Highlights
- FIA passport valid for historic racing events
- Participated in Sixties Legends (2019) and Fifties Legends (2023)
- Comprehensively restored and race-prepared in 2019
- reportedly eligible for most historic motorsport events
- Same model as the 1961 Le Mans 24 Hours entrant
The Appeal
As well as being the first on-screen Bond car, the Sunbeam Alpine was a significant player in British motorsport history, with notable success in the late 1950s, including participation in the 1961 Le Mans 24 Hours. This 1961 example has been restored and prepared for historic racing in 2019, making it a turnkey competition car for the historic motorsport enthusiast.
This Alpine has already proven its capabilities on track, having participated in prestigious events including the Sixties Legends in 2019 and Fifties Legends in 2023. With its valid FIA passport, comprehensive race preparation, and authentic period competition pedigree, this vehicle offers an accessible entry into the world of historic motorsport.
History and Paperwork
- 1961 Sunbeam Alpine, registered in France
- Restored and race-prepared in 2019
- Valid FIA passport for historic racing
- Has participated in Sixties Legends (2019) and Fifties Legends (2023)
- French registration documents (Carte Grise)
- The serial numbers are reported to match
- Has valid Contrôle Technique
- The odometer reading of 3,800 kilometres is not accurate as the odometer has been altered or replaced
The Condition
- Bodywork presents in very good condition for a competition car
- British racing green exterior paintwork in good condition with no significant visible impacts obviously apparent
- Hard top fitted
- Interior completely transformed and adapted for racing
Reportedly complete with:
- Equipped with two FIA-approved bucket seats with valid harnesses
- Features an approved roll cage
- Fitted with Stilo Bluetooth DG 10 intercom system connectable to phone
- Onboard Innovate Motorsport mixture analyser
- Rear-view camera and screen
- Automatic fire extinguisher system
- ATL homologated aluminium fuel tank
The Mechanics
- 1,500cc four-cylinder petrol with twin carburettors
- Four-speed manual transmission
- Equipped with overdrive
- The vendor states the engine is in excellent condition and "running perfectly"
- Direct steering reportedly provides precise handling
- Engine reportedly revs easily and responsively
- Gearshift described as firm and quick
- Braking system reportedly highly effective and easy to modulate
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