It featured similar twin headlight styling to the Vogue and a more powerful 80 bhp (60 kW; 81 PS) version of the 1,592 cc (97.1 cu in) Minx engine.

The high level of equipment included disc front brakes, overdrive, screen washers, reversing lamp, rev counter and a full range of instruments.

[2] Whilst the Super Minx and Vogue received revised six light styling in 1964, the Sceptre body continued unchanged until 1965 when it was replaced by the MK II.

[3] The Sceptre MK II, introduced in 1965,[2] featured revised front end styling and a twin carburettor version of the 1,725 cc (105.3 cu in) engine.

It continued Humber's tradition of building luxury cars and featured wood-veneer fascia, complete instrumentation, adjustable steering column, vinyl roof and extra brightwork on the wheel arches and rear panel.

It featured a built-in roof rack and a carpeted loading floor protected by metal strips and illuminated by an additional interior light.