Sunbeam Alpine I
Overview
| Produced: |
1959-1960, 11904 produced. |
|---|---|
| Types: |
Sports,2 doors,2 seats |
Sunbeam, now part of the Rootes organisation, first announced its Alpine sports model in 1959. The new model was a change of direction for Sunbeam, previous models were larger touring cars, this model was aimed at the younger MG/Triumph TR market. Throughout its production life the model was continuously developed and improved, production finally finished in 1968.
The original (1959) Alpine retrospectively became the Alpine I. The Alpine I had large, distinctive tail fins which gave the car a transatlantic feel that appealed to many of its export buyers. The engine was a 1494cc, twin-carb, four cylinder and produced a healthy 83bhp. Front disc brakes were a standard feature, wire wheels and overdrive were listed as extras.
Source: Motorbase
Engines
| Capacity | Config | Model | Bore/Stroke | CR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1494cc | S4 OHV | Hillman S4 OHV | 79mm x 76mm |
Performance
| Top Speed | 0-60 | SQM | MPG | Engine Pwr | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98 mph | 14 s | 19.8 s | 26 mpg | 78 bhp 5300 |
Auction Sales History
| Lot Num |
Description | Auctioneer | Date | Hammer Price | Hammer Price (inc premium) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 113 | Sunbeam Alpine MKI | Barons | 27 Apr 2010 | £39000.00 | - |
| 114 | Sunbeam Alpine | Barons | 1 Aug 2006 | £5350.00 | - |
| 020 | 1960 SUNBEAM ALPINE | H&H Sales Limited | 27 Jul 2005 | £2100.00 | - |
| 035 | Sunbeam Alpine Sports (1959) | H&H Sales Limited | 17 Feb 1999 | £3500.00 | - |
| 018 | Sunbeam Alpine Sports (1959) | H&H Sales Limited | 15 Sep 1994 | £4350.00 | - |
| 051 | Sunbeam Alpine (1959) | H&H Sales Limited | 28 Jul 1994 | Not sold | |
| 070 | Sunbeam Alpine (1959) | H&H Sales Limited | 8 May 1994 | £5200.00 | - |
Books
| ISBN | Title | Publisher | Buy this book |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1588500233 | Sunbeam Rapier,Alpine 1955-65 Owners Workshop Manual | Brooklands Books |
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Magazine Articles
| Title | Pages | Options | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Article |
Buying Guide - Sunbeam Alpine and Tiger (1959-1968) |
104 |
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| Publication | Classic Cars October 2005 | |||
| Buying Guide - Sunbeam Alpine and Tiger (1959-1968) - The Alpine and Tiger may look similar, but they offer a fascinating choice between MGB alternative or cut-price Shelby Cobra. Here's all you need to know to choose the right one. | ||||
| Article |
Buyers Guide - Sunbeam Alpine Series I-V: 1959-1968 |
72 |
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| Publication | Practical Classics August 2002 | |||
| Buyers Guide - Sunbeam Alpine Series I-V: 1959-1968 - Badged Sabre as a prototype, the lack of popularity for Sunbeam's highly affordable Alpine has become a double-edged sword. | ||||
| Article |
Buyer's Guide - Sunbeam Alpine and Tiger |
156 |
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| Publication | Practical Classics November 1997 | |||
| Buyer's Guide - Sunbeam Alpine and Tiger - Forget your MGBs - the Sunbeam Alpine and Tiger are better buys, says Mark Dixon. But then, he owns one. | ||||
| Article |
Buying Power - Sunbeam Alpine |
32 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Weekly 28 August 2008 | |||
| Buying Power - Sunbeam Alpine - Rootes' only attempt at a sportscar was a surprising success. IAN SEABROOK tells you why you should consider this refined and sporty roadster. | ||||
| Article |
Buyers guide - Sunbeam Alpine |
124 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Mart July 2007 | |||
| Buyers guide - Sunbeam Alpine - Fancy something sporty but want to stand out from the crowd? The Sunbeam Alpine might be just the car for you. | ||||
| Article |
Modifying Alpines & Tigers |
82 |
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| Publication | Classics March 2005 | |||
| Modifying Alpines & Tigers - Want a classic sports car to tune up that is just a bit different? Greg Whitaker suggests you try a Sunbeam. | ||||
| Article |
Buying Power - Sunbeam Alpine/Tiger |
24 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Weekly 4 November 2004 | |||
| Buying Power - Sunbeam Alpine/Tiger - RICHARD GUNN is your guide to buying Rootes’ sporting convertibles of the Sixties, the Alpine and its rarer but more potent V8 sibling, the Tiger. | ||||
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