Sunbeam Rapier HS120
Overview
| Produced: |
1968-1976 |
|---|---|
| Types: |
Coupe, 2 doors, 4 seats
|
In 1967 Sunbeam announced a unique sports-coupe model based on the new Rootes "Arrow" (Hillman Hunter) platform which had MacPherson front suspension and a rear-wheel drive layout. The new Sunbeam was named "Rapier" which rekindled the established Sunbeam model name from previous ranges.
In 1968 a high performance derivative, the Rapier H120, was added to the range. The "H" stood for Holbay, which was an in-house tuning specialist. The Holbay tuned engine featured twin Weber carbs which went well with the rest of the sporting specification. Other standard equipment included a revised rear axle, Rostyle wheels and extra spoilers for the body.
Engines
| Capacity | Config | Model | Bore/Stroke | CR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1725cc | S4 OHV | Hillman S4 OHV | 81.5mm x 82.55mm | 9.6 |
Fuel System
| Type | Number | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Weber | 2 | 40 DCOE |
Performance
| Top Speed | 0-60 | SQM | MPG | Engine Pwr | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 106mph | 11s | 22mpg | 110bhp @5200 |
Brakes
| Front | Rear | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Disc | Drum | Servo assisted |
Dimensions
| Wheelbase | Track | Length | Width | Weight (CWT) |
Turning Circle | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | Rear | |||||
Body
| Type | Seats | Doors | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coupe | 4 | 2 |
Maintainability
| Mechanics | Bodywork |
|---|---|
| * * * * - | * * * - - |
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Valuation
| Poor | Average | Excellent | Last Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| £600 | £1400 | £2750 | 26-Oct-06 |
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