£37,950
1983 Talbot Sunbeam Lotus (U608)
Classicwise • United Kingdom
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This Talbot Sunbeam Lotus is a charismatic performance car, recently benefiting from a complete engine and gearbox rebuild and MSD electronic ignition. It presents beautifully with period-correct Pirelli Cinturato tyres and a well-cared for Lotus-developed twin-cam engine.
Condition
7
Well maintained, slight wear visible.
/ 10
Manual
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69,950 miles
DAC61Y
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
[RHD/LHD]
Vehicle For anyone who missed our last DAC Talbot Sunbeam Lotus, we re pleased to say we now have another example in stock.
Finished in the instantly recognisable blue and silver livery, the Sunbeam Lotus needs little introduction.
Born from rallying and homologation necessity, it remains one of the most charismatic and engaging performance cars of its era.
Compact, lightweight and gloriously analogue, this is a car that delivers its thrills the old-fashioned way through steering feel, balance and a wonderfully characterful drivetrain.
This example presents beautifully, sitting just right on its original Amil alloy wheels, now shod with period-correct Pirelli Cinturato tyres.
It s a detail that will not be lost on enthusiasts, contributing not only to the car s correct appearance but also to the way it drives.
Up front, the auxiliary Cibi lamps provide a subtle nod to the car s competition heritage, while the short wheelbase and upright proportions underline just how focused the...
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£8,439
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£24,475
Median Price (Since 2020)
£58,500
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on Feb 09 2027
Latest MOT Mileage
69,955 miles
Registration Date
1983-02-02
MOT History
Passed
On Feb 10 2026 with 69,955 miles
Passed
On Jul 22 2021 with 69,494 miles
Failed
On Jun 17 2021 with 60,486 miles
There were 9 defects noted, with 2 deemed dangerous.
Major:
- Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn tie rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn tie rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- Central Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced x member/lower panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- Nearside Rear Passenger's seat with a defective structure floor under seat (6.2.6 (a) (i))
Advisory:
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Passed
On May 15 2019 with 68,836 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
Passed
On May 21 2018 with 68,818 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- front tie rod bushes slightly worn
Failed
On Feb 23 2018 with 68,811 miles
There were 6 defects noted.
Fail:
- Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner sill not continuously seam welded on repair (2.4.A.3)
- Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner sill not continuously seam welded on repair (2.4.A.3)
- Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure small end insecure (2.2.D.2d)
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Passed
On Jun 17 2016 with 68,517 miles
Failed
On May 27 2016 with 68,513 miles
There were 7 defects noted.
Fail:
- Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Brake pipe inadequately clipped rear axle brake pipe (3.6.B.1)
- Exhaust system not adequately supported complete (7.1.1)
- Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings o/s/f floor and o/s/f chassis leg (6.1.B.2)
- Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering o/s/r inner and outer sills (6.1.A.1)
- Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering n/s/r inner and outer sills (6.1.A.1)
Failed
On Feb 24 2015 with 68,429 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
User Entered:
- surface corrosion under vehicle
Passed
On Feb 24 2015 with 68,429 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
User Entered:
- surface corrosion under vehicle
Passed
On Sep 26 2013 with 67,018 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
User Entered:
- surface corrosion under vehicle
Passed
On Sep 24 2011 with 66,882 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
User Entered:
- Oil leak
- all four tyres perished
- all four tyres worn on inner edge
- rear diff oil leak
- engine overheating
Passed
On Sep 10 2010 with 65,648 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
User Entered:
- All tyres have surface cracks (vehicle sits)
- Exhaust secured with wire but secure
- Rear diff has slight oil leak
Passed
On Jul 11 2009 with 64,404 miles
Passed
On Jun 04 2008 with 63,396 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
User Entered:
- advise off side rear tyer been rubbing on wing not visibil at test
Failed
On May 26 2008 with 63,396 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
User Entered:
- advise off side rear tyer been rubbing on wing not visibil at test
Passed
On May 25 2006 with 61,784 miles
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