1950 Norton International Model 30
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Highlights
- Iconic Model 30 International
- Sparingly used in a private collection
- Very good, factory-correct condition
- Matching numbers frame and engine
The Appeal
The ‘Cammy Norton’ nickname may underplay the International’s achievements but it neatly conveys the love riders have for these long-lived bikes. Customers could ape the TT performance of Guthrie, Simpson and Woods with a range of competition upgrades available from the factory.
Two models were available, of which the 30 was the more powerful 498cc version. From 1950 riders got the lighter, all-aluminium version of this venerable SOC motor.
Chassis records indicate that this is an early 1950 Model 30 with the revised engine. It is in resplendent condition, its beautiful black and silver paintwork accented by neat red pinstriping. For the last few years it has been sparingly used as part of an extensive collection, released between 2002 and 2004 for VMCC events.
This lovely Inter is ready to be simply looked at and admired or enjoyed. Whichever you choose, it looks very rewarding.
The History and Paperwork
- Frame and engine numbers match
- The ‘E’ prefix confirms this is a 1950 model as do the frame and engine numbers
- The 11 prefix shows this is a factory Model 30 with the larger 498cc engine
- Various Vintage Motor Cycle Club stickers from 2002 and 2004 showing participating in events
- First registered in the UK on 15th June 1999
- Formerly part of an extensive classic bike collection
The Condition
- Restored bike in factory-correct specification
- Stylish two-tone black and silver livery with red pinstriping
- Racing roundels to front and rear
- Well kept fittings and decals
- Tidy chromework with good finish and no visible damage
- Clear and uncracked Smiths dials
- Retains its period accessories including tank-top leatherette elbow rest
The Mechanics
- 498cc Norton air cooled SOC engine
- 29bhp output
- 4spd close ratio gearbox
- Verified matching frame and engine numbers
- Believed to be the later all-alloy version of this engine available from 1950
BEFORE YOU BUY
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1950
- Make Norton
- Model International
- Colour Silver
- Odometer 2,142 Miles
- Engine size 490
Auction Details
- Seller Type Private
- Town Stevenage
- Location Hertfordshire
- Country United Kingdom
20
bids
- ch•••• £12,000 13/04/24
- mo•••• £10,750 12/04/24
- ch•••• £10,500 12/04/24
- mo•••• £10,250 12/04/24
- ch•••• £10,000 12/04/24
- mo•••• £9,700 12/04/24
- ch•••• £9,500 12/04/24
- mo•••• £9,250 12/04/24
- ch•••• £9,100 12/04/24
- mo•••• £8,750 12/04/24
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