Suisse, Ecublens
Chassis number: VF8 53 C4 32CX 653 806 **Date of first registration: Lausanne
Date of 1st registration: 01.10.1981 Lausanne
An automotive treasure with just one owner and only 60,000 km on the clock! Discover this magnificent Talbot Matra Murena, a rare collector's model for sale on CarYouNeed.ch.
This Talbot Matra Murena 2.2L is a rare vehicle, synonymous with taste and originality! If you appreciate uniqueness and rarity at a very attractive price, don't miss this unique opportunity! With its low mileage and near-perfect condition, it's a great buy for classic car enthusiasts.
The Murena's strengths:
- Designed by two iconic French marques.
- A mid-mounted engine and three front seats.
- A five-speed manual gearbox.
- A sporty orientation but well thought out in terms of comfort
Historic :
The owner acquired the car from the J.J BELET dealership in Lausanne on 02 October 1981. During its 42 years, it has always been maintained and cared for. Today, the car is still in Ecublens and the owner wishes to sell it.
Work carried out :
The vehicle was repainted by the brand in 1995. The cylinder head gasket was recently replaced about 8,000 km ago.
In June 2023 was carried out (on invoice) :
- Water pump
- The belt
- Check and refill of coolant and brake fluid
- Guide bearing + bearing
Vehicle condition :
The exterior condition of the vehicle is remarkable, the paintwork is beautiful and has no bubbles. Only a small crack is visible on the driver's door, which has always been there. The interior of this Talbot Matra Murena is impeccable, with seats in very good condition with no signs of pronounced wear and a well-maintained dashboard. Every detail has been carefully preserved.
Yokohama tyres in excellent condition ensure a safe and pleasant drive.
Under the bonnet, a pampered engine takes its place with no sign of seepage or leaks, and no trace of rust either. The engine has been well looked after, so there's nothing to worry about.
When you reach under the vehicle, not a single trace of rust is visible, nor is there any apparent leak.
Additional information :
LED lights are fitted to the vehicle by the owner to save him having to raise the original lights, these can be removed very easily. The inside of the rims have been painted black.
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_This information is provided by the seller and we cannot guarantee its accuracy.
History of the model :
Introduction :
The Talbot Matra Murena 2.2L represents a milestone in automotive history, as it is the last collaboration between Talbot (formerly SIMCA before its integration into the PSA Group) and Matra. The result is an iconic GT car that combines the expertise of two renowned French manufacturers.
The birth of the Murena :
After disappointing sports car customers with the Matra-Simca Bagheera, the two marques decided not to leave it at that and unveiled the Murena at the 1980 Paris Motor Show, with delivery beginning in 1981. Its exclusive design, by stylist Antoine Volanis, offers slim lines and optimum visibility thanks to its large, sloping windscreen.
The bodywork is made from composite materials, in particular SMC, to ensure excellent resistance to corrosion, while the self-supporting frame chassis, protected by hot-dip galvanising, gives it great rigidity and impeccable roadholding thanks to the front and rear suspensions. The innovative interior offers three seats abreast, each with an individual seat, providing a more logical and comfortable configuration than a traditional 2+2. The level of finish and equipment is remarkable, with details such as honey velour seats, tinted electric windows, rev counter, windscreen wiper timer, etc.
The Murena is available with two original engines: a 1.6-litre and a 2.2-litre. The 2.2-litre engine, limited to 118 bhp, offered decent performance and was complemented by a more powerful version, the 'Preparation 142'. This preparation was manufactured by Matra from 1982 onwards, enabling Talbot dealers to boost the 2.2L engine to 142 bhp, although only 74 official examples were produced.
480 examples of the Murena S were produced and unveiled in 1984, equipped with the factory "Preparation 142".
In the 1980s, GTIs took the European car market by storm with their small, light saloons and powerful engines. The Peugeot-Talbot network showed little interest in its future, and sales suffered. However, the Murena S was launched to satisfy 480 lucky customers with performance worthy of the competition. After the break-up with PSA in 1983, Matra worked on an innovative project that would lead to Renault's Espace. The Murena thus marked the end of the collaboration between Talbot and Matra, symbolising the transition to a new automotive era.
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