1966 Sunbeam Tiger review from North America
"English roadster with american muscle"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Electrical: Starter and generator.
Cooling: Radiator.
Drive train: Rear axle bearing.
Brakes: Nearly everything (fluid contamination).
Suspension: Front springs.
General comments?
Despite the mechanical issues with this car, I absolutely loved it. It was the performance version of the Sunbeam Alpine, two seat roadster. Instead of the anemic 4-cylinder, the Tiger had a 260 cubic inch Ford V-8 and Ford top-loader transmission, paired with a Dana Spicer Model 44 rear end. The "conversion" of the Alpine to the Tiger was engineered by Carol Shelby, who designed the original Cobra. Drove the heck out of this car. Would love to find another one day.
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1966 |
| First year of ownership | 1973 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 1979 |
| Engine and transmission | 260 Ford V8 Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 5 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 1 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 80000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 160000 miles |
| Previous car | MG B |
| Date of Entry | 20th March, 2004 |