1980 Talbot Sunbeam rally spec
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Highlights
• Fantastic condition inside and out
• Rally Spec
• 1600cc Engine
The Background
The Sunbeam is a small three-door hatchback manufactured for Chrysler and PSA between 1977-1981. In 1979 the first ‘sporty’ version of the Sunbeam arrived called the ‘ti’. Powered by a 1600cc engine including twin Weber carburettors, this car was a stripped out special and made little sense as a road car but it grabbed the hearts of the rally crowd.
Rallying was definitely the Sunbeams forte, winning the 1980 World Rally Championship as well as the Lombard-RAC Rally, ending Ford’s string of success. The years that followed were less prosperous and soon the Sunbeam was a thing of the past.
The History
This is a car built for one purpose, rallying. Extensive modifications have been made to create an all terrain conqueror. A full list of the mods have been listed below but it's clear it’s been some time since this car has seen action.
The Paperwork
Items of paperwork present with the vehicle are primarily based on its rally life, this includes a homologation form, historic rally identity form, safety roll bar certificate dated.
The Exterior
This is an exceptional car in more ways than one, the general condition of paintwork and trims is great.
The white paint with rally decals are all free from damage, there might be the odd tiny scratch for example on the front light covers but in general the car is free from scuff and paint damage.
All wheels are in the same fabulous condition, the only signs of wear are under the vehicle where the terrain it once covered has left its mark on the under engine protection. This heavy duty plate has done exactly what it was built for and stopped much of the environment going up in the engine bay, which is very clean and very tidy.
The end of the exhaust is showing some sign of corrosion, something not uncommon on most cars.The glass ,lights and plastics are also all in fine condition.
The Interior
Inside things are serious, this isn’t a car built for comfort.
Bucket seats, fire extinguishers, roll cage are in, headlining, rear seats and radio are out! Equipped with only the essentials, this thing is stripped back, organised chaos, wires and dials, switches and lights are all in this car for a reason.
Like the exterior, everything is in really good condition, no ripped seats, scratches or damage to anything we cast our eyes on.
The Mechanics
The car was on stands during our visit and wasn't started, however the current owner has confirmed it starts and drives. As mentioned there’s a long list of extras provided by the owner which we’ve included below;
- Seam welded strengthened shell
- Series 2 grill and lights
- Bolt in cage and door bars
- 2 wheel spare wheel carrier
- Lifeline mechanical extinguishers
- Motordrive grp seats with 4 point harnesses
- Deep dish steering wheel
- Aeroquip pipework throughout ( proper kit )
- Facet electric fuel pump and filter king
- Full twin cylinder bias pedal box with remote adjuster
- TI twin fan kit
- 1600 rally engine , twin 40's , bvh, l&b, duplex timing chain, world cup mounts
- Skip Brown bell housing
- Quaife 4 speed sc/cr gearbox
- Single piece prop shaft
- Quick rack
- Bilstein struts and rear shocks
- Roller-ball top mounts
- Ap Monte-Carlo 4 pot vented front discs / calipers
- Titan alloy braced rear axle with 4.4:1 CWP and plate type LSD
- Chrysler C180 rear calipers on solid discs ( proper homologated type)
- PTS sump and tank guards
The Appeal
You’re looking at a historic rally car in fabulous condition, both inside and out. It’s unique, it’s special, it's just great. There’s only a handful of Sunbeams left, even less in this specification and this condition.
This is a great opportunity to own a stand out vehicle that's only going to get even more scarce.
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1980
- Make Talbot
- Model Sunbeam LS
- Colour White
- Odometer 85,519 Miles
- Engine size 1600
Auction Details
- Seller Type Private
- Location Somerset
- Country United Kingdom
31
bids
- hi•••• £25,000 21/09/21
- pa•••• £24,750 21/09/21
- hi•••• £24,000 21/09/21
- Fr•••• £21,500 21/09/21
- mt•••• £21,020 21/09/21
- Fr•••• £20,750 21/09/21
- mt•••• £20,500 21/09/21
- Fr•••• £20,250 21/09/21
- hi•••• £20,000 21/09/21
- Fr•••• £18,250 21/09/21
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