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1967 Sunbeam Rapier Series V ' Works Specification'

Lot Number 129

1967 Sunbeam Rapier Series V ' Works Specification'

First owned by racing, hill-climb, and rally legend, Betty Haig...

 

Built by Rootes Group Sunbeam Talbot Ltd in 1965 but first registered on 31st March 1967

FIA registered with the RAC in 1966 it is believed it was a reserve car for the works rally team

First owner Betty Leah (nee Haig) was the great niece of Field Marshall the Earl Haig

She won a gold medal for the 2,000-mile road rally at the Berlin Olympics in 1936

FIVA and MSA papered and prepared for regularity rallying. Chris Draycott-built engine

A rare opportunity to own a Rootes 'Works' car with exceptional provenance.

 

  • Sold for: £17,094

Bid online during our live auction or at The Saleroom.

LIVE AUCTION: Saturday 23rd March | 12.00pm GMT
  • BODY COLOUR
    Blue
  • DRIVE
    RHD
  • Registration Number
    REG NUMBER
    PGF775E
  • ODOMETER READING
    11500 Miles

SUMMARY

First owned by racing, hill-climb, and rally legend, Betty Haig...

 

Built by Rootes Group Sunbeam Talbot Ltd in 1965 but first registered on 31st March 1967

FIA registered with the RAC in 1966 it is believed it was a reserve car for the works rally team

First owner Betty Leah (nee Haig) was the great niece of Field Marshall the Earl Haig

She won a gold medal for the 2,000-mile road rally at the Berlin Olympics in 1936

FIVA and MSA papered and prepared for regularity rallying. Chris Draycott-built engine

A rare opportunity to own a Rootes 'Works' car with exceptional provenance.

 

DESCRIPTION

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
129
Make
SUNBEAM
Model
RAPIER SERIES V
Registration Number
PGF775E
MOT Expiry
03/05/2019
Chassis Number
B325002058HH0
Engine Number
B325002058HSO
Transmission
manual
Body Colour
Blue

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CCA VENDOR CONDITION REPORT

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Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car

Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts

Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history

Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history

Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history

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