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- 1965 Scott Swift Special 500cc
1965 Scott Swift Special 500cc
Lot Number: 487
1965 Scott Swift Special 500cc
Prize-winning Scott Swift Custom Special.
- NOT SOLD
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Sunday 10th November, 2024 at 11.00am GMT at NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT
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REG NUMBER
KYY 445C
SUMMARY
Prize-winning Scott Swift Custom Special.
DESCRIPTION
- The original Scott Flying Squirrel was launched in 1926 and production ran until 1940
- Even with TT success in 1929, the model experienced slow sales and production wained
- This well known 'Scott Special' was built by talented Scott enthusiast, the late Bruce Simpson
- Built between 2003 and 2005 and UK-registered early 2006
- Based on an earlier Scott 350 frame with the super rare 500cc twin-carb Scott Swift engine with a Matchless gearbox
- The forks, rear swing arm, wheels and brakes are from a Suzuki RGV250
- Described at the time by Bruce as 'a Scott for the 2000s'
- Complete with an extensive history file documenting the build along with a magazine article where the bike has been featured
- Also included are old MOTs, numerous receipts and awards
- Presented in running order although hasn't been used for a while, so may require some recommissioning before use
- Great example of motorcycle engineering and a must-have for any serious Scott Collection
- UK-registered on a current V5C
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 487
- Make
- SCOTT
- Model
- SWIFT SPECIAL
- Registration Number
- KYY 445C
- Frame Number
- MDH 65EX
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Engine Number
- MDH 65EX
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Mark Bryan
- Motorcycle Manager
- 07958 107974
- mark@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Mark.
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Payment is due by 5pm on Monday 26th August.
Payment should be made by bank transfer where possible. Payment by card can be made (in person only)
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