Lancia Montecarlo
A mid-engined Pininfarina masterpiece that birthed a rally legend.
- Power
- 120 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 8.8 s
- Top speed
- 121 mph
- Est. value
- $12k–$32k
About the Lancia Montecarlo
The Lancia Montecarlo (Series 2) arrived in 1980 following a production hiatus to address braking issues found in the earlier Beta Montecarlo. Distinguished by its glazed rear buttresses and 14-inch wheels, it retained the mid-mounted 2.0-litre Lampredi twin-cam engine, offering balanced handling and a pure driving experience. Though not a powerhouse, its lightweight chassis and Pininfarina styling made it a sophisticated alternative to the Fiat X1/9. It is most famous for providing the structural basis for the legendary Group B Lancia 037 rally car.
Lancia Montecarlo specs
The Lancia Montecarlo produces 120 bhp (89 kW) and 171 Nm (126 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 8.8 seconds and has a top speed of 121 mph (195 km/h).
| Make | Lancia |
|---|---|
| Model | Montecarlo |
| Trim | 2.0 |
| Years | 1980–1981 |
| Type | Sports car |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | Italy |
| Production | About 7,798 built |
| Engine | 2.0-litre Lampredi DOHC inline-4 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,995 cc (2.0 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 120 bhp (89 kW) at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 171 Nm (126 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,200 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 8.8 s |
| Top speed | 121 mph (195 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 970 kg (2,138 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 124 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Lancia Montecarlo worth?
A typical Lancia Montecarlo is estimated to be worth $12,000 – $32,000 (about £8,900 – £24,000).
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Lancia Montecarlo rarity in CarSpot
The Lancia Montecarlo is a Rare card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 42 out of 100. Performance cars, typically worth around £50,000 to £100,000. A Rare card is worth 40 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Lancia Montecarlo fun facts
- The car was sold as the Lancia Scorpion in the United States to avoid a trademark conflict with the Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
- It was the first car to be designed and built entirely in-house by Pininfarina rather than just being styled by them.
- The Series 2 model replaced the solid rear buttresses with glass panels to significantly improve the driver's rearward visibility.
