Lancia Stratos

Cars that radically shake up the status quo are rare, whether in racing, rallying, drifting or on the street. Often it’s down to performance or the implementation of new technology under the body, but upon its launch in 1971 almost every aspect of the Lancia Stratos was shocking. Remember, the car that won the previous year’s World Rally Championship was the Renault Alpine A110 with its ’60s curves. The Stratos didn’t just represent a new decade but a whole new style of race car attitude – dedicated to win on the track, to capture the imagination of customers and make their wallets follow. The livery of this 1974 example (chassis 1590, the 90th car built) may have changed to reflect current owner (and drinks magnate) Steve Perez’s sponsor, but the soul of the car hasn’t changed and Goodwood’s rally stage was the perfect chance to get up close. Continue reading at Speedhunters

By Jonathan Moore

Lancia Stratos