Few Anglo-American hybrids have the personality of a Sunbeam Tiger, and this 1967 Tiger Mk I (identified as a Mk1A by the seller) brings together British roadster styling with Ford V8 performance in a way that still feels special nearly six decades later. Listed on eBay with a clean title and 92,000 miles showing, this example is described as an original car that has been restored, documented, and actively enjoyed. Thanks for the tip, Curvette!
Under the hood sits the original 260 cubic-inch V8, paired with its original transmission. According to the seller, both components are original to the car, and it also retains original numbered valve covers and the original hood. That kind of continuity matters with Tigers, as authenticity is a key part of their appeal. Adding to that credibility, the car comes with a certificate of authenticity from the Sunbeam Tiger Owners Association.
This Tiger underwent an extensive restoration in 2010. Since then, it hasn’t been tucked away as a static showpiece. The seller notes that it has been maintained, driven regularly, and enjoyed. It’s described as powerful, great-sounding, and attention-grabbing—qualities that have long defined the Tiger experience. With rear-wheel drive, a manual transmission, and a lightweight roadster platform, the formula is simple and engaging.
Finished in green, the car presents as a classic late-1960s sports car with the added muscle-car edge that only a factory V8 can provide. Both the soft top and hard top are said to be in good shape, giving the next owner flexibility for open-air cruising or a more enclosed driving experience.
Documentation appears to be a strong point here. The seller mentions extensive paperwork dating back to the 1990s, along with photos from the restoration. That historical trail can be especially valuable for collectors who want to understand a car’s journey and verify the work performed over time.
The Sunbeam Tiger has always occupied a unique niche, rarer than many of its contemporaries and distinct in character. With its original drivetrain, documented restoration, certificate of authenticity, and included original components, this 1967 example offers both credibility and drivability.
Offered at $45,000 OBO, it presents as a well-sorted, documented Tiger ready for continued enjoyment. Would you keep driving and enjoying it as intended, or tuck it away as a collectible piece of Anglo-American performance history?
That’s a lot of money, but it’s hard to resist a Tiger that hasn’t been messed with by over-enthusiastic owners.
It’s another one of those “feels faster than it really is” machines, probably thanks to the sound of that 260 Ford V8. The later cars with their 289 engines were a bit quicker, and offered more scope for horsepower beef-ups.
But who needs that? They’re fun, were nicely built, and this particular example looks like a real jewel. I love unmodified British sports cars, and for once wish I could write a check for this.
And, to answer Elizabeth’s question, I’d drive the daylights out of it!
Mk1A is correct — don’t know why the seller called it a Mk1 in the headline and Mk1A in the text.
Needs more photos, especially of the underbody, tops, etc.
It “comes with” as opposed to “retains” its original hood and numbered valve covers — they apparently are not currently installed on the car. Not a big deal.
Desirable mods appear to include a dual circuit brake setup and a 4-barrel intake and carb. The STOA cert is another plus. $45k could be a good price if it checks out and there is also a “make offer” option. These cars had a big runup in price a few years back but have come down since for driver-quality examples like this one.
Great little cars! Always wanted one in my early days and it’s nice to see a good example. $45K is a bit, bit too much for me. Maybe it’s worth it, however it is not an investment for me. I’d pay to drive it for 20 minutes. That’s enough for me in my later years!!
“Did you ever wonder”,,,another mentor of mine, Andy Rooney had a car just like this, only a ’66. His daughter found it in a garage in poor shape, and had it restored in 2010 also. He never drove it again and died in 2011. One of his many famous quotes:
Gratification is the death of desire, once you get something you usually don’t want it anymore. ( hint,,$75K Mustangs?)Tigers, for me, were a waste of a good Alpine, and never had the urge to have one.
1968 a bunch of us SCCA guys were working on cars and spending all our money on racing. 2 of the guys were running Alpines and I had a Healey. We hung around a Sunbeam dealership in Lakewood, Wa. where the owner, George Stancifer, would kindly allow us use of his shop area. He sold a few Tigers to some of the SCCA crowd for their street rides. The Alpine was always an odd duck in the British sports car realm, with a nice folding top, roll up windows , a reasonable engine and modern styling it seemed to have all that you could want, but it never had that appeal of the Healeys , Triumphs and MG’s. Same with the Tiger, one would think that with all those creature comforts and the V8 engine it would be a better choice than a Cobra, but it lacked that raw hard hitting feel.
Not usually a green fan but it looks good on this car. Neat cars then, neat cars now.