Sports to retain the original 3C 2.8 configuration rather than being converted to SuperSport specification. Originally delivered to a Swiss owner, the car passed through several Swiss and German hands before undergoing comprehensive mechanical and cosmetic restoration in the mid-1980s, and has since been maintained to a high standard by its long-term Swiss custodian.
Ownership
- —Auction saleSold €280,000 (≈ $308K)
- 1963-11-26 → 1971-08-01Factory deliveryDr. Ursula Rohr-Dietschipartial documentation
First registered owner, based in Solothurn, Switzerland. Sold the car to the next owner in August 1971.
- 1971-08-01 →Private saleDieter Storckpartial documentation
Zurich-based architect who purchased the car directly from the first owner. Held it until the mid-1980s when it passed to a dealer.
- → 1985Private saleB. Oppenheim Exclusive Automobilesfull documentation
Dealer that commissioned substantial mechanical and cosmetic work in Italy, including a full engine rebuild, electrical restoration, respray from original blue to silver metallic, and interior refurbishment. Receipts and records on file.
- 1985 →Private saleCurrent owner from Zollikon, Switzerlandfull documentation
Undertook further mechanical and bodywork between 1990 and 1995, including a new exhaust, brake and clutch servicing, a further respray in silver metallic, and re-upholstery in dark red leather. Comprehensive maintenance records kept since then.
Competition
- 19601960 Coppa Intereuropa1st overall
Victory achieved by a privateer entrant in a Flaminia Sport; not this specific chassis.
- 19611961 Mille Miglia2nd overall
Runner-up finish by a privateer Flaminia Sport in the event during its regular running period; not attributed to this specific chassis.
- 19621962 Targa Florio1st in class
Class victory taken by a privateer Flaminia Sport; not this specific chassis.
- 19631963 Targa Florio1st in class
Further class victory by a privateer Flaminia Sport; not this specific chassis.
- 19631963 Coppa Intereuropa1st overall
Second overall victory for the Flaminia Sport model in this event, achieved by a privateer; not attributed to this specific chassis.
Maintenance & restoration
- —Bodywork
Body re-sprayed in metallic silver and interior re-upholstered in dark red leather.
Undertaken between 1990 and 1995 alongside the mechanical work.
- —Service
Ongoing thorough maintenance covering carburettor servicing and restoration, fuel system, heating system, brake system, and routine service items. Extensive documentation retained.
Carried out by the current owner from 1995 onwards on a regular basis.
- —Engine rebuild
Complete engine rebuild carried out while the car was with B. Oppenheim Exclusive Automobiles, with work performed at facilities in Bolzano and Grosseto, Italy. Supporting receipts and documentation are retained.
Commissioned by B. Oppenheim Exclusive Automobiles during the mid-1980s.
- —Mechanical
Full overhaul of the electrical system undertaken as part of the broader mid-1980s restoration programme.
Carried out in Italy alongside the engine rebuild; receipts survive.
- —Bodywork
Complete bare-metal strip and repaint from the original blue to silver metallic, plus full renewal of interior upholstery and carpeting.
Part of the mid-1980s restoration commissioned by B. Oppenheim Exclusive Automobiles.
- —Mechanical
New exhaust system fitted; brake and clutch systems overhauled as part of a broader mechanical and cosmetic programme.
Carried out between 1990 and 1995 by the current owner.
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