Vehicle Description
Absolutely gorgeous and impeccably restored, this is a genuine 1966
Sunbeam Tiger. This fine example of an ever-appreciating classic
has been authenticated by the Sunbeam Tiger Owners Association and
retains the original VIN-tag rivets. Ford V8 Engine. 4-Speed Manual
Trans. This iconic convertible will be a cherished addition to any
garage and is ready to show, drive and enjoy for years to
come.Every part was removed and the body was mounted on a
rotisserie. The underside of the floor pan and frame were then
stripped to bare metal and coated with epoxy primer. All seams were
carefully filled with high-quality body seam sealer. Finally, two
coats of rubberized, paintable undercoating were applied, followed
by automotive primer-sealer, followed by three coats of Dupont
Centari Acrylic Enamel Arctic White. Paint Process Rotisserie
Pictures The trunk floorpan and engine compartment were finished
with the same multi-step process as the underside of the floorpan
and frame. Hard to paint areas, such as inside the heater box,
underneath the dash, and the trunk's inner fender/valance surfaces
were meticulously cleaned and refinished, all with the Dupont
Arctic White Centari Acrylic Enamel. Trunk, Floorpan, and Engine
Compartment Paint Process Pics All blemishes were removed from the
exterior body's shell, doors, bonnet, and trunk lid and finished
with the same high-quality Dupont Arctic White Centari Enamel. The
hard-to-find Factory Hardtop comes with the vehicle. Included in
the restoration are all new rubber weatherstrips, seals, window
channels, hoses, etc...The interior and trunk are finished with
matching black pebble grain vinyl and black high quality sewn
carpeting. The seats were completely disassembled, blasted,
re-welded for strength, and assembled with new foam, supports
straps and vinyl. The dash cover is a new "original styled" piece
and enhances the original English Walnut veneer dashboard. All
gauges are Tiger original reconditioned Jaeger units and the wiring
has been completely replaced with an original replacement wiring
harness. Window and door mechanisms have been completely restored
and are trouble free, including all rubbers, weatherstrips, plugs
and seals. The original wooden steering wheel has been
reconditioned and nicely finishes the interior.The engine is
upgraded to a late '60s numbers matching performance built 302 V8.
The block is fully rebuilt and includes; Keith Black Silverline
Hypereutectic flat-top pistons; rods reconditioned with performance
rod bolts; reground crankshaft; performance camshaft to match
carburetion. The cylinder heads have new valves, hardened exhaust
seats, and guides. Intake manifold is a period correct 1966 cast
Ford 4 barrel manifold with 4100 carburettor. The intake air is
filtered with an oval air filter housing. Stock exhaust manifolds
are retained but coated with a high heat resistant finish. Exhaust
system replaced with a new 2-inch system. The engine is rated at
about 260 HP, yet retains the "original" Tiger appearance. Cooling
system upgraded to a 4 core "Club" radiator and retains the
original fan shroud. Transmission is the original Ford Toploader
wide ratio 4-speed and has been rebuilt. Transmission shifting is
performed with a special Hurst Competition Plus Shifter that has
the appearance of an original "short handle" yet has the nice tight
feel and close pattern one expects in a competition classic.
Shifting is always a pleasure; quiet, quick, efficient, and without
error. The driveline was glass media blasted, painted with black
enamel, and enhanced with heavy duty u-joints. The rear
differential was disassembled, inspected and rebuilt with new
bearings, seals, and 'proper' paint.Front suspension was completely
disassembled, glass blasted, primed with epoxy, and painted with
catalyzed black enamel. Shock towers strengthened with welded 3/8
plates. Steering supports reweld for additional support. All new
A-arm bushings, ball joints, and tie rod ends. Steering rack
reconditioned. Steering column rebuilt including new steering
u-joints. Sway-arm bushings replaced and sway arm installed with
new bushings. Rear Springs disassembled, bead blasted, and painted
with spring paint. Spring mounted Traction Master Traction Bars
added for axle tramp reduction. New spring and chassis
rubbers/bushings were installed as needed (difficult procedure).
Panhard bar body mounts rewelded and modified for strength. Panhard
bar rubbers replaced. All pieces glass blasted, epoxy primed, and
finished with catalyzed black enamel.The fuel tanks were properly
cleaned, resealed, and painted. All hoses, rubber tubes, and lines
are new. The fuel pump is prefiltered and fuel is metered with an
adjustable pressure valve. All the brake and clutch hydraulics have
been replaced or reconditioned to new. Front brake caliper dishes
are all new with replacement stainless units. Brake lines and hoses
are all new. As with the rest of the car, the fuel system, clutch,
and braking systems are fully restored. Extras include: Cat club 4
core radiator with 6-blade fan (retains original fan shroud),
Performance 302 V8 with wide ratio Ford Toploader transmission,
Traction Master traction bars, Ford Motorcraft "easy-access" oil
filter angle adapter, new 2-inch exhaust, tonneau cover, Talbot
style mirror, and the TAC certificate and sticker.For more
information on this fabulous 1966 Sunbeam Tiger, or any of our 100+
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