LOT 19 P

1931 Sunbeam 16HP Doctors Coupé with Dickey Registration no. GN 4338 Chassis no. 5588M

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Lot 19^P

1931 Sunbeam 16HP Doctors Coupé with Dickey
Registration no. GN 4338 Chassis no. 5588M

30 May, Live & Online Motoring Auction|30 May 2020, 13:20 BST|Bicester, Bicester Heritage

1931 Sunbeam 16HP Doctors Coupé with Dickey
Registration no. GN 4338
Chassis no. 5588M

Odometer Reading: TBA
MoT Expiry: Exempt

*Attractive example of the marque
*Smartly presented but requires finishing
*A rewarding project

Bonhams are delighted to offer this attractive just post vintage Sunbeam 16hp doctors coupé, a stalled restoration project with much work completed. Photos on file show an unrestored rolling chassis less body. The chassis has now been restored, and the bodywork appears to be of professional quality work with ash frame clad in aluminum. It is well presented in two-tone turquoise and black with a cream leather interior which requires some completion. The engine turns over by hand with compression, offered with many spares and copy technical paperwork.

Sunbeam models excelled in performance and build quality, not to mention often attractive bodywork and this much-completed project would be a highly worthwhile opportunity for any enthusiast of the marque.

Footnotes

Vendor Score Total: 43/100

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Key for sellers' assessments:
1/5 POOR. A project vehicle | Requires urgent attention | Damaged | Parts missing
2/5 AVERAGE. Useable condition | Requires some attention | Light damage
3/5 GOOD. Drive away | Presents well | Good history file | Drives well
4/5 VERY GOOD. Well restored | Running and driving with no noticeable faults | Sound throughout
5/5 EXCELLENT. Concours condition | Beautifully presented | Driving very well

EXTERIOR TOTAL: 17/25
Body Work: 4
Chrome/Plastics/Trim: 3
Glass: 3
Paint: 4
Wheels/Tyres: 3

INTERIOR TOTAL: 8/20
Dashboard/Door cards/Carpets: 3
Headlining: 1
Seats: 3
Trim: 1

ENGINE TOTAL: 4/20
Mechanical components: 1
Running: 1
Starting: 1
Under Bonnet: 1

RUNNING GEAR TOTAL: 8/20
Axles: 2
Brakes: 2
Gearbox/Clutch: 2
Suspension: 2

ELECTRICAL TOTAL: 4/10
Ancillary components: 2
Main components: 2

Car History File: 2

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