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- CCA June Sale 2020
- 1983 Talbot Sunbeam Lotus
1983 Talbot Sunbeam Lotus
Lot Number: 351
1983 Talbot Sunbeam Lotus
One of the valuable 'DAC' cars authentically restored...
- Sold for: £23,650
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 27th June, 2020 at 12.00pm BST at
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BODY COLOUR
Moonstone Blue -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
DAC110Y -
ODOMETER READING
57906 Miles
SUMMARY
One of the valuable 'DAC' cars authentically restored...
DESCRIPTION
Offered for sale is a 2.2L 1983 Talbot Sunbeam Lotus manual that has been with the current owner for the last 2 years. Coming with an extensive history file, this lot's condition scores an impressive 122/135. One of the valuable 'DAC' cars authentically restored...
2172cc Twin-Cam breathing through two twin-choke Dellorto carbs producing 155bhp
A 'non-sunroof' car with a 5-speed ZF box and 'Skip Brown' limited-slip differential
Comprehensive bare metal, glass-out restoration in 2017 with the focus on authenticity
Fully rebuilt Lotus engine and carburettors @ 57,000 miles - very little use since
Finished in Moonstone Blue metallic and retrimmed with correct 'Piccadilly' cloth seat facings
New Pirelli CN36 VR period-correct tyres and refurbished AMIL wheels
Massive history file - Original Service book, Driver's Manual, Sales Brochure, MOTs and invoices
A superbly restored example of the sought-after final batch of 'DAC' registered cars
Exterior: 5/5, Interior: 5/5, Engine: 5/5, Transmission: 4/5, Running gear: 4/5, Electrics: 5/5, Vehicle history: 4/5 For a full condition report, view this car on www.classiccarauctions.co.uk/.
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 351
- Make
- TALBOT
- Model
- SUNBEAM LOTUS
- Registration Number
- DAC110Y
- Chassis Number
- T4DCYBL424864
- Transmission
- manual
- Body Colour
- Moonstone Blue
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Simon Langsdale
- Car Specialist
- simon@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Simon.
CONTACTSCORE:
118 / 130
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About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
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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