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1966' Sunbeam Tiger

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Publié 6 Septembre 2026ID: ZlXRKr

H&H
Cheshire
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Information from the owner

Âge: 60 années

Carburant: Essence

Transmission: Mécanique

Couleur de la carrosserie: Blanc

Extérieur: Feux de brouillard

Électronique: Radio AM / FM

Commentaires du vendeur sur 1966' Sunbeam Tiger

Kelham Hall | Newark, Nottinghamshire Viewing: Tues 22nd September 2026 from 12pm Auction: Weds 23rd September 2026 12pm Location: Kelham Hall Main Street, Newark, Nottinghamshire NG23 5QX Registration No: JUL 390D Chassis No: the details below MOT: Exempt This example was a pursuit vehicle for the Metropolitan police based in Hampton, Greater London A rare opportunity to acquire a Metropolitan police Sunbeam Tiger 1 of just 17 Mk 1A Tigers sold to private buyers in the UK, of which 10 are believed to still survive Equipped with a 5. 0 litre 302 ci engine with many recent beneficial modifications totalling over £5, 000 Large history file with all important evidence of it being a Metropolitan police car The Sunbeam Tiger was conceived in the West Coast of the USA and inspired by the success of the AC Cobra – the result of inserting a small-block American V8 engine into the nose of the British AC Ace. Rootes American Motors Inc. saw the potential for performing a similar operation on the stylish four-cylinder Sunbeam Alpine. Preliminary research suggested that the engine used to power the Cobra – Ford’s 4. 3-litre (260ci) ‘Windsor’ unit – would be the appropriate powerplant, and a prototype was commissioned from Carroll Shelby, the man behind the Cobra project, who would entrust famous GT40 racer Ken Miles with setting it all up. Unveiled at the April 1964 New York Motor Show, the resultant Tiger incorporated uprated steering, suspension and brake assemblies but retained the Alpine’s basic layout and sheetmetal. With a quoted 164bhp/ 258lbft on tap, the newcomer was reputedly capable of 0-60mph in under eight seconds and 120mph. Later, the MkII Tiger was launched which would be fitted with the larger 4. 7-litre (289ci) engine – which was sadly only available in Left Hand Drive format. Distinguishing itself on race tracks and rally stages alike, the model accounted for some 7, 085 sales from 1964-1967. We are delighted to be able to offer bidders the chance of owning a slice of motoring history with this unique opportunity to acquire an extremely rare example of a genuine ex-Metropolitan police Sunbeam Tiger. The Metropolitan Police acquired six factory right-hand-drive Sunbeam Tigers for high-speed patrol and pursuit duties around London from 1966 to 1970 and this example is 1 of 3 surviving ex-Metropolitan Police Pursuit cars based at Hampton from 1966 to 1970. With performance capable of dealing with most of the offending motorists encountered, whether on four wheels or two, the Tigers achieved legendary status during their police careers. Traffic officers in the Met were famously or infamously known as “Black Rats,” resulting in the car being known as a black rat speed complaints car! Chassis Number: Bthe details below HROFE – JAL 662385 was built by Jensen on 26th August 1966 and was one of just 17 Mk 1A Tigers sold to private buyers in the UK, of which approximately 10 survive today. It now comes equipped with a 5. 0 litre 302 ci engine and benefits from numerous recent modifications on which over £5000 has been expended. These include a Profusion 304 stainless steel exhaust silencer, new exhaust headers, new Edelbrock carburettor, new clutch and flywheel and new brake light switch. The car comes with a spare key set and a large history file with all the evidence needed to confirm it as a genuine ex-Metropolitan police pursuit car. The accompanying documentation also states all previous owners. The interior has mostly been kept original apart from the beautiful leather seats which are immaculate. Finished in Arctic white, it was originally supplied in standard form apart from an alternator rather than a dynamo, which was used to cope with the additional load of the police equipment. Other police modifications included a Pye radio, Winkworth bell, 2 tone horns, fog lamp and a secondary auto-tempo speedometer which was originally designed for World War Two era Lancaster bombers. With input from automotive icon Carroll Shelby, known for creating many of Ford’s most popular and successful cars such as the AC Cobra and high performance Shelby Mustangs etc., coupled with its rarity and historic significance as an ex-Police example, JUL 390D is worthy of close inspection and suited to a starring position in any collection. ** Bidding will take place live at the venue, online via our H&H website, by telephone and commission - T&Cs apply** Catalogues can be purchased for £20 (admits 2...

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