Highlights
- Significant investment and restoration in 2007
- Same model as James Bond's first car (driven by Sean Connery in Dr No)
- Registered as a historic vehicle in Spain
- Custom improvements performed to address original model weaknesses
The Appeal
While he's best known for his association with Aston Martin, the first car we see secret agent 007 James Bond driving on-screen is in fact a Sunbeam Alpine. These svelte two-seaters were a good match for the suave spy and remain popular for their involvement in the first-ever Bond film.
This 1963 Sunbeam Alpine Series IV stands out for its meticulous preservation and thoughtful improvements that address the model's original shortcomings. Imported from France and now registered as a historic vehicle in Spain, this Alpine has benefited from significant investment in 2007, resulting in a comprehensively refreshed classic that maintains its original character while offering enhanced reliability.
This 1963 Sunbeam Alpine Series IV stands out for its meticulous preservation and thoughtful improvements that address the model's original shortcomings. Imported from France and now registered as a historic vehicle in Spain, this Alpine has benefited from significant investment in 2007, resulting in a comprehensively refreshed classic that maintains its original character while offering enhanced reliability.
History and Paperwork
- Left-hand drive example first registered in 1963
- Acquired by the current owner in the early 2000s
- Imported from France
- Current owner is the 2nd registered keeper in Spain
- Significant investment made in 2007
- Registered as a historic vehicle in Spain
- 297 miles indicated
- This model was James Bond's first car (driven by Sean Connery in Jamaica in Dr No)
The Condition
- The vendor states the vehicle is in very good condition
- Original red colour
- The vendor reports high-quality paintwork
- New hood added in 2007 and remains in very good condition
- Chromed wire wheels, all of which present well
- All upholstery newly made in 2007
- All interior components work properly
- The vendor describes it as being in very good condition
The Mechanics
- 1.6-litre four-cylinder petrol engine
- Four-speed manual transmission
- The vendor reports that all mechanical components function well
- Engine compartment appears in smart condition for the car's age
- Radiator system improved (addressing this model's tendency to overheat)
- We're informed that the engine no longern't overheats
- New exhaust system installed
- All improvements handcrafted and custom-made for this model while timely repairs have maintained reliability performance
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