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1952 Vincent Series C Black Shadow 998cc

1952 Vincent Series C Black Shadow 998cc-For Sale

Lot Number: 182

1952 Vincent Series C Black Shadow 998cc

Possibly one of the most usable examples in the UK. Fitted with a front disc (fitted by Vincent Spares Company) and Craven panniers. Original brake drums included. Huge history file. A great example of this iconic machine.

  • GUIDE PRICE: £50,000 - £60,000

+ buyer's premium of 15% plus VAT (18% incl VAT)

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LIVE AUCTION: This lot will be auctioned on Sunday 16th February, 2025 at 11.15am GMT at Excel London, Royal Victoria Dock, London, E16 1XL

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    XML 653

SUMMARY

Possibly one of the most usable examples in the UK. Fitted with a front disc (fitted by Vincent Spares Company) and Craven panniers. Original brake drums included. Huge history file. A great example of this iconic machine.

DESCRIPTION

  • During the early 1950s, Vincent were at the top of their game and the Series C Black Shadow represented the pinnacle of British motorcycling
  • Capable of 120mph, it was easily the fastest vehicle on the roads in post-war Britain
  • Still an icon today and sought after by enthusiasts and collectors alike
  • Presented in fully restored condition and in good running order
  • Correct numbers and history going back to its first owner
  • Originally sold to Rab Cook in Scotland who featured the bike in the Motor Cycling magazine in 1954, copy included
  • Owned by Vincent enthusiast, John Kinley, from 1962 to 2018 when it was bought by our vendor
  • Was used by John as a daily rider and raced by him with a sidecar
  • Fitted with a front disc (fitted by Vincent Spares Company) and Craven panniers
  • Original brake drums included
  • Huge history file and UK-registered on a V5C
  • Great example of this iconic machine

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
182
Make
VINCENT
Model
SERIES C BLACK SHADOW
Registration Number
XML 653
Frame Number
RC11159B
MOT Expiry
Exempt
Engine Number
F10AB/1B/9259

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CONSIGNOR

Consignor

For further information regarding this lot please contact Mark.

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