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£10,696 (Est: £15,000 - £20,000)
1932 Sunbeam 16 HP Drophead Coupe
United Kingdom • 6 Aug 2025
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1932 Sunbeam 16HP drophead coupe, a 'rolling restoration' project, has been with the same family since 1981. It requires interior and mechanical work, though the engine turns, and comes with limited history but includes ownership records dating back to 1952.

Condition
3
The car is described as a 'rolling restoration' needing completion of interior and mechanical work. Although the engine turns, it hasn't been driven, suggesting it requires substantial reconditioning.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
5027P
Odometer:
[Odometer Reading]
Reg Number:
SO4454
RHD/LHD:
[RHD/LHD]
Description Classed as a rolling restoration; known to the Sunbeam Talbot Darracq register; recently fitted new hood; owned by our vendors family since 1981 The Sunbeam marque was a force to be reckoned with in the 1920s, manufacturing a range of superb quality cars appealing to the discerning motorist.
By the mid 1930s, Rootes had taken charge and the range turned into a range of solid more sensible models, compared with the roaring sporty 20s.
This 16HP drophead coupe was first registered in 1932 and should be classed as a rolling restoration currently.
Completion of the interior and mechanical work is needed and the car was transported here, but the engine does turn.
We have not attempted to drive it.
Our vendor was a member of the Sunbeam Talbot Darracq register a few years ago, so it is a recognised car to the club.
Although there is very little history with the car, we do have a letter confirming the names of the last 5 owners, dating back to 1952 to present day and a handw...
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£8,400
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£15,400
Median Price (Since 2020)
£33,986
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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