About The Blaauwbank Collection:

This lot is part of The Blaauwbank Collection, an eclectic mix of vehicles spanning nearly a century of motoring. The collection showcases everything from practical classics to high-end collector cars, all carefully curated and stored in purpose-built, climate-controlled storage hangars in Central South Africa's arid climate.
For overseas buyers, this is an opportunity to acquire classic cars that have never been exposed to salted roads and the damp European climate.

Shipping Logistics:

A fixed-rate containerised shipping quote of £489.00 (Cape Town to London Gateway Port) has been secured by the seller via export agent VA Auto Traders (excludes SA transport and UK port fees).

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Highlights

Has undergone extensive restoration
Believed to have had only two former registered keepers
Previously part of a dedicated Italian motorcycle collection

The Appeal

This ITOM Astor Sport forms part of the carefully curated Blaauwbank Collection, which includes an eclectic mix of multi-generational cars, stored in purpose-built, climate-controlled dry-storage hangars in the arid climate of Central South Africa.

ITOM - Industria Torinese Meccanica - was a small Turin-based manufacturer that earned a devoted following for its lightweight, spirited 50cc machines during the 1950s. The Astor Sport, with its two-stroke engine and sporting character, is among the most sought-after models from this niche marque, and survivors in any condition are particularly scarce.

This 1957 example has benefited from a full restoration and is believed to have passed through just two registered keepers prior to the current owner. It was previously held within a dedicated Italian motorcycle collection, and is now eagerly waiting its lucky new keeper.

Key Information

Mileage: 24,071 miles (indicated, unwarranted)
Country of registration: South Africa
Technical inspection status: offered without technical inspection
Technical specs: 50cc two-stroke engine
Paperwork: All SA export paperwork, local export clearance and local customs declarations are included with each vehicle sold from The Blaauwbank Collection

The Detail

Restored at some stage
Impressive two-tone red metallic paintwork
Believed to be mechanically standard
Original decals and branding
The vendor reports that the bike rides well

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