ONLINE, MILTON KEYNES | JANUARY 17-27
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Milton Keynes, UK – The Bonhams|Cars Motorcycle Department will present a stunning array of Collectors’ Motorcycles, Motor Cars, Spares, and Memorabilia in an online sale from January 17 – 27 with bidding closing from midday on January 27.
A preview of the bikes offered for sale will take place on Wednesday, January 22nd at the dedicated facility in Milton Keynes.
Highlights include:
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A trio of Stevenage’s finest Vincents led by the 1949/1951 Vincent-HRD 998cc Comet/White Shadow will be offered, featuring a genuine Series-C White Shadow engine, with considerable expenditure on refurbishment since acquisition, as well as the 1952 Vincent 499cc Series-C Comet, a matching-number example, that benefited from an extensive restoration spanning 2008 to 2020.
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Thundering V-twins take center stage, featuring the 1939 Brough Superior 982cc SS80 Special, a beautifully restored gem boasting matching frame, engine, and gearbox. Also on offer is the Banbury Run-eligible 1930 AJS 996cc R2 V-Twin, complemented by an optional AJS occasional two-seat sidecar, available separately for those seeking the perfect trio-riding experience.
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Adding to the excitement, two fantastic motor cars will feature in the sale, both from prominent single-owner motorcycle collections set to headline Bonhams’ eagerly awaited Spring Stafford Sale on April 26th and 27th. First, the 1948 Bentley Mark VI Special offered from the Andy Chapman Collection, a treasure trove of Italian, British, and Japanese superbikes from the 1960s to the 1980s. and the 1926 Morris Oxford 13.9hp ‘Bullnose’ Tourer, a practical vintage tourer offered from the estate of the late Derek Fox, a celebrated collector whose incredible collection of Vintage Nortons, including the the ex-H Matthews, 1927 Amateur TT, 1927 Norton 490cc ES2 Racing Motorcycle, will also star at Stafford.
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Racing pedigree meets iconic engineering with the 2001 Honda 999cc SP-1, a road and track racing legend produced for just two years only, now available after a decade of dedicated ownership. Joining the SP-1 is the 1980 Laverda 981cc Jota, accompanied by a detailed history file, showcasing over £4,000 of expert restoration by UK specialists Made In Italy in 2019.
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The sale includes a host of nostalgic and iconic off-roaders including the 1978 CCM TR350 Trials, CCM founded by successful trials and Scrambles competitor Alan Clews in the 1960’s, renowned for producing specialised BSA powered motocross machines; and the schoolboy poster pin-up 1979 Yamaha DT125 the legendary dual-sport motorcycle that has been a favorite among riders since its debut in the 1970s, combining off-road capability with on-road practicality.
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Over 100 lots of outstanding memorabilia, posters, literature, and clothing are included in the sale. Including historic items offered from the collection of trials and motocross legend Mike Jackson. With a celebrated career spanning Norton Villiers, Andover Norton, and the BSA Group, as well as serving as a judge for the Louis Vuitton Concours, Mike’s global adventures are reflected in every lot.
Motorcycles Online – The January Sale
Location: Online
Date: 17-27 January
CHECK OUT THE COMPLETE CATALOG HERE
ABOUT BONHAMS|CARS MOTORCYCLES
Bonhams|Cars Motorcycles is the auction house of choice for the sale of important collectors’ motorcycles and single-owner collections. Renowned for achieving world record prices across the board, the Motorcycles division at Bonhams|Cars consistently delivers the highest sell-through rates in the industry at an average of 94% sold by lot and value.
For more information, please visit Bonhams.com/Motorcycles.
About The Bonhams Network
Bonhams is a global network of auction houses, with the largest number of international salesrooms, offering the widest range of collecting categories and selling at all price points. Bonhams is recognized for its bespoke service, and a dedication to local market relationships, enhanced by a global platform. With 14 salesrooms, Bonhams presents over 1,000 sales annually, across more than 60 specialist categories, including fine art, collectables, luxury, wine & spirits, and collector cars.
Founded in 1793, Bonhams has representatives in more than 30 countries and operates flagship salerooms in London, New York, Paris, Los Angeles, and Hong Kong. In 2022, Bonhams added four international auction houses to its network: Bukowskis, Stockholm; Bruun Rasmussen, Copenhagen; Cornette de Saint Cyr, Paris and Brussels; and Skinner, Massachusetts. The success of Bonhams’ global strategy is a result of recognizing the shift in growing intercontinental buying and increased digital engagement. More information here.
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