1976 Alpine Renault (FASA) A110

Imperial War Museum | Duxford, Cambridgeshire 50000 - 60000 Registration No: 140 BHP Chassis No: A1101300BA0873 MOT: Exempt � Imported into the UK by the current, long-term owner in 2009 � Fitted with a Michel Varlet designed Group 4 specification 1596cc engine in 1986 � Subject to a comprehensive cosmetic overhaul in the 2000s and remains in excellent fettle � Eligible for several historic Road and Rally events Unveiled at the 1962 Paris Salon, the Alpine A110 proved more than a match for many contemporary sportscars thanks to its remarkably low kerb weight, superb traction and excellent handling. A rear-engined, rear-wheel drive design, the newcomer featured rack and pinion steering, all-round independent suspension and four-wheel disc brakes. Styled by Giovanni Michelotti, its fibreglass bodywork was bonded to a rigid steel backbone chassis resulting in a notably strong structure. Able to make the most of its humble Renault drivetrain, even the initial 1.1-litre variant was reputedly capable of 120mph. Progressively evolved over the course of its fifteen-year production life, the A110 distinguished itself in international competition work and the 1600 Group 4 is considered the ultimate variant, with a specially tuned engine and modified bodywork. Winner of the 1968 Coupe des Alpes and 1971 Monte Carlo Rally, the sleek Berlinette claimed the World Rally Championship two years later. Alpine licensed the A110 design to companies in Mexico, Bulgaria and Spain. However, it was only the cars built by FASA of Valladollid which conformed to the same specification as their French counterparts. More information to follow.