Massive Sunbeam Hoard in Oregon

[twautomotive]

Stash of Sunbeam Alpines and Tigers!

Some auto collectors migrate to a specific kind of vehicle, such as pony cars. Others to a specific type of automobile, like muscle cars. And there are the ones who want as many of a specific make of car as they can get their hands on. The latter is the case here, with the British-built...

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[bernd_st]

Wow what a find ! Would be a good base to open up a Sunbeam resto shop ;-)

 

[puff4]

The problem with buying such a hoard of parts that have been improperly stored is that the stuff folks often need most is usually the first to decay. What is often left is bits folks don’t usually need, like badly pitted bits of chrome, tops of fenders, etc.. Sad, but true.

 

[sunalp]

Either that or already picked off.

 

[jdoclogan]

Good news it is one of the driest places in Oregon (8.8 inches of annual rainfall). And it is only 368 miles from my home. It would be interesting to see photos of all of the parts.

Now, if I didn't already have about 15 Sunbeams worth of parts??? Mmmm???

 

[John W]

Seems like Tiger original parts would be worth substantially more than original Alpine parts. From the ad comments (appears to be the seller):

“There are 12-Alpines and 7-have Title paper work (Bills of Sale from the Oregon Circuit Court, Power of attorneys, Death Certificate etc.). there are 3-Tigers and 2-have same title paper work from the Oregon State Circuit Court. Two Tigers are listed in The “Book Of Norman” Registry and Both have Complete Running gear, 5-bolt 260 engines, top loader close ratio 4-speed trans, Rear ends including: Fan shroud, Air cleaner, V8 Gauges, Shifter, Burp Tank, Shifters, Remote Oil Filter, etc. etc."

 

[RootesRooter]

Owner only wants to sell as a "package deal." Yikes! Imagine the cost of relocating 15 cars to another field or large barn.

 

[Scotty]

Seller needs to take a day out of their life, do a light cleaning/sorting and actually photograph everything.

The Alpines could be in far better condition than they look but I wouldn't know that and you're selling it, don't leave any potential buyers in the proverbial rain like these cars.

Got three Tigers? Show me and in what condition they're in. Don't expect the buyer to zoom in on pics and guess, that's why no one's bit yet.

Plus the Titles are going to be an absolute PITA depending on what state you're in, especially if any of those Tigers are part of the 5 without title.

Comes off kinda sketch.

 

[Pete S.]

Seller needs to take a day out of their life, do a light cleaning/sorting and actually photograph everything. The Alpines could be in far better condition than they look but I wouldn't know that and you're selling it, don't leave any potential buyers in the proverbial rain like these cars. Got three Tigers? Show me and in what condition they're in. Don't expect the buyer to zoom in on pics and guess, that's why no one's bit yet. Plus the Titles are going to be an absolute PITA depending on what state you're in, especially if any of those Tigers are part of the 5 without title. Comes off kinda sketch.

I had the same feeling - like he doesn't seem to know much about his hoard. It wouldn't surprise me if we learn that he photographed a random find and is looking to scam someone.

 

[volvoguys]

This lot has popped up a few times over the past 3+ years and apparently remains unsold. I agree that the owner should present the hoard much better, especially if he expects to unload all 15 cars at once.

 

[Series6]

There’s another cache in Oregon I came across at a gun show, then on google maps. Three cars two probably restorable, 3 pallets of nos parts. I call every few months to see if he’s willing to sell the parts. His son is not a car guy so I want to get in before the recycler does..

 

[Series6]

Appears they cleared the foliage recently.

 

[Mike O'D]

Series 3 - sad to see in that shape!

 

[Bill Blue]

All of the above seems to be true. The really good news is that it does not appear to be a collection of rust.
Bill