Sunbeam Alpine

Sunbeam Alpine
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The Sunbeam Alpine is a two-seater sports roadster/drophead coupé that was produced by the Rootes Group from 1953 to 1955, and then 1959 to 1968. The name was then used on a two-door fastback coupé from 1969 to 1975. The original Alpine was launched in 1953 as the first vehicle from Sunbeam-Talbot to bear the Sunbeam name alone since Rootes Group bought Clément-Talbot, and later the moribund Sunbeam from its receiver in 1935.

Technical data
ManufacturerSunbeam
ProductionFrom 1953

Generations

Other Sunbeam models

Common problems & reliability

In the UK, 89% of Sunbeam Alpines pass their MOT test first time, based on 112 inspections.

Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).

Recalls & safety

No recorded recalls for the Sunbeam Alpine in EU Safety Gate or NHTSA (US).

Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Sunbeam recalls.