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1982 Talbot Sunbeam (Lotus, black, classic)

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Updated 26 September 2026

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Make: Talbot
Model: Sunbeam
Variant: Lotus
Year: 1982
Decade: 1980s
Colour: Black
Types: Classic

This catalogue entry records a 1982 Talbot Sunbeam Lotus in black from the 1980s.

The 1982 Talbot Sunbeam Lotus in black is filed under Classic, within the 1980s picture cars.

1980s on screen

Weekend departures in an eighties setting can begin at the house, using the loading and greetings to convey the journey before any travelling action is filmed. The exact point within the eighties matters when combining vehicles with wardrobe, and reference images can help keep the different departments working to the same date. Eighties cars can sit comfortably in scenes of school runs and office arrivals, where daily routines give the period detail a purpose beyond visual nostalgia.

Possible roles in a production

A classic used in a commercial can be discussed through the visual references for the shoot, without assigning it unsupported history or screen credits. A car parked outside a house can make a period neighbourhood feel occupied without needing a separate entrance to draw attention to it. A departure can begin at the front door, with the walk to the car providing a useful stretch of action before anyone gets inside.

About this listing

For this 1982 Talbot Sunbeam Lotus, the recorded colour is black and the catalogue category is Classic. The Talbot Sunbeam selection contains 1 entry. Looking at the model entries by year gives 1982 only. There are 4 Talbot vehicles to explore; a separate collection brings together 379 cars from the 1980s.

Questions about this car

Can I hire this 1982 Talbot Sunbeam in black for filming?

Send your filming dates, location and intended action for the Talbot Sunbeam; we check availability before sending options, so this listing is not a confirmed booking.

Is the photo of this exact car?

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What if this Talbot Sunbeam isn't available?

When this option cannot be supplied, the linked selections let you browse 1 Talbot Sunbeam, 379 cars from the 1980s and 4 Talbot vehicles while we discuss alternatives for the shot.

Can it be driven on camera?

The owner needs to agree to the intended driving shot for the Talbot Sunbeam, with insurance checked and the driver and transport arrangements confirmed against your brief.

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