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1938 Excelsior G15 500cc Manxman Special Registration number ETV 857 Frame number MVG201 Engine number GJB 100 This machine was the first Manxman G15 produced and used for initial trials and road testing by the works riders Ginger Woods and Tyrell Smith Whilst undergoing tests at Donington Park in the hands of Ginger Wood, George Richards approached the works asking to use the bike for solo and sidecar competitions The factory agreed to let him use the bike and it was updated and modified by the works on several occasions during 1937 always referring to it as GJB 100 in the works records One of only 20 Manxman specials to be built by the factory, all fitted with bronze cylinder heads We are informed that only 9 motorcycles and one engine are known to exist today The bike represents an important part of the Excelsior Manxman development story A very rare historic machine and with the George Richards connection it would be a significant addition to any collection and a good investment opportunity Purchased 2019 All lots in this sale are sold as is and bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. Please read our terms and conditionsWith V5C, selection of photos before and after restoration, original Manxman handbookLetters from specialist Paul Ingham, Phil Heath, Manxman registrar and previous ownersVarious invoices, restoration notes, 1936 'Motorcycling' article, photocopy of maintenance bookSupplied with the original primary chain case, timing cover, spare gearbox, gaskets and sealsThis lot must be collected by 12.30pm on Friday 4th October. If the buyer has not collected by this time it will automatically be removed and placed into storage, incurring a removal charge of £60 + VAT. Combinations will be charged at £100 + VAT. Storage will then be charged at £10 + VAT per day or part thereof. If collecting from storage, please provide 24 hours notice
