Understated cars that are secretly quick

Understated cars that are secretly quick highlight a range of “sleepers” whose performance is hidden beneath normal-looking bodies. The article focuses on used-guide prices and estimated remaining numbers for several models, spanning the 1960s to the 1970s. Examples include the 1964 Sunbeam Tiger, built after Shelby replaced the earlier 99bhp 1.7-litre four-cylinder with a 4.2-litre Ford V8; more than 7,000 were produced from 1964–1967, with a 1966 example (68,000 miles) cited at about £54,000 and roughly 300 left. It also covers the 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL 6.3, with 6.3-litre V8 power, 140mph capability and a 0–60mph time of 7.3 seconds, priced around £84,000. Further entries include the 1973 Triumph Dolomite Sprint at £15,000 and the 1975 Mercedes-Benz 450 SEL 6.9 at £20,000.