1954 Vincent Series C Black Shadow 998cc

Lot Number: 342

1954 Vincent Series C Black Shadow 998cc

Superbly restored, Concours-quality, matching numbers Vincent Black Shadow.

There is a Sale Room Notice on this lot, please read this before placing a bid

  • Sold for: £58,500

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Friday 26th August, 2022 at 3.00pm BST at The Wing, Silverstone Circuit, NN12 8TN

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    113 UYE

SALE ROOM NOTICE

New crank cases were used when the engine was rebuilt by JMC and stamped with the correct numbers

SUMMARY

Superbly restored, Concours-quality, matching numbers Vincent Black Shadow.

DESCRIPTION

  • In 1954 Vincent was at the top of their game, 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
  • Last year of production for the Series C Black Shadow
  • Correct frame, rear frame and matching crankcase numbers
  • Restored by JMC in 2014 to a very high standard, photo record in history file
  • Originally registered in Australia and imported to the UK in 2008
  • Recent recommission and now in good running order
  • History file with photos of restoration, import papers and associated paperwork
  • UK-registered on a V5C

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
342
Make
VINCENT
Model
SERIES C BLACK SHADOW
Registration Number
113 UYE
Frame Number
RC12046B
MOT Expiry
Exempt
Engine Number
F10AB/1B/10146

GALLERY

CONSIGNOR

Consignor

For further information regarding this lot please contact Mark.

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