1964 Sunbeam Tiger Mark I
- Engine
- 260 cu-in (4.3L) Ford V8
- Colour
- Balmoral Gray
A 1964 Sunbeam Tiger Mark I — the Ford V-8-engined derivative of the Alpine created through collaboration between Carroll Shelby and the Rootes Group — finished in rare Balmoral Gray, one of approximately 27 produced in this colour. Its traceable history begins in California in the mid-1970s. In 2007 a comprehensive factory-correct restoration was carried out by noted specialists, after which the car earned multiple Best of Show honours at Sunbeam Tiger Owners Association concours events and at the SAAC meet, and was exhibited at The Quail in 2010.
Ownership
- —Auction saleSold US$105,000
- → 2006Acquisition unknownSecond California ownerpartial documentation
A subsequent California-based owner held the car before it was located by the next owner in 2006.
- 2006 →Private saleNeal Wichardfull documentation
Based in La Jolla, California; commissioned a thorough factory-correct restoration in 2007 involving several noted specialists, and showed the car at major concours events.
- Date unknownCalifornia owner (mid-1970s)partial documentation
Car was regularly used and maintained during this period in California, with receipts and service records supporting the history.
Competition
- 2010The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering
Car was displayed as an exhibit at this prestigious annual gathering.
- 2011Sunbeam Tiger Owners Association ConcoursBest of Show (two awards)
Car received two Best of Show honors at the STOA concours in 2011.
- 2011SAAC Meet, Santa MonicaBest of Show
Earned top concours honors at the Shelby American Automobile Club regional event.
Maintenance & restoration
- 2007RestorationDoug Pratt, David Zumstein, and Tom Shelby
Comprehensive factory-correct restoration covering bodywork, chrome and brightwork, interior trim, and mechanical components, all brought to a high standard.
Commissioned by Neal Wichard; the restorers were specialists in Cobra and Tiger models.
- 2011InspectionSunbeam Tiger Owners Association
Vehicle inspected and formally certified by the Sunbeam Tiger Owners Association.
Car is also listed in The Book of Norman, a recognised Tiger registry.
- —Modification
Fitment of a larger-capacity oil filter as an upgrade over the standard unit.
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