1966 Sunbeam Sunbeam Tiger

Convertible

302 with original 260

Manual

JAL 660938

Clear

Gasoline

This is a 1966 Sunbeam Tiger with certificate of authenticity. The vehicle has a 302 engine but comes with the original 260 engine, it has a 4 speed manual transmission This car was purchased as part of an estate. In my opinion this is a driver quality, older restoration, it does run and drive fine around the block however I have not been though the car since acquiring it. Based on how the car runs I believe it has an aggressive cam however the carburetor needs to be cleaned and adjusted as some of the rough idle may be contributed to the carburetor and tune. If you are looking at this car most likely you know the story behind them so I will skip the Shelby story. I am not an expert on the cars will do best to answer specific questions. Based on the age of the vehicle I suggest an in person inspection of the vehicle to validate condition etc.. be completed. I will do my best to provide an honest opinion of the vehicle however perception varies from person to person. In addition to the original 260 buy it now price to include hard top and all items that accompanied the vehicle at the estate sale. The previous owner was collecting parts to restore several other cars the spares include two additional 260 engines and a 289, floors, rockers, front clip rear quarters tons of smalls hardware clips etc... I used Hagerty valuation to identify the value of the car at the time of this listing concourse cars are estimated at $150,000, Excellent condition $115,000, Good condition $84,300 and fair condition $56,000. Condition Ratings#1 vehicles are the best in the world. The visual image is of the best vehicle, in the right colors, driving onto the lawn at the finest concours. Perfectly clean, the vehicle has been groomed down to the tire treads. Painted and chromed surfaces are mirror-like. Dust and dirt are banned, and materials used are correct and superbly fitted. The one word description for #1 vehicles is "concours."#2 vehicles could win a local or regional show. They can be former #1 vehicles that have been driven or have aged. Seasoned observers will have to look closely for flaws, but will be able to find some not seen by the general public. The paint, chrome, glass and finishes will all appear as excellent. No excessive smoke will be seen on startup, no unusual noises will emanate from the engine. The vehicle will drive as a new vehicle of its era would. The one word description for #2 vehicles is "excellent."#3 vehicles could possess some, but not all of the issues of a #4 vehicle, but they will be balanced by other factors such as a fresh paint job or a new, correct interior where applicable. #3 vehicles drive and run well, but might have some incorrect parts. These vehicles are not used for daily transportation but are ready for a long tour without excuses, and the casual passerby will not find any visual flaws. "Good" is the one word description of a #3 vehicle.#4 vehicles are daily drivers, with flaws visible to the naked eye. The chrome might have pitting or scratches, the windshield might be chipped. Paintwork is imperfect, and perhaps the body has a minor dent. Split seams or a cracked dash, where applicable, might be present. No major parts are missing, but the wheels could differ from the originals, or other non- stock additions might be present. A #4 vehicle can also be a deteriorated restoration. "Fair" is the one word that describes a #4 vehicle.