As with many homologation specials, the addition of an abbreviated suffix – in the case of the Lancia Fulvia, that of 'HF' – did not accurately reflect the manifold differences between the standard car and its competition counterpart. The former was powered by a 1,216-cc, 80-bhp version of the remarkable V4 engine, whilst the homologated 1.6 HF introduced for 1969 offered an all-new powerplant boasting an additional 400 cc, and a further 35 bhp.
Dubbed 'Fanalone' (roughly translated as 'big headlights'), the 1.6 HF also benefitted from a close-ratio, five-speed gearbox, front suspension modifications and aluminium body panels, which transformed it into a potent 850-kg world-beating rally car. The Fulvia won the Italian Rally Championship eight times between 1965 and 1973, and both the International Championship of Manufacturers and Monte Carlo Rally in 1972 – the latter courtesy of Fulvia folk hero Sandro Munari.
Impeccably presented in Works colours, this example was prepared for historic rallying in the early 2000s, and has competed in both the Historic Monte Carlo Rally and Tour Auto. Equipped with the requisite competition modifications, including co-driver’s trip meter, roll cage, fire system, competition instruments and bucket seats, it has benefited from a recent engine rebuild and is ready for immediate use on the historic rally stages or prestigious events such as the Tour Auto or Modena Cento Ore.


