12th Mar, 2026 10:00

March Classic Vehicles & Memorabilia Auction

 
Lot 599
 

599

1971 SUNBEAM STILETTO

Sold for £3,300
Estimated at £2,000 - £3,000

Note that some lots may be sold provisionally


Lot details

Make: SUNBEAM
Model: STILETTO
Registration: XKL 563J
Engine Size (cc): 875
Year of Manufacture: 1971
Date First Registered: 06/04/1971
Current V5: YES
Location: PICKERING
You can view from: Wednesday 4 March 2026 - Tuesday 10 March 2026

Current V5 present. No other paperwork.

The vendor has provided the following:

  • Sunbeam Stilleto 1971
  • Has a 998 engine, which was bought by the previous owner and is unused as far as I know
  • Has had an adjustable suspension and front disc brake conversion fitted again by the previous owner
  • The front seats are leather and from an Audi TT, but will require fitting
  • The rear seating is in black leather, custom-made
  • At some point, the car had been fitted with a Kawasaki motorcycle engine with a front readiator hence the bonnet air intakes
  • The body is fairly solid, with any welding done by previous owners
  • I bought this a few years ago as an ongoing project, but have done little work on it, and have since lost interest
  • All the spare glass is in the car with twin Stromberg carbs and motorbike carbs in the front
  • Also, various boxed spare parts, a spare bonnet, and a couple of rear boot lids
  • There is also a roll cage to go with it

 

Make: SUNBEAM
Model: STILETTO
Registration: XKL 563J
Engine Size (cc): 875
Year of Manufacture: 1971
Date First Registered: 06/04/1971
Current V5: YES
Location: PICKERING
You can view from: Wednesday 4 March 2026 - Tuesday 10 March 2026

Current V5 present. No other paperwork.

The vendor has provided the following:

  • Sunbeam Stilleto 1971
  • Has a 998 engine, which was bought by the previous owner and is unused as far as I know
  • Has had an adjustable suspension and front disc brake conversion fitted again by the previous owner
  • The front seats are leather and from an Audi TT, but will require fitting
  • The rear seating is in black leather, custom-made
  • At some point, the car had been fitted with a Kawasaki motorcycle engine with a front readiator hence the bonnet air intakes
  • The body is fairly solid, with any welding done by previous owners
  • I bought this a few years ago as an ongoing project, but have done little work on it, and have since lost interest
  • All the spare glass is in the car with twin Stromberg carbs and motorbike carbs in the front
  • Also, various boxed spare parts, a spare bonnet, and a couple of rear boot lids
  • There is also a roll cage to go with it

Auction: March Classic Vehicles & Memorabilia Auction, 12th Mar, 2026

Welcome to our March Auction!

The viewing period for this auction is Wednesday 4 March 2026 - Tuesday 10 March 2026. 

Prospective buyers are encouraged to view specific lots pre-auction and inspect paperwork if available.

The entrance fee is £5 per person during the viewing periods at our Pickering branch. 
This forms part of our annual fundraising to help local and national charities chosen by us.
 
PLEASE NOTE: Please be aware that all lots are sold as seen and without any warranty implied or given. You must satisfy yourself as to a lot's description and condition before you decide to bid. We recommend that you inspect the lot in person during the general viewing days held prior to the auction or call us to arrange for an individual appointment.
 
Each auction throughout the year will witness a collection / donation.

 

 

Viewing

The viewing period for this auction is Wednesday 4 March 2026 - Tuesday 10 March 2026. 

Monday to Friday: 9am – 5pm

Saturday: 9am – 12pm

Auction Days are closed.

 

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