Lancia Delta Integrale Ownership

I watched it last night, absolutely fantastic, especially those GTV6's....wow....I liked his explanation of Porsches and Italian cars in general, couldn't agree more.

 

The ultimate car party! Amazing crowd...

 

I am keen to get get more info on RHD conversions done to the Lancia Delta Intergale.
I have always loved the cars but I cant bring myself to drive a left hooker and I am looking to buy one here in NZ.

 

There was an Octane issue from a few of years ago that extensively covered the Delta Integrale. I can dig it up but what I remember is that they really thrashed RHD conversions. Apparently they are based on standard Delta (non-integrale) hardware and as a result destroy the special Integrale steering feel. I know the ex-president of the U.K. Lancia club and in his view it's the worst thing you can do to an Integrale. Your best bet, though, is to drive both a RHD conversion and an original LHD and decide for yourself.

 

I think it's the June 2012 issue. You can buy it digitally through their app.

 

I have a RHD car converted by the selling dealer when new.

It's wonderful.

There's certainly nothing wrong with way it steers.

I understand there are less than satisfactory conversions however no complaints about mine.

Cheers J

 

Well, as I said, personal experience beats outside advise anytime. Great to hear you are enjoying it!

 

I just saw the Wheeler Dealer episode with the Lancia Delta Integrale - nice coincidence!

 

The RHD steering rack used to be from a Fiat Ritmo in the early days.

 

I have scoured message boards for years on this.

I've not seen a definitive answer.

I don't have the car here as I put it for sale following the purchase of another car.

I suspect it to be from a Delta GT.

Best regards, John

 

I enjoyed watching this Harry's Garage video earlier tonight- covers an Evo II.

Touches on the history and development, and gives an enjoyable look at the car from an owner's perspective.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JB8D9Ny9wms

 

yes he has got great taste.... a chip off the old block from his old man. his father and bro is a long time collector growing up with 3 barns full of stuff. masers, daytona, 275s, 308s, 328s, aurelas etc.

i think i see myself and my car in background of that video. its a fantastic annual outing with a wonderful host and distinguish guests. too bad they dont do the accompanying track day anymore.

 

USA legal one on ebay
1991 Lancia Other HF | eBay