1st Oct, 2023 12:00
The Bolesworth Castle October 2023 Classic & Performance Car Auction
1967 Sunbeam Alpine GT Series V
***NO RESERVE*** Fitted with a factory 'Works' hardtop
Registration - UFK 199F
Chassis No - 395015869GTHS0
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - 52,537
This handsome example of the final iteration of the Rootes Group’s popular two-seater sports car has undergone a degree of sympathetic restoration in the hands of its current keeper. This has included a recent respray in British Racing Green, undersealing, engine bay refurbishment, reconditioning of the manual four-speed gearbox and renewal of the hood, alternator and brake servo. A GT model, it comes with the detachable factory hardtop, as well as the aforementioned hood and a tonneau cover. ‘UFK 199F’ has had just three keepers from new and has remained in the present ownership since 2016. The dashboard, trim, black vinyl seats and wood-rim steering wheel are nicely patinated, while the 1725cc, four-cylinder engine retains its original-specification twin Stromberg carburettors. The odometer presently reads 52,537 miles. The vendor informs us that the car drives well, and describes the paintwork as ‘excellent’ and the rest of the vehicle as being in ‘good’ condition - it is accompanied by a large history file. Offered at No Reserve, the Alpine provides an excellent opportunity to acquire a classic British sports car offering the choice of both of hard and soft-top motoring.
Launched in 1959 and based on a modified Hillman Husky floorpan, the Sunbeam Alpine was very much aimed at the US market by the Rootes Group, who marketed the Series 1 in the States with the tagline ‘Sleek – Swift – Spectacular’. The purpose-built sports car featured advanced monocoque construction and a 1494cc engine – and even boasted wind-up front windows; a rarity amongst British sports cars of the time. It soon established a reputation for reliability, which would continue across all five generations. Successive series would see performance increases as more powerful engines were introduced, while styling refinements further improved practicality and kept the car current. The final version, the Series V, was launched in 1965 and featured a 1725cc engine producing 92bhp. Production ceased on January 1, 1968.
In summary:
- A three-keeper car offered at No Reserve
- Comes complete with hard and soft tops plus a tonneau cover
- The subject of a sympathetic restoration, including a recent respray
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Sold for £5,850
(Inclusive of Buyer's Premium)
Registration - UFK 199F
Chassis No - 395015869GTHS0
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - 52,537
This handsome example of the final iteration of the Rootes Group’s popular two-seater sports car has undergone a degree of sympathetic restoration in the hands of its current keeper. This has included a recent respray in British Racing Green, undersealing, engine bay refurbishment, reconditioning of the manual four-speed gearbox and renewal of the hood, alternator and brake servo. A GT model, it comes with the detachable factory hardtop, as well as the aforementioned hood and a tonneau cover. ‘UFK 199F’ has had just three keepers from new and has remained in the present ownership since 2016. The dashboard, trim, black vinyl seats and wood-rim steering wheel are nicely patinated, while the 1725cc, four-cylinder engine retains its original-specification twin Stromberg carburettors. The odometer presently reads 52,537 miles. The vendor informs us that the car drives well, and describes the paintwork as ‘excellent’ and the rest of the vehicle as being in ‘good’ condition - it is accompanied by a large history file. Offered at No Reserve, the Alpine provides an excellent opportunity to acquire a classic British sports car offering the choice of both of hard and soft-top motoring.
Launched in 1959 and based on a modified Hillman Husky floorpan, the Sunbeam Alpine was very much aimed at the US market by the Rootes Group, who marketed the Series 1 in the States with the tagline ‘Sleek – Swift – Spectacular’. The purpose-built sports car featured advanced monocoque construction and a 1494cc engine – and even boasted wind-up front windows; a rarity amongst British sports cars of the time. It soon established a reputation for reliability, which would continue across all five generations. Successive series would see performance increases as more powerful engines were introduced, while styling refinements further improved practicality and kept the car current. The final version, the Series V, was launched in 1965 and featured a 1725cc engine producing 92bhp. Production ceased on January 1, 1968.
In summary:
- A three-keeper car offered at No Reserve
- Comes complete with hard and soft tops plus a tonneau cover
- The subject of a sympathetic restoration, including a recent respray
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Auction: The Bolesworth Castle October 2023 Classic & Performance Car Auction, 1st Oct, 2023
Our October auction of classic, modern classic and prestige cars and motorbikes.
Viewing Days:
Saturday 30th September, 1pm - 7pm
Sunday 1st October, 9am - 12 noon
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