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1951 Norton Model 30 International 490cc

Lot Number: 454

1951 Norton Model 30 International 490cc

Restored 'plunger'-framed Norton International Model 30.

  • NOT SOLD

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Sunday 14th July, 2024 at 11.00am BST at Shuttleworth, Old Warden Park, Beds, SG18 9EP

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    NAS 644

SUMMARY

Restored 'plunger'-framed Norton International Model 30.

DESCRIPTION

  • The Model 30 International is regarded as one of Norton's most important motorcycles ever
  • Powered by its bevel-gear driven SOHC 490cc single, it would dominate the Isle of Man TT in period
  • 1951 was one of the last years for the 'plunger' frame before it was replaced by the pioneering 'featherbed' frame
  • This example is one of the last plunger frame models produced
  • Older restoration and presented in good overall condition
  • Unused for some time and has formed part of a private Collection up until recently
  • Engine turns with compression, will require some recommissioning before use
  • Complete with VMCC Dating Certificate, old sales invoice and some old MOTs and tax discs
  • Great example of this classic, road-going race bike
  • UK-registered on a current V5C 

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
454
Make
NORTON
Model
MODEL 30 INTERNATIONAL
Registration Number
NAS 644
Frame Number
35026
MOT Expiry
Exempt
Engine Number
35026 F11

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CONSIGNOR

Consignor

For further information regarding this lot please contact Mark.

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PAYMENT

Payment is due by 5pm on Monday 15th July.

Payment should be made by bank transfer where possible. Card payments can be made (in person only) as follows: up to £20,000 by debit card and £5,000 by credit card.

Please note we do not accept cash or AMEX.

COLLECTION

Due to venue restrictions, all lots must be cleared from Shuttleworth by 2pm on Monday 15th July 2024. If your motorcycle is not collected by then, we will arrange transport with Moving Motorcycles at a cost of £125+VAT which will include 3 days storage at their secure facility in Northamptonshire.

Our motorcycle transport partners, Moving Motorcycles, can assist with UK, European & International collection and delivery. You can obtain a quote online using the link below:

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Purchasers will be contacted after the sale regarding transport.

 

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