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Sunbeam Rapier

Series I

Sunbeam Rapier I

Production

19551958

produces 7477th

Body style (s)

2-door Sedan

Engine (s)

1390 cc OHV straight-4

Wheelbase

96 in (2,400 mm)

Length

160 (4,100 mm)

Width

60 in (1,500 mm)

Height

57 in (1,400 mm)

The Series I Rapier was a pretty car, which usually also the trade press was recorded. Available in a range of attractive two-tone color scheme typical of the time change, he boasted column shift, leather upholstery and a Overdrive as standard equipment. Vinyl trim was an option to export to the UK and standard in certain areas. Rapier bodies were delivered by steel sheeting, Thrupp Maberly & built in north London, where they were painted and trimmed, then shipped to the Rootes assembly plant in Ryton-on-Dunsmore near Coventry, where the engines, transmissions and running gear were fitted! This complex situation remained until the end of 1963, when the series was introduced IV.

The Rapier 1390 cc engine was essentially the same as that of the attached Hillman Minx but with a higher compression ratio (8:1 instead of 7:1), a Zenith carburetor and revised DIF 36 Intake and exhaust manifold. In this form it develops 62.5 hp (46.6 kW) at 5000 rpm. A column change, four-speed transmission with overdrive was on third and top in the price included as a standard feature.

Although the rapier was lively performance was by the standards of his time, and their use as very well, it soon became clear that there is not strong enough. From October 1956, which won directly by international experience in rallying from the famous competition Rootes' department Rapier was the R67 with the updated engine, where the Twin Zenith Stromberg carburetors 36 WIP carburetor was replaced to a new intake manifold. This engine produces 67.5 hp (50.3 kW) at 5,000 rpm, the effect of which was to reduce the Rapier 0-60 mph time by almost 1 second and the top speed by 3 mph (4.8 kph).

The British magazine The Motor Series I tested, twin carburettor, saloon in 1957 recording a top speed of 85.7 mph (137.9 kmh) and acceleration 0-60 mph (97 kph) in 20.9 seconds and a fuel consumption of 30.5 miles per Imperial gallon (9.26 liters per 100 km, 25.4 mpg U.S.). The test car costs, including 1043 tax 348th

In the competition of a finished Rapier Peter Harper driven in fifth place in the 1958 Rallye Monte Carlo.

Only 7477 pieces were produced from this first version of the Sunbeam Rapier. It was set in 1958 with the introduction of the Series II version.

Series II

Sunbeam Rapier II

Production

19581959

produced 15 151.

Body style (s)

2-door Saloon, Drophead Coup

Engine (s)

1494 cc OHV straight-4

The Sunbeam Rapier Series II on 6 Announced in February 1958, available in hardtop and convertible, it is a big improvement over the series I. In a significant move start for today's new vehicle was placed Rootes for nine of the new car in Monte Carlo for the press at the end of the Rally Monte Carlo (in which Peter Harper came 5th overall try in a work produced series I).

The Sunbeam Rapier Series II introduced the now famous Rapier form. Although the changes emerged in the Rootes styling department, it strengthens the link to Loewy designed Studebaker, Series II looked remarkably like a shortened Studebaker Golden Hawk!

The Sunbeam traditional grille has been re-established, albeit shortened and widened. It was impossible, the fact that the car was originally designed with a horizontal grille cover, left, the space through the adoption of the Sunbeam filled radiator grille with horizontal lateral lattice. The two-color lower body diagram of the series I have been sold to a wide full length flash in the same color as the roof, but the most amazing Change was the appearance on the rear fender pronounced fins.

The interior of the Series II was little changed from that of the series I,, except that a floor gear replaced the unpopular column change. This change, developed on the works rally cars of the series I was, was an instant success. In order to keep costs down, the leather upholstery, standard on the Series I was discontinued in favor of vinyl and overdrive was an extra-cost option.

The biggest improvement in the series II but was his new engine. Based on obvious reasons Rally Master, it had a capacity increase of 1494 cc. The increase of production capacity with a higher compression ratio of 8.5:1 and greater combined intake and exhaust valves, the power to 73 hp (54 kW) at 5200 Rpm increase. Autocar quoted a top speed than 91 mph (146 kmh) with a 0-60 mph time of 20.2 seconds. A direct consequence of competition experience , the series II with larger disc brakes and a recirculating ball steering box instead of the rather vague worm and nut-Box Series I.

The Series II was to be in favor of the series III sold in 1959 to 15 151 units were built (hardtop and convertible) was.

Series III

Sunbeam Rapier III

Production

19591961

15,368 produced.

Body style (s)

2-door saloon, Drophead Coup

Engine (s)

1494 cc OHV straight-4

Considered by many to be the final Sunbeam Rapier Series III was introduced in September 1959. Rootes made subtle changes to the bodywork, which were individually insignificant, but when combined, significantly changed its appearance.

For example, the number of horizontal bars in each of the lateral grid was increased from three to four. The Boot lid acquired an elongated plate recess and surround instead of the place one of the earlier cars. The most striking change was the redesigned page flash now narrower and deeper side of the car with the Rapier script on its rear end. The subtle change was, however, a reduction in the thickness of the windscreen pillars and a Reduce scuttle line on a 20% increase in type windshield.

Throughout the series III, the changes were striking. Rootes stylists completely redesigned and given the seats and interior trim that, in single color, high quality vinyl with contrasting piping are trimmed. For the first time deep Carpets as standard in the foot-well (previous versions had rubber mats). The steering wheel, knobs and switches were made of black plastic instead of beige. The most striking However, variation was the instrument panel. Instead of upholstered metal and plastic as in the earlier cars, was the dash in walnut veneer with a padded crash overcome Role fall, and held a full complement of black-faced British Jaeger instruments.

Mechanically, the series benefited from the Design III of the Sunbeam Alpine sports car, with which it shared the engine. Although the capacity was still 1494 cc, it was with a new eight-port aluminum cylinder head with increased density and turned off valves, and uses a new, sportier camshaft. The two Zenith carburetors from the Series II had remained on a new water heated intake manifold mounted. The result of these changes was a power increase of 5 hp (4 kW) to 78 hp (58 kW) at 5400 rpm.

Gear changes to make higher included second, third and top gear ratios, and a reduction of the shift lever movement for shorter lever travel and snappy changes. New front disc brakes improved stopping power, the Rapier and extended his tracks in front to give more stability and better traction.

A sedan with overdrive was tested by the British magazine The Motor and in 1960 had a top speed of 91.7 mph (147.6 kmh) and was 0-60 speed mph (97 kph) in 16.6 seconds. A consumption of 29.5 miles per Imperial gallon (9.58 L/100 km 24.6 mpg U.S.) was recorded. The test car cost in 1045 Tax included.

The Series III, of which 15 368 units built (hardtop and convertible) were the most important series IIIA in April 1961.

Series IIIA

Sunbeam Rapier IIIA

Production

19611963

produced 17 354.

Body style (s)

2-door Saloon, Drophead Coup

Engine (s)

1592 cc OHV straight-4

It was inevitable that when the Sunbeam Alpine Series II with 1592 cc engine was announced, it would take not long before published a similarly powered Rapier. Sure enough, 20 April 1961 on the Series IIIA was announced.

Externally and internally the series IIIA was identical to the Series III. The improvements were directed exclusively to improve the durability of the car. To this end, increased to 1592 cc engine capacity was installed and a stiffer crankshaft. To increase the reliability, installed larger diameter of the crankshaft connecting rod, which called for changes to the connection rods and piston pins. Changed oil and water pumps completed Motor changes. min as a result increased output of 78 hp (58 kW) to 80.25 hp (59.84 kW) at 5100 rpm and torque of 84 lbft (114 Nm) at 3500 rpm to increase Ftlbf 88.2 (119.6 Nm) at 3900 rpm.

Also contain the serial IIIA many detail changes such as increased Diameter front stabilizer bar, the much improved road holding, a redesigned clutch bell, a revised clutch springs with 9 instead of 6 and a newly designed air filter Assembly. Inside the car a fresh-air heater, to date only at an additional cost, a standard fitting. All these changes combined to produce the series IIIA subtly by his predecessor and give the Sunbeam Rapier to life in the showroom.

Top speed for the series IIIA was lower than the series III at 90 mph (140 kmh). It also took longer than the Series III to 60 mph (19.3 seconds) but got his engine was far more durable.

Mid-1963 the series was IIIA convertible hardtop but the deposed soldiered on until October 1963 when it replaced the Series IV. When production of the series had stopped IIIA 17 354 units built been.

Series IV

Sunbeam Rapier IV

Production

19631965

produces 9700th

Body style (s)

2-door Salon

Engine (s)

1592 cc OHV straight-4

Late Rootes in 1963 were set to fall Rapier. It was no longer the mainstay of the department competitions because Rootes had addressed its competitive position, efforts to reduce the Hillman Imp and the Sunbeam Tiger. In fact, a completely new Series IV Rapier was designed, built prototypes and testing completed, and then the Rootes Group changed his mind! The New Series IV Rapier was Humber Sceptre Mark I and the old Series IIIA Rapier has been redesigned, hopefully to give it new life as a touring sedan and a sports coup.

The most striking difference was the switch to 13-inch (330 mm) wheels together with the rest of the Rootes Light Car range. This meant that the magnificent, but unpredictable stainless steel wheel trims earlier rapiers were replaced by Rootes Corporate tires and wheels finisher. At the front the car has been completely redesigned and sent to make more up-to-date look. A new hood from the front look lower and flatter and the front fenders were modified to extensions alloy casing side grilles to accept and side lights with amber turn signals. The traditional Sunbeam grill, stylized already strong for the Series II, was further modified to a lower, to give square shape with a pronounced convex profile. New headlight rims were available, chrome, in fact, Sunbeam Alpine tag, but for the rapier, and a new front apron with the same shape and profile as the rest of the Light Car range. On the back, a new full width base license plate arrived with a new Light Car range Bumper. More open view from the side, the images were removed from the side windows. Finally, small badge mounted on the bottom of each front wing and on the trunk lid of each car will be announced at a "Series IV".

Inside, a new dash, or veneered in walnut, but increased with the glove compartment in the dashboard itself allows the inclusion of a proper storage shelf on each side of the car. Instrumentation and controls were much as before, except that the heater switches and ashtrays were now housed in a front of the shifter console. To support driver comfort, an adjustable steering column was installed along with new front seats, the more fore and aft adjustment allows for the first time, included recliner.

Together with the rest of the Light Car range was developed Rapier new front axle to replace the half king pin on each side of the car with a sealed for life ball joint. All other suspension joints were sealed either for life or rubber bushed so each point on the grease car. The gearing has been adjusted to a total for the smaller wheels and compensate for the front brake discs were reduced in size so that they fit inside the wheels. A brake booster to the standard and the spring and damper settings were adjusted to give a softer ride. A new diaphragm clutch and new clutch master cylinder made easier and progressive clutch.

The 1592 cc engine from the Series IIIA was unchanged, but the double Zenith carburetor finally gave way to a single twin-choke Solex 32PAIA in the interest of usability. The effect of the new carb was to increase the supply of 84 hp (63 kW) and torque to 91 lbft (123 Nm) at 3500 rpm.

In October 1964, along with the rest of the Light Car range, the Series IV was the new Rootes all synchronized gear, a change that coincided with the introduction of a new Computer chassis numbering.

The engine driving test April 1964 was the Series IV Rapier speed than 91 mph (146 kph) and its 0-60 mph time as 17 seconds.

When production ended the series IV in 1965, 9700 units had been built.

Series V

Sunbeam Rapier V

Production

19651967

produces 3759th

Body style (s)

2-door sedan

Engine (s)

1725 cc OHV straight-4

Pending the completion of the new Fastback Rapier, Rootes decided to have more go at updating the much-loved old Sunbeam Rapier. In September 1965 they introduced the V-series version that looked just like the Series III from the inside and outside with the exception of badges on wings and boots, which now said: "1725", reveals the presence of an important new engine.

Rootes had extensively redesigned its famous old four-cylinder engine to increase its capacity to 1725 cc. Along the way it was a new crankshaft with five main bearings acquired, which makes the unit stronger and smoother. This was the powerful engine that would power the Rapier Series V and are designed for many subsequent models.

To further update of the car, they changed their polarity from positive and negative ground mounted an alternator instead of the dynamo. They also develop a new twin-pipe exhaust system so that the new engine could breathe easier.

The impact of these changes was to the Rapier to 95 mph top speed increase (153 kph) and its time from rest to 60 mph (97 kph) to 14.1 seconds. Unfortunately for all its good qualities, not simply sell the V series. When it was discontinued in June 1967, only 3759 units had been built, making it the rarest of all "series" Sunbeam Rapier.

Sunbeam Rapier Fastback Coupe

Main article: Rootes Arrow

Sunbeam Rapier Fastback

Production

19671976

46 204 produced, including Alpine and H120.

Body style (s)

2-door sedan

Engine (s)

1725 cc OHV straight-4

Until 1967, Rootes's "Arrow" area was ready. Famous for the Hillman Hunter, the area a new generation of Sunbeam Rapier, with fastback coup facilities and a sporty image. As the models of the series, it was a stylish hardtop pillars.

The arrow or Rapier Fastback, as he started were called in October 1967, was a clever four-seater coup based on the chassis of the Hillman Hunter Estate. It was said to bear resemblance to the contemporary Plymouth Barracuda, a product of Chrysler, who is now a significant part of the Rootes. However, there was Rapier Stylist Roy Axe, that this was not the case. Although the Rapier uses the tail lamps and rear bumper from the Hunter Estate, the rest were unique from the superstructure.

The Rapier uses the Rootes four-cylinder, 5-bearing 1725 cc engine, which was tilted slightly to the right so that a lower hood line, together with the other Arrow models. With its two Stromberg carburetors 150cd the engine produces 88 hp (net) at 5200 rpm. Overdrive has been with the manual transmission standard, and Borg-Warner automatic transmission optional.

The Fastback Rapier almost unchanged until 1976, when it was terminated without compensation. During the term, it may form the basis for stronger Sunbeam Rapier H120, introduced in October 1968 and identified by their boot lid spoiler and polished rocker covers: it has its Holbay Engineering-tuned 110 horsepower engine (with twin Weber carburetors) with the Hillman Hunter GLS. The Rapier was also the basis for the slightly cheaper but similarly spicy, introduced single-carburettor Sunbeam Alpine Fastback in October 1969. Rapier Landing gear (if not the property chassis) was also used in the Humber Sceptre, Hillman Hillman Hunter GT and GT models of the Arrow area.

Between 1967 and 1969, the Rapier in Ryton-on-Dunsmore, but from 1969 until his death in 1976, it was built on the IMP facility in Linwood in Scotland. A total of 46 204 units built (including Rapier, Alpine H120 and versions).

Maximum speed of the Rapier was 103 mph (166 kph) and it could reach 60 mph (97 kph) from rest in 12.8 seconds. In the United States it was marketed as the Sunbeam Alpine GT.

Sunbeam Alpine fastback coup

Sunbeam Alpine fastback coup

The Sunbeam Alpine Fastback introduced for 1970 was essentially a rapier with a simplified specification developed to fill a gap in the area above the arrow Singer Vogue plug. It uses the same 1725 cc engine as the Hillman Hunter, the minutes with a single Stromberg carburettor 150cd developed 74 hp (net) at 5500 rpm. Overdrive was an option on cars with a manual transmission or you could have Borg-Warner automatic transmission.

The Alpine, though well equipped, was less sporty in style than the rapier. It was a wooden dashboard with fewer instruments, instead of plastic covered the rapier, and wood instead of metal on the center tunnel, subjective look more and no less luxurious sporty. There were also different hubcaps, trim no aluminum door sills (not yet the polished of H120) and no vinyl on its C-pillars. Above all, it was significantly cheaper than the rapier.

Maximum speed of Alpine was 94 mph (151 kph) and it could 60 mph (97 kmh) from the Rest in 14.6 seconds at most.

The Fastback Alpine was set in 1975, before the Rapier and H120.

Sunbeam Rapier H120

Sunbeam Rapier H120 fastback coup

To produce a faster car than the Fastback Rapier developed root H120. Based on the Rapier H120 had developed a more powerful version of the 1725 cc engine designed by Holbay Racing Engines. It produces 108 hp (gross) at 5200 rpm and has a special cylinder head, high lift camshaft, tuned length of four branch exhaust manifold, special distribution and double Weber carburetors 40DCOE equipped. To improve the driving experience had a close relationship of H120, a heavy duty gear overdrive and a high ratio rear axle. Automatic transmission was not an option.

To add its sporty image, the H120 was wider Rostyle wheels, broad side, where flashes polished door sill plates, a matt black grille and a new trunk lid lined with built-in spoiler. To complete the package appeared to H120 Badge the front fenders and center of the grid.

Maximum speed of 109 was H120 mph (175 kph) and it could be 60 mph (97 kph) from rest to reach the shade over 10 seconds.

The H120 was the Rapier Fastback in 1976 set.

External Links

Sunbeam Rapier Owners' Club

Association of Rootes Car Clubs

Rootes Archive Centre Trust

References

^ Abc "Used in Test: 1962 Sunbeam Rapier IIIA" Autocar Vol 126 (NBR 3700): pages 66-67 dated 12 January 1967 …

Abcdefg ^ Robson, G. (2006). AZ of British Cars 1945-1980. Devon, UK: Herrmann books. ISBN 1-9541063-9-3.

^ Abcd "The Sunbeam Rapier. The motor 20. March 1957.

^ "The Sunbeam Rapier III. The engine. 16. February 1960.

^ Abc "Buying secondhand: Sunbeam Rapier / Alpine. Autocar Vol 144 (NBR 4127): pages 70 to 72 Date 13 December 1975.

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