Sunbeam Alpine
Overview
| Produced: |
1969-1976 |
|---|---|
| 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 1969 a new "base model" was added to the growing range which used the old Alpine name. The Alpine was essentially a detuned Rapier with less trim and equipment. Standard equipment did include four headlamps, servo assisted front disc brakes, however overdrive transmission remained on the options list.
Engines
| Capacity | Config | Model | Bore/Stroke | CR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1725cc | S4 OHV | Hillman S4 OHV | 81.5mm x 82.55mm |
Auction Sales History
| Lot Num |
Description | Auctioneer | Date | Hammer Price | Hammer Price (inc premium) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 177 | Sunbeam Alpine Mark IV | Coys | 24 Oct 2009 | - | €18290.00 |
| 001 | 1960 Sunbeam Alpine | H&H Sales Limited | 8 Jun 2008 | £2420.00 | - |
| 350 | 1967 Sunbeam Alpine Series V Roadster | Bonhams | 15 Mar 2008 | £250.00 | £288.00 |
| 313 | 1967 Sunbeam Alpine Mk. V | Coys | 5 Dec 2007 | £3764.00 | - |
| 205 | 1966 Sunbeam Alpine | Coys | 27 May 2007 | - | £4117.00 |
| 038 | 1967 SUNBEAM ALPINE | H&H Sales Limited | 12 Apr 2006 | £3000.00 | - |
| 041 | 1968 SUNBEAM ALPINE | H&H Sales Limited | 12 Apr 2006 | £3400.00 | - |
| 083 | SUNBEAM ALPINE FASTBACK | H&H Sales Limited | 12 Apr 2006 | £2400.00 | - |
| 402 | 1963 Sunbeam Alpine Series III Roadster | Bonhams | 22 Nov 2005 | £4600.00 | £5290.00 |
| 304 | 1969 Sunbeam Alpine Mk IV FIA Papers | Coys | 14 May 2005 | - | €8297.00 |
| 004 | Sunbeam Alpine (1970) | Barons | 26 Jun 2001 | £825.00 | - |
| 223 | Sunbeam Alpine (1970) | RTS Auctions Ltd | 26 Nov 1995 | £180.00 | - |
Magazine Articles
| Title | Pages | Options | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Article |
Classic Cars Spring 2001 pg 124 |
124 |
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| Publication | Classic Cars Spring 2001 | |||
| Cloth Cap - A new race series for unusual sports cars. We try four at Donnington - Sunbeam Alpine Harrington. | ||||
| Article |
Buying Power - Sunbeam Rapier and Alpine Fastback |
32 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Weekly 1 May 2008 | |||
| Buying Power - Sunbeam Rapier and Alpine Fastback - Britain's take on the Plymouth Barracuda - and Rootes' Capri rival during the Seventies - was the Sunbeam Rapier, along its less luxurious, less powerful Alpine counterpart. ADAM TAIT looks at buying on of these now rare machines. | ||||
| Article |
Starter classic - Sunbeam Alpine |
168 |
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| Publication | Classic & Sports Car June 2005 | |||
| Starter classic - Sunbeam Alpine - Reliable, smooth and stylish with head-turning looks, the Alpine makes a sound first classic, says Malcolm McKay. | ||||
| Article |
Classic & Sports Car December 2001 pg 126 |
126 |
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| Publication | Classic & Sports Car December 2001 | |||
| Alpine vs Fairlady - Sports cars from Coventry and Yokohoma - so different, yet so similar. | ||||
| Article |
Classics February 2001 pg 36 |
36 |
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| Publication | Classics February 2001 | |||
| Rare treats at Goodwood. Malcolm McKay revistis this years Goodwood Revival Meeting to bring you details of some of the most interesting cars at the meeting. | ||||
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