1965 Sunbeam Tiger

It was sold new in Washington before moving to Arizona for many years and then to a Chicago-based collector in 2009, who had the car repainted in its factory Carnival Red. One leaf spring was added to raise the factory stance. The traction arms were also stripped, painted, and fitted with new bushings. Finally, a new set of correct rear shocks were installed. Rolling stock consists of 15� Halibrand two-piece wheels measuring 6� wide up front with a 3. 75 offset and 7� wide in the rear with a 4. 25 offset. They are wrapped in Yokohama S. drive 195/50 series rubber all around. The factory 13�steel wheels with hubcaps, rings, and Michelin tires are included as displayed in the photo gallery. A new factory-style convertible top was installed, and the original tonneau cover is also included. Side-view mirrors were recently added. A new dashboard and dash pad from Sunbeam Specialties were recently fitted along with Coco mats. The gauges were cleaned while the dashboard was out. This Tiger retains its matching-numbers 260ci V8 per the STOA certificate and picture of the engine stamping in the gallery. Local Ford specialist Robert Reeves did a complete blueprint/balance with new. 30 over pistons, rings, main bearings, rods, roller cam, timing chain, oil pump, rocker arms, intake and exhaust valves, valve seats, valve springs, valve guides, push rods, and rod bolts. New transmission seals were also added. Additional work included:New clutchNew electric fuel pumpNew starterNew water pumpRobert Woolridge water pump pulley (13% faster than stock)Carburetor rebuiltNew clutch master cylinderLatest version Griffin aluminum radiatorFive-blade high speed Derale fanNew radiator cap and 180 thermostatNew fan belt and all hosesElectric pusher fan with thermostat set to 190Closed off horn holesPertronix 3 distributor with new flame thrower coilAs a result, this Tiger is noted to run at a steady 190-195 degrees. While the engine was out, the bay was repainted. New engine and transmission mounts were installed. Once completed, a new stainless steel exhaust system was installed including all-new gaskets, hangers, and bushings from Sunbeam Specialties. Many other undercarriage pictures are provided in the photo gallery. The STOA certificate of authenticity is shown above, while documentation since the 1990s covering all recent refurbishment work will also be included with the sale. In addition to the factory wheels, the original distributor/coil, radiator, four-blade engine fan, and fan pulley will also be included.