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£27,000 (Est: £18,000 - £24,000)

1982 Talbot Sunbeam Lotus Series 2 'Group 4' Works Tribute

United Kingdom • 22 Feb 2025

Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1982 Talbot Sunbeam Lotus is a 'Group 4' Works Replica with a unique backstory, signwritten by the same person who worked on the factory rally cars. It features a rebuilt 2.2-litre Lotus engine, roll cage, and performance upgrades, though the service history is currently misplaced. The car has undergone cosmetic restoration but requires a minor service due to being stationary for six months.

Condition

7

While the car has undergone restoration work to address rust and has a rebuilt engine, the misplaced service history and the need for a minor service and check over suggest that it is not in pristine condition. The description indicates that the car has been built as a fast road car capable of competing in hill climbs, sprints, and track events, implying some level of use and potential wear. However, the recent work on the exhaust system, suspension, and differential, along with the restored bodywork, indicates that it is in good condition overall.

/ 10

Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

T4DCYBL425451

Odometer:

2,000 miles

Reg Number:

KKV 444Y

RHD/LHD:

RHD

The Talbot Sunbeam Lotus is one of the most iconic rally-bred hot-hatches of all time, standing as one of the founding fathers of the hot-hatch world.

The project began when Chrysler Europe sought a competitive rally car to take on the dominant Ford Escorts and Lancia Stratos models.

Naturally they turned to Lotus, known for their expertise in high performance engineering.

The result was a heavily modified version of the humble Sunbeam 1.6 GLS, now fitted with a 150bhp, 2.2-litre type 911 Twin-Cam Lotus engine, a ZF dog leg 5-speed gearbox, as well as a whole host of chassis and suspension enhancements.

The road-going version was built to satisfy FIA homologation rules, leading to the production of 2,308 units between 1979 and 1981.

This 1982 example is a fabulous 'Group 4' Works Replica with a fascinating backstory.

The car was originally signwritten by our vendor’s late father, Alan Barnacle Senior, who was the man responsible for signwriting all of the factory Sunbeam Lotus r...