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1965 SUNBEAM TIGER Mk1A SN3783 CHASSIS N0:B382000190LRXFE ENG NO:4704F21KA $99,500 (Inc GST, Excl Govt Charges if Applicable) A TIGER NOT A PUSSYCAT The Sunbeam Tiger Evolved from the Very Successful and Stylish Sunbeam Alpine and was Developed with the aid of Ken Miles and Carroll Shelby. It had Excellent Performance Throughout the Range as well as Great Low Speed Tractability and also Represented Excellent Value Considering the Substantial Performance on Offer. This Mk1A Tiger was Delivered New to the USA where it Resided Until Arriving in Australia some 25 Years Ago. It has been the Subject of a Full Bare-Metal Respray in Mid Blue and a Complete Interior Re-Trim. A Very Significant Amount of Mechanical Restoration and Upgrades have been Carried Out, and these are Noted in the Accompanying History File which Contains Receipts as well as other Valuable Technical Information. The Engine is a Shelby (Windsor) 289ci Block, Stroked to 302ci, TRW Flat-Top Pistons, Larger Valves and Roller Rockers, Isky 280 deg Mega-Cam and SpeedPro Hydraulic Lifters, Electronic Ignition as well as Many Other Improved Components. The Induction side is Fed by a 600cfm Holley Carburettor on an Edelbrock Performer 4 Barrel Manifold whilst the Exhaust is handled by Performance Extractors and 2'' Stainless Steel Dual Exhaust System. This Tiger is an Exciting Drive, with an Abundance of Power, giving you that nice Push in the Back when you put your Foot Down. The 4 speed Top Loader Gearbox allows Easy Selection of the Right Gear for any occasion. The Rack and Pinion Steering is both Light and Precise, whilst the Upgraded Wilwood 11.75''Front Ventilated Disc Brakes and Calipers provides Impressive, Reassuring Stopping Power. The Suspension has been Improved with Spax Adjustable Shock Absorbers both Front and Rear with Nolathane Bushes Replacing the Original Metalastic ones. Traction Bars and a 3.05:1 LSD Control the Power Delivery to the Rear Wheels. This Well Balanced Combination of Improvements Inspires Confidence, Leaving You Wanting to Explore the Tigers Limits. The Tiger is Equally at Home in the Suburbs or on the Highway or Enjoying the Challenges of a Twisty Road Through the Hills. Priced without Reg, Talk to us about Reg, Club or Other Plate Options. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE: V8 OF 302 CUBIC INCH CAPACITY FUEL SYSTEM: HOLLEY 600CFM 4 BARREL CARBURETTOR TRANSMISSION: 4 SPEED TOP LOADER MANUAL SUSPENSION: FRONT INDEPENDENT, REAR LIVE AXLE BRAKES: FRONT VENTILATED DISCS & REAR DRUMS WHEELS: 15'' SUPALITE ALLOY WHEELS
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Ad Id | JCFD5085773 |
Make | sunbeam |
Model | tiger |
Price | sold |
Odometer | 22,610 kms |
Colour | blue |
Engine | 4261 |
Cylinders | v8 |
Stock | SN3783 |
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