Lancia Astura Series 2 Cabriolet by Pininfarina
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Lancia |
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Astura Series 2 Cabriolet by Pininfarina |
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Jahr: |
1932-1933 |
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Cabriolet |
The Lancia Astura is a passenger car produced by Italian automobile manufacturer Lancia between 1931 and 1939 a switch from a system of model designation that used letters of the Greek alphabet in favour of one using Italian place names, a move in keeping with the nationalistic spirit of the age.. Lancia replaced the Lambda model with two models: the four-cylinder Artena and the larger, V8-powered Astura. Both of these models were introduced at the Paris Motor Show in 1931. The Astura chassis was used by various coachbuilders to create coupes, convertibles and sedans.
The Astura evolved over four series:
First series, built between 1931 and 1932 with 496 units made.
Second series, built between 1932 and 1933 with 750 units made. The engine mountings were modified for this generation to reduce noise and vibration.
Third series, built between 1933 and 1937 with 1,243 units made. The third-generation Astura was offered in short-wheelbase and long-wheelbase variants, and was powered by a new, larger engine from 2.6 to 3.0 litres.
Fourth series, built between 1937 and 1939 with 423 units made. Only offered in long-wheelbase.
