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Sunbeam Talbot 90Parked up and glistening in the sun is a smart MkIII S-T 90.Return to Motoring Photographs Page 2.  Initially, these Sunbeam Talbots were available as either the 80 or 90, depending on engine size, and first hit the streets in mid 1948. The 80 only continued until the intriduction of the Mk2 models, after which just the 90 was available. There were now 2 air intakes, either side of the main grille. The front wings and headlamp positions were also raised slightly to satisfy American regulations. In 1952 the Mk2A came along, easily distinguished by its lack of rear wheel spats. The Mk3 90 took over from the earlier model in 1954, and that is what is shown above. The intake grilles were enlarged once again, and 3 'port holes' added to each side. The car shown in this photo is a late example of the MkIII 90 therefore, and has a few optional extras fitted by the doting owner, including an array of motoring organisation badges fitted to a badge bar up front (one is for the RAC breakdown organisation). Note the full-width wheeltrims on this car, and the skinny crossply tyres. I think the registration is 997 LMV. The house in the background is a typical 1930s-era semi, of a type seen up and down the UK. The ornate building next to the car is I assume its garage, and this is quite an ornate brick-built construction. |
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