1955 Norton Dominator 88 497cc

1955 Norton Dominator 88 497cc

Well restored, matching numbers, Norton Dominator 88.

  • ESTIMATE: £4,000 - £6,000

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

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LIVE AUCTION: This lot will be auctioned on Sunday 4th May, 2025 at 11.00am BST at Shuttleworth, Old Warden Park, Beds, SG18 9EP

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    KAS 512

SUMMARY

Well restored, matching numbers, Norton Dominator 88.

DESCRIPTION

  • Produced between 1952 and 1966, this was the first Norton model to use the 'featherbed' frame
  • The Bert Hopwood-designed machine was 20% more expensive than any of its rivals at the time
  • This, very well restored, matching numbers, example is presented in very good overall condition
  • Despatched from the Norton factory on 07/04/1955 to Sleightholme Motorcycles
  • Current owner since 2009. Restored by its previous owner in 2008 with detailed documentation of the work done. Work included an engine rebuild by Norvil, total frame rebuild and repaint including tank, dynamo and regulator rebuild, speedo overhaul, carb overhaul, new chain and battery, rim rebuilds, new brakes and new tyres
  • Complete with some old V5s, Norton dating letter and numerous old MOTs
  • Running a few years ago but will require some recommissioning before road use
  • UK-registered on a current V5C

SPECIFICATION

Make
NORTON
Model
DOMINATOR 88
Registration Number
KAS 512
Frame Number
K122 62643
MOT Expiry
Exempt
Engine Number
K122 62643

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CONSIGNOR

Consignor

For further information regarding this lot please contact Mark.

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