1974' Iso Lele

This Iso Lele was built and delivered new to famous British Cricketer Denis Compton and registered WLY 59M. In 1994 it was imported here by a legendary sporting champion under whose ownership it remained for nearly 28 years. To date only having covered 18, 950 miles since delivery , which is reflected more than anywhere else in the still beautiful condition of the interior and leather upholstery. Finished in Azzurro Metallizzato with a matching interior and carpeting, this Lele is one of only 49 cars delivered to UK in RHD configuration. Powered by the proven Ford Cleveland 351 engine , with around 325BHP on tap and 3 speed automatic transmission.
Reports vary slightly but it is believed 285 of this model were manufactured in total , and were fitted with either the Chevrolet 350 V8 engine, or Ford 351 V8 as in this car. Unusually in a 2+2 car, this GT really is a 4 seater rather than the occasional tiny rear seating options offered in many cars claiming to have 2+2 seating. A real Grand Touring machine yet powered by a reliable and easily maintained V8 engine, with a well designed front wishbone front end and the rear De Dion set up , with 4 wheel disc brakes.
As time passes all the Iso brand GT models have been more greatly appreciated from the Grifo and Rivolta to the Lele , combining beautiful Italian coachwork blending so successfully with American V8 power.
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