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Supercar · 2024–

Kimera Evo38

The Group B what-if — 037 looks, Integrale 4WD, and a bespoke twin-charged four.

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Deep-blue Kimera Evo38 in a studio setting, front three-quarter view showing quad LED-halo headlamps, aggressive front splitter and bumper venting, wide-body arches with gold multi-spoke wheels wearing Pirelli P Zero tyres, and Group B-era louvred bonnet — the 4WD 'what-if' evolution of the Evo37.
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Overview

Why this car matters

The Kimera Evo38 is the 4WD evolution of the Evo37, unveiled in 2024. Named for 'SE038' — the internal codename for the Lancia Delta S4 — it is the deliberate 'what-if' the 037 had continued into the four-wheel-drive Group B era.

The Evo38 shares the Evo37's donor cell and carbon body silhouette but adds a wider track, full 4WD, a revised twin-charged 2.2-litre four-cylinder producing approximately 600 hp, a six-speed manual and a dedicated drift-brake system. Kerb weight is approximately 1,100 kg. Kimera produced 38 units at approximately £918,000 UK inc. VAT (approximately €880,000 net), all sold at launch.

The Evo38 is a bigger conceptual change than a facelift — the same silhouette recast as a 4WD Group B homage. Alongside the Evo37 it completes Kimera's Lancia rally-era diptych: the RWD 037 tribute and the 4WD Delta S4 'what-if' as a matched pair. Small run, all sold at launch, and a distinct mechanical proposition rather than a badge exercise.

Variants

Range and production

VariantYearsProductionNotes
Evo38 (4WD, 2024–)2024–—38 units globally at approximately £918,000 UK inc. VAT (approximately €880,000 net) — all sold at launch. Bespoke twin-charged 2.2L four-cylinder, ~600 hp; six-speed manual; 4WD; drift-brake system; carbon-fibre wide-body over Lancia Beta Montecarlo cell; kerb weight ~1,100 kg. Named for 'SE038', the internal codename of the Lancia Delta S4. Production and pricing per Kimera Automobili at reveal — Verify per-car specification against factory build records.
Buyer's Guide

What to look for

Provenance — commission file and factory documentation

The single most important document on any low-volume restomod is the factory commission file. Confirm the build book, colour and trim specification, delivery documents and any numbered plaque before pricing the car against comparables. For the Evo38 specifically, confirm this is the 4WD wide-body car (not the RWD Evo37), verify the factory commission file for drift-brake specification, drivetrain calibration and any bespoke Fuoriserie-style options against Kimera Automobili build records.

Donor-car chassis and body integrity

Restomods on a donor cell (Lancia Beta Montecarlo for the Kimera family) inherit the strengths and weaknesses of the original chassis. Inspect for corrosion in the original structure, evidence of prior accident repair and integrity of the composite outer body. A lift inspection with paint-depth gauge is non-negotiable.

Twin-charged four-cylinder drivetrain

The bespoke twin-charged (supercharger + turbo) inline-four is the car's mechanical centrepiece. Verify cold-start behaviour, boost signature under load, evidence of correct calibration, and service history against the factory portal. Any deviation from factory specification should be identified and priced accordingly.

Gearbox, driveline and suspension

Six-speed manual gearboxes and (on 4WD cars) drift-brake systems are bespoke assemblies. Test through all gears, verify driveline shunt under trailing throttle, and confirm suspension geometry and bushing condition on a lift.

Pricing

What to pay

Evo38 (all specs)
USD$965,000
GBP£918,000
EUR€880,000
Verify. Sold out at launch; no established secondary market yet.

Regional ranges authored independently — each reflects its local market, not an FX conversion

Ownership

Living with it

Typical mileage
500–3,000 miles typical
Service interval
12 months regardless of mileage; factory service intervals
Annual running cost
$8,000 – $25,000+ depending on use and specification
Fuel economy
14–20 mpg
Insurance
Agreed-value collector policy with limited mileage, secure storage and annual value review. Restomods with bespoke drivetrains benefit from a specialist underwriter familiar with low-volume manufacturer builds.

Factory relationship

Low-volume restomods carry their value in the factory relationship. Confirm the factory build book, commission file and any specific configuration paperwork before purchase; parts and drivetrain support are effectively factory-only.

Bespoke drivetrain

Twin-charged (supercharger + turbo) and high-boost four-cylinder drivetrains require specialist service knowledge. Any work outside the factory network should be reconciled against the factory service portal.
Common Problems

Known issues by system

Provenance

Factory commission file and configuration

CriticalNot applicable — market impact only
Symptoms — Missing build book, colour/trim documentation or numbered plaque.
Inspection — Factory verification through Kimera Automobili build records.
Donor chassis

Lancia Beta Montecarlo cell corrosion and prior repair

Major$8,000 – $30,000+
Symptoms — Sill corrosion, floor pan damage, bulkhead deformation.
Inspection — Full lift inspection with paint-depth gauge.
Engine / forced induction

Twin-charged four-cylinder calibration and hardware

Major$5,000 – $20,000+
Symptoms — Boost fluctuation, cold-start smoke, uneven idle.
Inspection — Factory ECU readout, compression / leak-down, road-test boost log.
Gearbox / driveline

Six-speed manual and (Evo38) drift-brake hardware

Moderate$3,000 – $12,000
Symptoms — Baulky shifts, driveline shunt, drift-brake feel inconsistency.
Inspection — Road test through all gears; inspect brake and driveline hardware on a lift.
Valuation

Current value bands by region

Each region quoted in its local currency — independent market readings, not FX conversions

~€880k (£918k UK inc. VAT); 38 built, nearly all sold at launch. Deliveries began in 2025 — too new for an established secondary market.

Auctions

Recent results

DateAuctionCarMileageResult

No recent public auction results currently meet our verification standard. We publish sale figures only from verified examples, and will update this guide as qualifying results become available.

Investment

Long-term outlook

EmergingHorizon: 5–10 years

Very low production and a genuinely distinct 4WD 'what-if' proposition give the Evo38 a defensible position alongside the RWD Evo37. Sold-out launch and small volume position both cars as a matched pair in Kimera's early history.

Recommended

The trusted network

Specialists

  • Kimera Automobili (factory)
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    Cuneo, Italy
    Factory servicing, restoration, authentication and drivetrain support for all Kimera cars.
  • Italian rally-era specialist
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    Italy / UK / USA
    Servicing and inspection of Lancia 037 / Group B-derived hardware and running gear.
  • Concours preparation studio
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    International
    Paint correction, PPF and detailing for sale and event preparation.

Storage

  • Windrush Car Storage
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    Cotswolds, UK
    Climate-controlled storage for high-value collector cars.
  • Autovault
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    Bicester, UK
    Secure climate-controlled storage at Bicester Heritage.
  • Hagerty Garage + Social
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    USA (multiple locations)
    Climate-controlled storage in key US collector markets.

Transport

  • CARS UK
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    UK & Europe
    Enclosed event and concours transport across Europe.
  • Reliable Carriers
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    USA (national)
    Enclosed coast-to-coast transport for collector cars.
  • Intercity Lines
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    USA
    Enclosed transport with dedicated supercar handling.
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