1979 Moto Guzzi 490cc V50 II Project Frame no. PB 14264* Engine no. PB*14761*

1979 Moto Guzzi 490cc V50 II Project Registration no. ENC 814T Frame no. PB 14264* Engine no. PB*14761* Moto Guzzi's long-running, 90-degree, v-twin engine layout was retained for a new range of Lino Tonti-designed middleweights planned during the 1970s. The scaled-down Guzzi debuted as the V35/V50 in 1976, though deliveries were limited until the Innocenti car factory - like Guzzi, owned by Alejandro de Tomaso - had been re-equipped for motorcycle production. Lightweight and compact - characteristics that endeared it to smaller riders - Guzzi's little v-twins were economical, well engineered and handled superbly; top speeds were 90mph-plus (V35) and 100mph-plus (V50). This V50 was purchased by the late owner in 2004 from Fred Holdcroft Ltd in Stoke-on-Trent and is offered as a restoration project, offering its next owner the opportunity to return it to its former glory. Little is known as to its previous history but the engine turns over and the machine is offered with a V5C, purchase receipt, expired MoTs and invoices. Offered with key Footnotes: All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. REQUEST A TRANSPORT QUOTE Please click the link to request a transport quote from our recommended transport company, Moving Motorcycles. To request a UK or European shipping quote - Moving Motorcycles To request an International shipping quote - Shippio Lot to be sold without reserve. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing