Simca 1000 Rallye 3 (based on 1000 Rallye 1), 1978 Talbot-Simca 1000 Rallye 3, based on 1000 Rallye 1 - Completely revised 1,294 cm³ 4-cylinder engine with revised manual gearbox. Fully restored and prepared for competition/leisure with multi-point roll bar, bucket seats, sports steering wheel, full instrumentation, simplified electrical installation, new spark plugs. Centre-fixed wheels fitted. Vehicle sold with a set of four additional rims (mounted on tyres in poor condition). First registered on 21 April 1978 - Serial number S1ND28P365104. Mileage on odometer: 91,099 km (not guaranteed, five-digit odometer, very slightly progressive). Normal French registration (non-collector), in order. Condition and comments: Bodywork restored, paintwork neatly trimmed, interior stripped down for efficiency. The overall appearance is uniform and functional. Start-up and operation without any defects noted during the tests. Tyres in used condition. Plastic windows. Some visible damage to the lower part of the front bumper. All in all, the vehicle reflects a great deal of preparation and refurbishment work. Vehicle ready to be used for sports outings, historic climbs or leisure drives. The vehicle has been kept in a private collection. Technical inspection (17/07/2025): favourable, with mention of a minor fault: rear seat missing at time of inspection. Provenance: private collection - Haute-Loire, known history An icon of French motor sport in the 1970s, the Simca 1000 Rallye occupies a special place in the history of small sports cars, renowned for its liveliness, lightness and ability to shine in national and regional competition. As this is an 'old' vehicle which, although running and in good condition, is used for occasional outings, the buyer is strongly advised to have the usual checks and inspections carried out by a professional before putting it back on the road. Technical inspection, administrative status certificate, Histovec report and other detailed photographs are available on request. Expert for this lot: Mr Florian MOURGUES (FM CONSULTANTS) 07.56.38.02.28 - [email protected] State-qualified automotive expert Approval VE-003881 Expert at the Riom Court of Appeal