Lot 3013
Original-Owner 1965 Sunbeam Tiger
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
VIN: B9472531 Mileage 1800
A restoration was completed upon re-acquisition from the owner in 2011. Notes indicate the engine was replaced with a stroked Ford 302 cubic inch (347/349ci) V8 engine, with a four-speed manual transmission. The shop that completed the work confirmed this. The engine looks stock, aside from the LAT aluminum valve covers. An aluminum radiator is also installed. Braking was upgraded with Wilwood brake master cylinder, with Wilwood calipers in the front and factory brakes in the rear.
The exterior was repainted in Signal Red, with a matching factory hardtop. A white vinyl soft top was chosen, and the interior finished in black. The woodgrain dash, with chrome trimmed gauges. Many LAT options were added during the restoration to include 70 Series polished aluminum wheels, Tiger aluminum valve covers, fiberglass hood scoop, and competition headers. A Nardi classic steering wheel , and lap belts were also added.
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Some original parts remain such as starter, generator, paint, and interior material. Paperwork is present from re-assembly and subsequent services.
The following condition report, while thorough, is not exhaustive as vintage cars have inherent wear and imperfections. We welcome personal inspections, please contact mt@lelandlittle.com to schedule. Public previews are available the second Saturday each month from 9am-12pm.
Clock and tachometer not operating; the dash covering is curling on the edges under the dash; minor areas of touchup to paint; repair, and repaint to lower drivers door; tires dated 2018; small area repaired to vinyl top; front lower fascia with slight bend on passenger side, likely from curb; no other apparent concerns.
