1963 sunbeam alpine series III (Plainfield, NJ)

1963 sunbeam alpine series III

Est. 85 bhp 1 592 cc inline four-cylinder engine four-speed manual transmission independent front suspension with coil springs rigid rear axle with semi-elliptical leaf springs and front disc and rear drum brakes. Wheelbase 86 in. The Series III Featured a unique Hood Badge with a Chrome Surround----Not Used On any other Alpine----only 5863 produced that year Sleek - swift - spectacular. This was Sunbeam s description of the new Alpine when it was unveiled with an eye for the United States market in 1960 as a direct shot across the bow of Triumph s TR3 and the MGB. Certainly the new Alpine with a drivetrain borrowed from Sunbeam s Rapier payed homage to contemporary American styling preferences with long pointed Tailfins and a sporting narrow grille treatment in some ways not dissimilar from Ford s own Thunderbird. Add to that a curved windshield standard tachometer front disc brakes and a close-ratio four-speed gearbox mated to a sprightly four-cylinder engine and this was precisely what the United States sports car market wanted--something that was indeed sleek swift and spectacular. From the striking british green finish to the tidy engine bay nicely presented boot and black interior the car clearly shows signs of restoration and driving enjoyment since that time. Cosmetic deficiencies are few and far between. Otherwise the interior shows signs of use but period-correct outfitting from the four-speed gearshift and instrumentation to the seating and headliner. Economical to work on and an absolute delight to drive there is perhaps no more attractive entry point into the world of British sports car motoring than in a Sunbeam Alpine. Restoration Performed Repainted in British Green----- there will be a few scratches Rebuilt Engine ----less than 500 miles since rebuilt New Clutch and Pressure plate New brakes and Master Cylinder New Tires New Carpet installed----- OEM Sunbeam Alpine Carbs Rebuilt call or text for more information-----come check out this beautiful Sunbeam alpine