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Lot 1211
Anon GENERAL DIRECTORY AND GUIDE BOOK TO THE CAPE OF GOOD HOPE AND ITS DEPENDENCIES AS WELL AS THE TRANSVAAL, NATAL AND THE FREE STATE 1881 WITH CALENDAR AND GARDENING DIRECTIONS Cape Town: Saul Solomon & Co., 1881 first edition 8vo a most detailed mine of information covering every aspect of life in the areas including lists of office bearers, defence force officers, missionaries, magistrates - all with details of their respective districts, plus an alphabetical directory of the inhabitants of Cape Town, with details of the Transvaal, Free State, Griqualand West and Eastern Province original paper covered boards, stained and rubbed, spine largely without its paper cover, internal hinge splits Comments: and another item of similar interest ? The Cape Quarterly Review with which is incorporated The Cape Monthly Magazine Vol. 1: No. 1, 2 & 3, Oct 1881 to April 1882 (a set of the first three numbers of this periodical). As condition varies, viewing is suggested. (4)
Lot 1316
UnknownPIPE AND RACKCeylon: 1902length of pipe: 20cm; dimensions of rack: 13 by 11cm; height: 9cmThe carved bone pipe has the engraved legend on the stem `Ceylon 1902`. The Wooden Pipe Rack was made with much attention to detail - with four feet, engraved double ruled lines round the perimeter of the base and a recessed brass dish to hold the bowl of the pipe when it is clipped in the brass clamp at the back of the rack. A small brass rail on brass posts at the front of the rack prevents the pipe from slipping forward Comments: ? and another relic from Ceylon in the shape of an egg pointed at the top for sock darning. The polished wood is engraved `Boeren Kamp Ceylon 1902` in deep ornamental capitals. In Anglo-Boer War P.O.W. memorabilia such an item has not previously appeared, 11cm: circumference at widest point 20cm. EXPORT LICENCE (OVERSEAS BUYER) It is the buyer`s responsibility to obtain any CITES clearance for exporting from South Africa (2)
Lot 111
A collection of nineteen netsukes, late 19th/early 20th century including a set of five laughing men each holding an item; a chicken, a pail, a plant, a receptacle and a musical instrument, the others variously modelled, and a Japanese okimono of a seated man, damaged, some signed EXPORT LICENCE (OVERSEAS BUYER) It is the buyer`s responsibility to obtain any CITES clearance for exporting from South Africa (20)
Lot 196
A COMPLETE 8 PIECE SUITE OF OLD GALWAY CRYSTAL Comprisinig: Goblet, Wine, Flute Champagne, Saucer Champagne, Sherry, Cordial, Double Old Fashioned, and Brandy plus 1 matching Decanter (65 pieces in all) As stated by the owner: "I purchased the suite of crystal whilst paying a visit to the Old Galway stand at a major exhibition in London back in 1983 (OG`s Sales Director did a fine job). Unfortunately before my wife could put it to good dinner party use we moved house and the crystal thereafter languished in various attics etc before ending up here at our cottage in East Devon. During the coming months we have plans to `down-size`, a project that involves attic clear outs. Every item is in mint condition, have never been used, and in their original wrapping (including Inspection Slips) and cartons."
Lot 12
1657: Composite Atlas Orbis Novi et Antiqvi Delineatio 16 by 12 in.Folio, contemporary pigskin over boards, marked G.M.F. to spine. Collection of bound 16th Century maps. Manuscript title Orbis Novi et Antiqvi Delineatio, 1657, G.M.F. within an engraved title page. A total of 90 engraved maps (72 double page) by or after Mercator, Ortelius, Hondius, Janssonius and Quad, with fine examples of Ireland. Some maps cut to neatline or backed on paper. Volume with ex-libris label of Philipp Ferdinand von Gudenu (1710-1783), a draughtsman who worked in Mainz and Constantinople. A unique and fascinating item.
Lot 28
1780 (29 January) America. West Point Garrison note relating to General Knox 3 by 7.5 in.Single page manuscript note stating “Received. West Point 29th January a bundle of clothing for general Nox, and two shirts for Captain Savage". Signed by Samuel Cooper Quartermaster, 3rd Battalion Artillery. General Knox was the most important military General in American Revolutionary War outside of General George Washington. Samuel Cooper was a 1st Lieutenant & Regimental Quartermaster in the 3rd Artillery Battalion of the Continental Army. Scarce item.
Lot 232
1916 (25 April) Irish War News No. 1 first issue announcing the Rebellion 10 by 7.5 in.Letterpress, 4pp.Much sought after item. Written mainly by P.H. Pearse. Includes "Stop Press! The Irish Republic" announcing on the back page the Rising. The only printed document issued by the Rising leaders other than the Proclamation.
Lot 278
1917 (19 April) Irish Assembly Mansion House Conference ticketSmall green ticket numbered 52 issued for admittance to the `Irish Assembly` at the Mansion House Dublin on 19 April 1917.After Count Plunkett`s victory in the North Roscommon by-election, the Count (father of the executed Joseph Mary Plunkett) decided he had a mandate to take over leadership of the independence struggle, and convened a conference in the Mansion House to discuss his plans. Sinn Fein took a different view, and the conference was packed with its supporters and ended without making any significant decisions (see TP Coogan, Michael Collins p. 66). A scarce item.
Lot 292
1921 (August) Barbed Wire Ballykinlar prisoners` publication Vol. 1 No. 1Mimeograph, 6pp.The first edition of Barbed Wire produced by prisoners held in Ballykinlar camp. A scarce item consisting of six single pages with information, advice, jokes, sports notes etc. Also with a single page (4) of the December 1921 edition.
Lot 326
1932: General Election Cumann na nGaedhael "A Hot Record" poster 30 by 20 in.Cumann na nGaedhael anti Fianna Fail election poster titled "A Hot Record... Fianna Fáil have only one record, but it`s a "hot" one. They can play it on both sides! ...Smash the record by voting for Cumann na nGaedhael." A scarce item.
Lot 376
1984-1996: Gerry Adams Spitting Image puppet Spitting Image Sale, Sotheby`s, 29 November 2001; Private collectionA satirical puppet of Gerry Adams complete with suit, mackintosh coat and instantly recognisable glasses. Used on the ITV television program Spitting Image which ran from 1986 to 1994. Adams was regularly featured on the show, particularly at the time of the broadcasting ban on Sinn Féin members. A unique item.
Lot 1320
CARLTONWARE GINGER JAR & COVER - TUTANKHAMUN an unusual Carltonware item, the ginger jar designed with Egyptian figures and hieroglyphics, in gold on a black background. With a Sphinx as a finial on the lid, and with an associated wooden stand. Ginger Jar 12 1/2ins (32cms) high. Marked, Carltonware, Made in England, and Hieroglyphic mark. *The series of pieces given the name Tutankhamen were produced in very limited numbers to celebrate the discovery by Howard Carter in 1922. There is no pattern number underneath, but it is probably 2708.
Lot 1349
DOULTON LAMBETH WATER FILTER an unusual item, with various borders of embossed decoration including flowers, predominantly in brown and blue glazes. With a domed top lid, inner section and pottery tap with a cork. Impressed marks, Doulton Lambeth, MA, probably for Mary Aitken. 14 1/2ins (37cms) high
Lot 1003
Restored Electric Petrol Pump An Avery Hardol petrol pump, dating from the c1940/50`s, professionally restored in striking red/yellow livery, with Shell transfers, window and glass clamshell globe. Retaining original hose/nozzle & fittings; the pump benefits from the internals being removed for ease of movement. A very attractive display piece, ideal for the corner of the motor house, wired for illumination, in fully working order. Approximately 7` tall. Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 1004
Two Riley Mascots To include a Riley Ski-Lady, named and numbered to the base area, early multi-component example, original chrome plated finish, as fitted to the range of Riley cars of the 1930s, display base mounted. Plus a bronze Riley Kestrel mascot, dating from 1930s depicting a bird standing on a ball with its wings pointed upright, 14cm tall, both in very good condition. (2) Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 1005
A Rare `Mobiloil BB-Grade` Enamel Sign One of the most desirable of all motoring enamel signs produced, this rare die-cut can-shaped, four coloured single-sided sign is designed to appear three dimensional when wall displayed. Produced on flat steel, as apposed to later, smaller reproductions, Colourful & highly attractive, with text reading `Gargoyle - Mobiloil - Make Your Chart The Guide` & `Vacuum Oil Company Ltd, London, S.W.1`. The sign also features the pictorial Gargoyle logo insignia in red. A totally correct & well preserved example, retaining a good level of gloss, save for some light scratching/fading. Some loss & chipping to the edges, enlarged mounting holes & overpainting to the reverse side, otherwise superb. Approximately 50x20cm Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 1006
Two Car Mascots To include the `Telcote Pup - Bonzo Dog` mascot, earliest hollow-type, large sized example, nickel plated on brass, marked `Telcote Pup` to the collar, and AEL and Copyright to the base area, a superb example with the optional faceted red eyes. Together with a `Rover The Dog` mascot for Rover Cars, dates from 1921, solid nickel, rare and amusing, by the Lejeune Company. Both in good condition. (2) Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 1007
A Rare Mille Miglia Enamel Hanging Sign Dating from the 1950s & one of the rarest & most interesting motor racing items to come market in recent years; a large format, double-sided enamel route marker, originally hung from metal brackets at the Italian road-race events, allowing the sign to be flange mounted & therefore be omni-directional. A totally correct & well preserved example, retaining a good level of gloss, with some loss & chipping. The first sign of its type to come to auction in the UK. Approximately 60x38cm Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 1008
Two Rolls-Royce Mascots To include a c1930s Rolls-Royce Kneeling Lady mascot, chrome plated and as fitted to Rolls-Royce Phantom III and others of the period. Together with a chrome plated Spirit of Ecstasy mascot suitable for Rolls-Royce 20/25 motorcars of the 1930s. Signed by C. Sykes, marked RR Ltd 6-2-11, Trade Mark Reg and Reg US Pat Off. Both in good condition. (2) Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 1009
A Rare Original Jaguar 1954 Le Mans Victory Poster A rare large-format factory-issued victory poster, celebrating Jaguar`s success at the 1954 Le Mans 24-hour endurance event, this red and dark green on white victory poster, features the image of a D-type (by artist Roy Nockolds, as used on the original Jaguar D-type sales brochure) at the top with text below celebrating the 2nd place finish of the Rolt/Hamilton team, plus a 4th place finish of another one of their cars. Printer`s name to lower edge, English language, mounted to linen for preservation & framed/glazed in a quality wooden frame, chosen to mimic the dashboard of a Jaguar of the period. Very good condition, save for some light staining & fold lines. 30.5" x 41.5" Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 1010
Two Rolls-Royce Mascots To include a rarely-found Rolls-Royce Spirit of Ecstasy Mascot for the Phantom Two 40/50HP motor cars of the 1930s, original plated finish, Trade Mark Reg and Reg US Pat Off to the under wings, and RR Ltd 6.2.11 and C. Sykes markings to the base area, copper mounting stud to the under base area, a superb example, together with a very good solid nickel Spirit of Ecstasy mascot for the Rolls-Royce 20HP motor car, as produced c1922-1929 period. Marked Trade Mark Reg and Reg US Pat Off to the under wings areas, signed C. Sykes and marked Rolls-Royce Ltd Feb 6 1911 to the base area. Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 1013
Bronze Spirit of Ecstasy Statue A magnificent, showroom-type Spirit of Ecstasy statue, after the original by C. Sykes, well-detailed and most attractive, part of a run of 25 produced. Standing 26" high, it is finished in a combination of classic brown and light-ferric. It is supported on a bronze/black marble base. Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 1014
Rolls-Royce Schneider S6B Seaplane Mascot As produced for Rolls-Royce Limited to commemorate the Schneider Cup Air Races and the Schneider Seaplane aviation successes, around the Solent on the South Coast in the late 1920s, this multi-component mascot, stamped Rolls-Royce to one of the floats, features the correct spinning two-bladed propeller, display base mounted, superb. Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 1016
Toolkit, Suitable for a Vintage Bentley Driver`s Toolkit for the W.O.Bentley sports cars of the 1920s and early 1930s periods, comprising Tecalemit Grease Guns, Perfect Pattern Screwdrivers, special BSA set spanners, Pliers, Adjustable Spanners, and other components. All in very good and original condition, workable order; as fitted with Bentley Three Litre, Four And A Half Litre, Speed Six, Six And A Half Litre, and Eight Litre Cricklewood factory Bentley cars. Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 1017
Rene Lalique Glass Advertising Panel A most attractive and perhaps unique etched glass Art Deco bevel edged circular advertising panel, for M. Antoine, 16 Rue. St. Ferdinand, (Paris). The sign depicts the image of the famous Victoire-Spirit of the Wind motor car mascot to the central area. Thought to date from the late c1920s-1930s period & approximately 19.5 inches in diameter, the sign is mounted to a black wooden backing panel. Slight chipping, nevertheless a highly attractive. Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 1019
Large Bentley `Winged B` Mascot A striking nickel-plated horizontal Winged-B mascot, produced before the war by the Lejeune accessory company, stamped with the Joseph Fray markings & suitable for the W.O.Bentley four and a half litre, six and a half litre, speed six, and eight litre sports cars of the c1927 to 1931 period; A superb example offered in very good condition. Approximate 22cm wingspan. Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 1021
Titanic Maiden Voyage Dashboard Plaque Offered in the centenary year of the Sinking of the Titanic in 1912, a very rare Titanic Commemorative Dashboard Plaque, to commemorate the sailing of the Titanic on the maiden voyage to New York, highly decorated and offered to top quality motor car owners to fit to their cars and their travelling luggage, nickel-plated finish on bronze, good condition. Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 1023
Pre-War Picnic Hamper A rare & highly attractive six-person set by Fortnum & Mason Ltd of Piccadilly, fully fitted out within a wicker case, with cutlery, lift out compartment, wicker covered glass items. Appears complete & offered in good original condition. Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 1026
Time & Two Seats Now extremely difficult to find, this is the race-by-race illustrated history of the World Sports Car, Grand Touring, and Manufacturers Championships. A massive two-part tome essential to enthusiasts for this area of motor racing, with both volumes in their own slip case. A very good example. Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 1
2000 Easy Rider M50 Millenium Monkey Bike Bike Year: 2000 Bike Make: Easy Rider Bike Model: M50 Millenium Monkey Bike Bike Reg No.: X571NYG Bike Frame No.: 1000177 Bike Engine No.: 100058 Bike Colour: Chrome Goodness knows where the inspiration came from for the name or the idea of a miniature motor bike but motorcycle genius Soichiro Honda`s original design, the CZ100 `Mini Bike`, still has an enthusiastic following, and an original example will now set you back a few thousand sovs. AKA the `Monkey Bike`, by which it was and will be forever known, the first of the line had a 49cc pushrod engine, rigid forks, single seat and 5`` wheels. Soon upgraded to the CZ50M, a sort of de-luxe version, with ohc engine from the step-thru C50 and tartan twin folding seat. Next up was the Z50A which had tele forks, 8`` wheels with knobblys, high level exhaust and you could have a red, blue or yellow colour scheme. That model then morphed into the Z50AK2 which was almost exactly the same and named, after its tank badges, the `Mini-Trail`. Ironically the Far East motorcycle industry has spent the last four decades cloning Mr Honda`s designs, some official others not, and there are many copies of the Monkey Bike available on the market today. Indeed the term has become somewhat generic now and can apply to any miniature motorcycle. The bike on offer would appear to be of Oriental origin branded Jincheng ``Easy Rider Monkey Bike`` and looks to be a very good replica of the Honda Z50AK2. A 2000 `Millennium Edition` it has only 98 miles on the odometer and looks to be in very good condition. It has a V5, together with expired MOT certificates to 2007 and is fitted with many extras. Ideal for mounting on the back of your motor home. Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 2
1915 Hobart Two-Stroke Bike Year: 1915 Bike Make: Hobart Bike Model: Two-Stroke Bike Reg No.: DS 9542 Bike Frame No.: 77466 Bike Engine No.: 6856 Bike Colour: Black The Coventry based Hobart company built motorcycles between 1901 and 1923 in a variety of configurations, from lightweights through to large V twin engined models, and additionally supplied components to other manufacturers. Of the range the 2 1/12 HP lightweight was initially introduced as a single speeder but in December 1914 a 2 speed gear was announced, initially a ROC unit, but in January 1915 a press release announced the introduction of a Chater Lea 2 speed gearbox of the type fitted to the example offered for sale. Acquired by the vendor in 1995 as a barn find a restoration was embarked upon sadly to be protracted by pressures of work and house moves, as a reult the project remaining ongoing. Offered for sale in a dismantled state a substantial proportion of the `tedious stuff` has however been substantially completed. Work done includes professional frame realignment, fork rebushing, magneto overhaul and renickeling etc. In addition to various printed material relating to Hobart motorcycles generally the history file includes extensive reference photographs of the machine in its as found condition, receipts for works completed, and various notes relating to technical matters to aid completion. A spare engine is also included! Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 3
1970 Wassel Antelope Trials Bike Year: 1970 Bike Make: Wassel Bike Model: Antelope Trials Bike Reg No.: Q742GJA Bike Frame No.: W891ST Bike Engine No.: 7176878 Bike Colour: Grey W.E. Wassell Ltd was founded in 1946 by Ted Wassell to distribute spares for motorcycles. By 1967 Wassell had moved to a purpose built factory and warehouse in Burntwood and was manufacturing a large range of metal accessories and spares. In 1972 the success of the company`s alloy fuel tanks and mudguards, popular with the competition fraternity, encouraged the addition of complete frame kits to be offered suitable for the BSA Bantam engine to be fitted by owners. The natural progression was for a complete machine to be developed for sale and motorcross, enduro and trials versions were soon available, powered by Fichtel and Sachs engines, at a list price of ú315. Many of these machines were to be exported as Mudlark and Antelope models, and some 3000 in total were produced, mainly with Ceriani forks, Dunlop wheels, Girling shocks and Wassell alloy components. The company was employing more than 100 people by the time of Ted Wassell`s untimely death in 1975, after which the firm was acquired by MCE group who subsequently sold it on to Lintek Gleave of Lincoln. Wassell was then bought by the Frank Thomas organisation and re-established in Lincoln from where it still operates today, it is now the largest supplier of classic British bike parts in the world and recently has re-introduced the Hepolite brand of pistons. The 1970 Wassell Antelope seen here is a very good example of the marque in surprisingly original unrestored condition, having completed only 434 recorded miles. Reported to be `all good` by the vendor who purchased it in 1988 and registered it at that time. Fitted with the 122cc Sachs engine it comes complete with V5, expired MOT certificates and other documents. Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 4
1926 Raleigh Model 14 Bike Year: 1926 Bike Make: Raleigh Bike Model: Model 14 Bike Reg No.: CF 6876 Bike Frame No.: 7751 Bike Engine No.: M1591 Bike Colour: Black The well known Nottingham bicycle manufacturer entered the motorcycle market in 1901 with motorcycle production continuing in a sporadic fashion throughout the pioneer period. During 1920 the company commenced the manufacture of a new in line flat twin, which they followed in 1922 with a range of single cylinder side valve models featuring either two or three speed gearboxes and belt or chain final drive. The new machines quickly established an enviable reputation for their reliability enhanced in 1924 by Hugh Gibson`s successful circuit of the British coast on a combination and Majorie Cottle`s reverse circuit of the same route on a solo. Production continued until 1933 when the company ceased motorcycle production to concentrate on their pedal powered products. This example of the 246cc side valve Model 14 dates from 1926. Equipped with a three speed gearbox and chain final drive it was purchased as a basket case by the vendor in 1987 who undertook its rebuild. The engine, gearbox and magneto were rebuilt as were the hubs, wheels and other cycle parts. The seat was recovered in leather and a new Dunlop Cord tyre was fitted to the rear wheel. New reverse levers were purchased. The frame, forks mudguards and other cycle parts were sandblasted and painted black and a period carbide lighting set was fitted. After completion in 1988 the bike, although a runner, has stood as a centre piece in the reception of an engineering works. It is offered with a buff logbook dating from 1945 and an old Swansea V5. Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 6
1960s Ducati Monza Bike Year: 1960s Bike Make: Ducati Bike Model: Monza Bike Reg No.: Un-Reg Bike Frame No.: T.B.A. Bike Engine No.: DM250 96114 Bike Colour: Red / Silver Another illustrious motorcycle manufacturer whose business began by producing clip-on bike engines. And they don`t come much more illustrious than the mighty Ducati concern, commencing in 1950 offering such a product to a transport hungry market. Taglioni`s desirable exotic designs, big thundering race bred twins and exquisite singles grew from these humble beginnings and continue to add to the firm`s prestige to the present day. Early models from the mid sixties suffered a little from cheap finishing issues and maybe undeservedly questionable electrics, perhaps if used in the UK climate at any rate, but overall fine handling and power delivery through 5 speed transmissions were attractions difficult to resist by the discerning enthusiast. Some versions in Giugiaro`s unpopular, squarer, `Euro` trim may now represent the best value for money with no compromise of performance, if you are not fussy about style. Models with the Desmo valve gear beloved of Ducati still command a premium, although little or no improvement in performance was apparent on the smaller models if compared to some of the spring valve variants. For some the 350 Desmo is the best of the lightweight bunch, modern 12v electronics providing improvements to ignition and lighting on most models, particularly this pint size performer, the basis of many race bikes. This Ducati is believed to be a Mk111 Monza 250cc single from the mid-sixties, although no documents are to hand at present. Largely complete, but missing seat and fuel tank, the bike is offered at a low estimate to allow the new owner to complete a very worthwhile restoration, which could result in a most desirable road bike or race replica suitable for track day or parade duties. Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 7
1960 Norton ES2 Bike Year: 1960 Bike Make: Norton Bike Model: ES2 Bike Reg No.: 997 GCV Bike Frame No.: R14 88623 Bike Engine No.: 88623 R4 Bike Colour: Green During its long production life at Bracebridge St. the 490 cc ES2 consolidated its reputation as a well mannered, if slightly underpowered, OHV single well deserving of it`s Norton tank badges. From the original plunger framed ES2`s introduction in 1947, right up to 1963, by which time it had received many major changes including the incorporation of the revered Featherbed frame and revised Roadholder front forks, the model lived up to its appropriately colloquial nickname, the ``Easy Two``. Easy to ride, maintain and live with, the bike`s softly tuned engine, having been developed from the earlier model 18, continued almost unchanged throughout its production. The name being so highly respected that it was to live on after the 1962 amalgamation of Norton Motors into the AMC group, when the ES2 became a rebadged Matchless G80. According to the accompanying original buff log book 997 GCV was first registered on March 9th 1960 in Cambourne, Cornwall by Parade Motorcycles and has spent all it`s life in the west country. A Norton Owners club data sheet confirms fitting of flat bars and chrome mudguards when new, the original colour being green although a previous owner, famed Cornish speedway rider Kessell, has repainted the panels in Army drab. The vendor purchased the bike from Mr Kessell in 1997 intending to restore it but has not touched it since. Although somewhat dishevelled, beneath the khaki lurks a very desirable example of one of the best loved British bikes of the post war era. A DVLA v5 is with the vehicle. Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 8
1958 BSA B33 Bike Year: 1958 Bike Make: BSA Bike Model: B33 Bike Reg No.: YPX 896 Bike Frame No.: FB31-1168 Bike Engine No.: GB33-322 Bike Colour: Red / Black The BSA 350cc B31 and B33 500 cc workhorses originated in immediate post-war years with contemporary modern styling, albeit owing much of their engineering to pre-war progenitors. Always appreciated for their solid and reliable performance these popular models were in the BSA catalogue right up to the end of the fifties, when twins became the fashion and the `thumper` was seen by the motorcyclist as an anachronism, apart that is from the sidecar-lugging fraternity who hadn`t yet got over the demise of rigid frames and girder forks. The motorcyclist himself by this time was almost an anachronism, but most appreciated the simplicity, reliability, economy, power and handling of the last of the big everyday Beesa singles which by 1959 had the benefit of well developed swing arm frame, telescopic forks large fuel tank and copious dual seat. Also by then a fully enclosed rear chaincase, headlamp nacelle, alternator electrics and more effective brakes were standard. As ever the Great British Motorcycle Industry had got it right. Then they stopped making them! This particular B33, dating from the penultimate year of full production, appears to be very original and correct in it`s red/black livery, and has a useful rear carrier fitted. The bike was first registered in West Sussex and spent most of it`s life in the area before being purchased from a farm in Hastings by the vendor in 1994. However restoration never got under way and YPX 968 has been in dry storage since. Swansea V5 plus original buff log book and a 1990 MOT certificate are with the machine, which is a very suitable case for complete rebuild. All parts being freely available from numerous BSA suppliers the machine will repay the effort required as these bikes are much sought after in today`s market. Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 9
1955 AJS 16MC Bike Year: 1955 Bike Make: AJS Bike Model: 16MC Bike Reg No.: VKT 139 Bike Frame No.: C/6384 Bike Engine No.: 56/IGH/1797 Bike Colour: Alloy / Black From the earliest days competitive events featured heavily in the story of AJS Motorcycles. The Stevens family themselves competed on their own machinery and by 1915 AJS completely dominated the new Junior TT class, thus establishing a sporting image and driving sales of road machines to levels that necessitated a new factory to be built in Wolverhampton. Continuing success throughout the next decade didn`t help AJS avoid the depression, financial problems resulting from which saw the company being acquired by the Collier brother`s Matchless concern and production moved to Plumstead in the early 30`s. The two marques continued to be produced as separate model ranges, although the machines were similar apart from slight design details, and were marketed as such until the demise of Matchless and the rest of the AMC group in the mid-sixties. The AJS brand has stuttered along attached to a number of more esoteric projects and after a number of false stops may well yet appear once more on a desirable motorcycle. VKT 139 is a Trials AJS Model 16 MC of 1956 model year bought by the vendor in 1996.There is anecdotal evidence from the previous owner that the bike was fitted with a prototype springer rear end, although the works were offering a similar standard conversion to the rigid frame from 1951, so this may not be the case, and it is believed that the engine was at some time overhauled by specialist Ken de Groom. There is a photograph of a machine with this registration number being ridden by Tom Arter in the 1955 Mitcham Vase event. An alloy fuel tank was fitted to preserve the original and is with the machine, which looks correct in other details and is eminently suitable for pre-65 events after a re-commission. A V5 document, buff log book and some expired MOT certificates are available. Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
Lot 10
1958 Ariel FH Huntmaster Bike Year: 1958 Bike Make: Ariel Bike Model: FH Huntmaster Bike Reg No.: 786 GKX Bike Frame No.: CAPR11074 Bike Engine No.: CNF4967 Bike Colour: Maroon Ariel ` One of the first manufacturers of British motorcycles, founded by the Dunlop Tyre Co. in 1897, and a well respected name synonymous with sturdy well built machines although not many of which were revolutionary, exciting, chrome laden or exuberantly finished products. Ariel, excepting the `Squariel` 4 cylinder and later two stroke sensations Arrow and Leader, for more than a half century produced the widest range of conventional motorcycles on offer from any manufacturer, before being assimilated into the BSA group. Never a company to make exaggerated performance claims they had significant success in offroad events, rather than racing, which emphasised the rugged nature of the standard road machinery. One of the exceptions to the staid image of the marque would be the Huntmaster FH variant produced between 1954-60. An attractive, easily handled, man sized, 97 mph. 650 twin this model was built around the basic components of the BSA A10 Gold Flash engine, none the worse for that, but however still somehow remaining very much an Ariel. This particular bike is a 1958 model purchased by the vendor in 2006 for his own use and still in substantially the same condition as bought, although subsequently given a full service. According to information on hand from the VMCC and Ariel o/c 786 GKX was originally supplied in what was termed `Ex - Sport Glamour` specification, which meant bright red tanks and guards for export markets, although this bike appears to be one of only 16 or so which found their way onto the home market. A V5 registration document, tax disc and MOT certificate dating from 1990 are available for inspection along with the information above. Seemingly in very original and sound condition and still in possession of all the difficult to source panels, although these have at some time being repainted in a more sober Ariel maroon colour scheme, this bike could, with careful recommissioning and light restoration easily be made suitable for use by a new owner. Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
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1967 BSA Spitfire MKIII Bike Year: 1967 Bike Make: BSA Bike Model: Spitfire MKIII Bike Reg No.: Un-Reg Bike Frame No.: T.B.A. Bike Engine No.: T.B.A. Bike Colour: Black To complement the new range of A65 unit construction touring twins, in 1964 BSA group introduced a more sporting version in the form of the A65 Rocket. Thunderbolt, Cyclone, Lightning, Wasp, Firebird and Spitfire-Hornet became model variations on this theme the image of which appealed to the more sporting riders who demanded the tuned engine, competition trim, chrome and colour schemes to match the aggressive sounding names. The A65SH Spitfire-Hornet was the real off roader, there was never a Spitfire Mk 1 as such, but confusingly the A65S 1966 Spitfire Mk2 was the first version in road trim which evolved over the next couple of years, ultimately into the Mk4 with twin leading shoe front brakes and Amal Concentric carbs. As usual many of these models were fitted with the requisite raised handlebars, small capacity fuel tanks etc. and supplied to the North American market. Known as the Power Egg for obvious reasons, the unit engines were always regarded as fragile around the crankshaft area and for long duration, high speed use conversions are now available from various specialists and advisable if a rebuild is envisaged. The investment in these modifications will provide a useable performance motorcycle well up to standards required on today`s roads. The A65SA Spitfire in question here is a Mk 3 model purchased by the vendor in 1966 intending for it to be restored, but never completed. No documents or details of early history are to hand at time of writing but may be available before sale, although a VMCC dating letter is with the bike. According to this the engine no. listed as 15996 would have been manufactured around 1967, but BSA records are indistinct for the period as many machines were unsold and held in stock for 2 years or more, some being exported as late as 1970. The colour scheme would have been black frame parts with flamboyant red panels. Click Here to view this item on www.i-bidder.com
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