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1982 Talbot Sunbeam Lotus

United Kingdom • 18 Jun 2026 • Lot 1507

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This restored Talbot Sunbeam Lotus is a standout example, featuring a full nut-and-bolt restoration completed recently and a rebuilt engine with minimal mileage. Its desirable 'Moonstone Blue' finish and uprated mechanicals make it a highly sought-after classic.

Condition

9

The car underwent a nut and bolt restoration between 2019-2022, with approximately 700 miles covered since. It features a rebuilt engine, bare metal respray, and has an advisory-free MOT until June 2027. While it's not explicitly stated as 'pristine,' the extensive restoration and low mileage since indicate it's in near-perfect condition with very minor signs of use.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

[Chassis No]

Odometer:

74,000 miles

Reg Number:

EAO 1V

RHD/LHD:

LHD

Description Nut + bolt restoration carried out between 2019-2022 Engine fully rebuilt with approx.

700 miles covered since Bare metal respray in original 'Moonstone Blue' Freshly serviced ready for its next custodian Large history file documenting the full resto Local car from new with just 4 prev owners Advisory free MOT until June 2027 HPI Clear Few cars capture the spirit of early-1980s rallying quite like the Talbot Sunbeam Lotus.

Lightweight, rear wheel drive and powered by a Lotus developed twin cam engine, it remains one of the most exciting homologation specials of its era.

This beautifully restored Moonstone Blue example looks every inch the giant killer it was born to be.

Background & History Developed as a road going homologation model for international rally competition, the Talbot Sunbeam Lotus combined the compact Sunbeam shell with Lotus engineering expertise.

The result was a genuinely rapid performance hatchback that helped Talbot secure the 1981 World Rally Champ...