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[Dollina]

A Sunbeam Rapier Fastback Coupe? Any problems they are notorious for? And whats an excellent one worth?

[Phil - Nottingham]

Rust and body parts/trim scarsity as few are common with the Hunter/Arrow range
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[bob2]

I think that front wings and doors are the same, only the rear wings and rear tailgate are unique to them, bumpers are like humber ones if i remeber correctly and the rear lights are from the estate.
However I'd say go for it if its not rotten, rust can be repaired but I do like them so am a bit biased!!
Mechanically everything is shared with the other arrow models so parts can be sourced without too much hassle, Speedy Spares stock many of the parts you might need and ebay is a good source for the rest!!
Bought a lot from ebay for my hunter and price was always cheapish. They do not fetch a lot of money so you shouldnt pay much for it although fastbacks are much rarer!!

oops I was mistaken in the belief that the front wings and doors are the same, its nit the case, infact only floor pans and sills are the same apperently!!
Take a look here;

http://members.tripod.com/Sunbeam_Rapier/guide.htm