Highlights
- 250 cc engine rebuilt by the previous owner
- Resprayed to a very high standard
- Running and riding well
The Appeal
What most don’t know about the humble C11 is that one was once owned by the King of Cool himself - Steve Mcqueen. It’s said that he cherished his little BSA and following his death, it was kept by his widow Barbara for a number of years.
Conceived as a refined commuter bike, the C11 utilised a twelve-horsepower 250 cc four-stroke single-cylinder engine. We’re delighted to offer this charming 1948 example which benefits from a great deal of recent work. The previous owner rebuilt the engine and carried out a high-quality respray. The vendor informs us that it runs really well and is ready to ride.
The History and Paperwork
- UK road registered from new
- Two previous keepers recorded by the DVLA
- Exempt from road tax and MOT testing
- Subject to some restoration work during previous ownership
- 285 miles indicated - although the true mileage is unknown
The Condition
- Freshy resprayed to a very good standard
- Period-correct silver and blue paintwork with gold coach lines
- The frame appears free from damage and corrosion
- Sprung single seat with auxiliary rear mudguard cushion
- No dents to the petrol tank, oil tank or bodywork
- No notable pitting to the brightwork
- The controls, seats and pegs are free from excessive wear
- Tank-mounted instrumentation in good visual order and reportedly in full working condition
The Mechanics
- 250 cc OHV four-stroke single
- Three-speed gearbox
- We’re informed that it was mechanically rebuilt by the previous owner
- The vendor states that the engine runs very well indeed
- Reportedly riding well, with no issues to report
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