While the Golden and Royal Sunbeams had 28″ wheels, the ‘Special’ was a ‘Light Roadster’ with 26″ wheels, more suitable as a fast commuter bicycle. It was offered with either fixed or freewheel. This example is the top of the range: with a Sturmey-Archer three-speed gear, it was priced at 16 guineas. The Royal was the same price, while the Golden was 18 guineas. The ‘Special Light Roadster’ is rarer than the Golden and Royal as it was supplied for a shorter time period.
This ‘Special’ has been well cared for during its lifetime. As you can see, it is very good unrestored original condition, with its transfers (decals) and original box lining intact. It has Sunbeam’s own unique rear carrier rack, four bar (‘split’) pedals, and it is ready to ride and display.
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BICYCLE COLLECTORS CURATED ONLINE AUCTION, Summer 2026
This Timed Auction is live. Highest bid wins.
NO BUYERS or SELLERS PREMIUM.
THE RESERVE IS THE START PRICE + BUY-IT-NOW OPTION.
INTERNATIONAL DELIVERY: NO PACKING FEES.
BIDDING INCREMENTS: Up to £1000 = £10. Over £1000 = £50. Over £2000 = £100
IT’S A CURATED AUCTION – Colin is the auctioneer and is available to chat to you personally during the auction (or before) by email, text message, phone call, Facebook Messenger or WhatsApp.
