SEAT Ibiza Kit Car – Ex-Works Rally Icon

1997 SEAT Ibiza Kit Car – Ex-Works Rally Icon

A rare opportunity to acquire an authentic 1997 SEAT Ibiza Kit Car, originally developed by SEAT Sport for World, European, and National Rally Championship competition.

Built to Group A / Kit Car regulations, this example represents a true era of high-revving, naturally aspirated front-wheel-drive rally machines that dominated the 2.0-litre class in the late 1990s.

Performance & Engineering

At its heart is a freshly rebuilt and meticulously tuned 2.0-litre inline four-cylinder, 16-valve engine, producing approximately 260 horsepower.

Power is delivered to the front wheels through a Hewland HP2000 six-speed sequential gearbox, offering precise, race-ready shifting and exceptional drivability in competitive conditions.

The car has recently undergone a comprehensive engine and transmission rebuild, and has covered just 80 kilometres since completion — presenting in outstanding mechanical condition and ready for competition or collection.

Proven Rally Pedigree

First registered in Spain in April 1997, this Ibiza Kit Car boasts significant motorsport history. It was originally driven by renowned Finnish rally driver Harri Rovanperä, later by Erwin Weber, and also campaigned by respected drivers including Salvador Cañellas and Jordi Ventura.

Its extensive historical documentation and competition archive are available and showcased in the accompanying photo gallery.

A Collector’s Opportunity

With documented works involvement, notable driver history, and recent mechanical refreshment, this SEAT Ibiza Kit Car represents:

• A genuine period rally weapon

• Eligible entry for historic rally events

• A significant addition to any serious motorsport collection

Opportunities to acquire authentic factory-built Kit Cars with documented driver history are increasingly rare.