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£20,215

1958 Sunbeam Rapier Series II Convertible 4-Speed w/Overdrive

United States • 17 Dec 2021

Vehicle Details

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This 1958 Sunbeam Rapier Series II Convertible, sold for $27,250, features a 1,494cc inline-four engine and a four-speed manual transmission with overdrive. Refinished in Sea Crest Green with a two-tone green and white interior, it boasts a replacement white convertible top, 15" steel wheels, and comes with service records since 2005, though it has some cosmetic wear and a non-functional radio.

Condition

6

The car is described as having undergone refurbishment work, including a repaint, interior refresh, and replacement of the convertible top. While it has some reported imperfections like chips in the windshield and bubbling on the fender, it also comes with service records and manufacturer's literature, suggesting good maintenance. Overall, it shows moderate wear and some cosmetic issues, indicating it needs some reconditioning.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

A38055190D

Odometer:

49,000 miles

Reg Number:

[Reg Number]

RHD/LHD:

[RHD/LHD]

This 1958 Sunbeam Rapier is a Series II convertible that is powered by a 1,494cc inline-four mated to a four-speed manual transmission with overdrive.

Finished in Sea Crest Green with a white convertible top and side accents, it features a matching two-tone vinyl interior, rear tail fins, 15″ steel wheels, an electric fuel pump, and lap belts.

The car was acquired by the seller in 2005 following their sister’s acquisition in the 1990s, and refurbishment work is said to have included an interior refresh in the 1990s, a repaint and installation of Coker whitewall tires in 2013, and replacement of the convertible top in 2017.

This Rapier Series II is now offered in Georgia with manufacturer’s literature, a shop manual, a Rootes parts catalog, service records dating back to 2005, and a clean Tennessee title in the seller’s name.

Introduced by the Rootes Group in February 1958, the Series II was offered in coupe and convertible body styles with an updated front grille and rear tail fins...