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1953 Sunbeam 499cc S8 Project Frame no. S8/6098 Engine no. S8/9791
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Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
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1953 Sunbeam 499cc S8 Project Registration no. NPW 34 Frame no. S8/6098 Engine no. S8/9791 A wartime design by Erling Poppe, the Sunbeam inline twin was introduced by BSA, owners of Sunbeam Cycles Limited, in 1947. A luxury tourer, it was of advanced specification with overhead-camshaft engine, shaft drive and plunger rear suspension. The clutch housing and four-speed gearbox bolted directly to the back of the engine, which was rubber-mounted in the duplex loop frame, an innovation that required a flexible joint in the exhaust system ahead of the silencer. The first S7 version was equipped with balloon tyres, a feature not carried over to the deliberately more conventional, and also lighter and cheaper S8, introduced in 1949. The front fork and 7' brake were now standard BSA components, and there were numerous other changes in the interests of rationalisation. Never as popular as BSA's more performance orientated models, the gentlemanly S7 and S8 remained in production until 1957. This wonderful S8 project was purchased by the late owner in 1965 (as evidenced in the old style log book) and has been a part of his collection ever since. Wanting to restore it to its former glory, the late owner began the restoration process, sparing no expense to bring it back to its original condition, as evidenced by the restoration invoices on file. Sadly however, he was never able to complete the project. Offered with the aforementioned invoices, V5C, old style log book and old style V5. An opportunity to undertake and finish a restoration project of one of Sunbeams most iconic and notable models. Key not required 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
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1953 Sunbeam 499cc S8 Project Registration no. NPW 34 Frame no. S8/6098 Engine no. S8/9791 A wartime design by Erling Poppe, the Sunbeam inline twin was introduced by BSA, owners of Sunbeam Cycles Limited, in 1947. A luxury tourer, it was of advanced specification with overhead-camshaft engine, shaft drive and plunger rear suspension. The clutch housing and four-speed gearbox bolted directly to the back of the engine, which was rubber-mounted in the duplex loop frame, an innovation that required a flexible joint in the exhaust system ahead of the silencer. The first S7 version was equipped with balloon tyres, a feature not carried over to the deliberately more conventional, and also lighter and cheaper S8, introduced in 1949. The front fork and 7' brake were now standard BSA components, and there were numerous other changes in the interests of rationalisation. Never as popular as BSA's more performance orientated models, the gentlemanly S7 and S8 remained in production until 1957. This wonderful S8 project was purchased by the late owner in 1965 (as evidenced in the old style log book) and has been a part of his collection ever since. Wanting to restore it to its former glory, the late owner began the restoration process, sparing no expense to bring it back to its original condition, as evidenced by the restoration invoices on file. Sadly however, he was never able to complete the project. Offered with the aforementioned invoices, V5C, old style log book and old style V5. An opportunity to undertake and finish a restoration project of one of Sunbeams most iconic and notable models. Key not required 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
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