In 1977, and thanks to a UK government bailout, Chrysler UK introdu...
In 1977, and thanks to a UK government bailout, Chrysler UK introduced the Sunbeam. Although it was little more than a shortened Avenger with a stylish new liftback body, the model sold enough to sustain the company’s Linwood factory for another five years. Most were dull to drive, but the 1600Ti version was an interesting proposition, as it was effectively, a shortened, lightened Avenger Tiger...
In 1977, and thanks to a UK government bailout, Chrysler UK introduced the Sunbeam. Although it was little more than a shortened Avenger with a stylish new liftback body, the model sold enough to sustain the company’s Linwood factory for another five years. Most were dull to drive, but the 1600Ti version was an interesting proposition, as it was effectively, a shortened, lightened Avenger Tiger. Performance was rapid thanks to the 100bhp 1.6-litre engine running twin Weber carburettors, and proved a popular entrant in club-level rallying.