The Lancia Thema is hardly a Lancia in the traditional sense, but somehow its generic Italian sport sedan credentials add up to something very appealing. Take a competent FWD sedan chassis developed with the deep pockets of Fiat, drop in a venerable 3.0L Busso V6 from Alfa Romeo, and tack on some Lancia badges and you have the Lancia Thema V6.

Lancia also offered the Thema in 8.32 form with a 2.9L Ferrari V8, so why bother with the V6? Head to Youtube to find out, or just take our word for it: the Busso V6 sounds better than the detuned Ferrari V8. Add to that the serviceability of the Alfa power plant compared to the Ferrari unit, the major price discount, and the sleeper appeal, and the case for the Thema V6 is strong.

Year: 1993
Model:  Lancia Thema
Engine: 3.0L V6
Transmission: 5-speed manual
Mileage:  164,000 km
Price: € 3,600
Location: Königsbach-Stein, Germany

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Sadly, this car has been converted to LPG fueling. We don't know what the long term effects of such a conversion will be, but seeing as Busso V6s aren't exactly in short supply, it's probably worth the risk. Converting back to gasoline power will require some junkyard digging for fuel lines and other fuel system components, we would imagine, so factor that into the price if you're compelled to make an offer on this one.

This Thema V6 is the type of car we like to feature here. It's from a storied brand, has an interesting history involving a collaborative effort between four automakers, and it has a rare engine option. What's more, it is affordable as Italian cars come. Is this example worth importing to North America? Possibly. We think it could clean up well. Just imagine a long trip in this thing, dropping down to fourth to pass slower traffic and soaking in the countryside in comfort.

-Graham