Equipment
Dual enclosed sidemounts, Black wire wheels, Carello headlights, sliding division, two liquor flasks on division, jump seats, leather upholstery.
Condition
Old repaint and upholstery, otherwise original and aged. Paint is scratched, chipped and cracking. Upholstery is sound but interior wood needs careful refinishing. Displayed in the Rome Museo della Polizia and in fairly typical museum car condition.
Market commentary
With a 3-liter narrow angle V-8, hydraulic brakes and Lancia's independent front suspension, the Lancia Astura was everything a functionary in the Mussolini government could ask for, especially with the Ministeriale coachwork with division, jump seats for functionaries and handy flasks on the division for en route refreshment. Not particularly appealing, but imposing and rare, this Astura brought a modest post-block price.