Descripción
This car is to be auctioned at The Autumn Stafford Sale - The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show
Regularly serviced
Ridden sparingly
Last started February 2023 An engine design that originated in the late 1940s, Moto Guzzi's venerable 90-degree v-twin is still around today powering the latest generation of machinery from Mandello del Lario. The first motorcycle to use this remarkable engine, the 703cc V7, appeared in the late 1960s, while the first sports model, the V7S, was of 748cc capacity. Hitherto an acquired taste enjoyed by a discerning minority, the big Guzzi suddenly began capturing the imagination of a wider public when the 850cc Le Mans arrived in 1976. Described by Bike magazine as the sleekest, horniest thing you've ever seen on two wheels, the Le Mans looked like it was doing 100mph while stationary and on the open road delivered 130mph-plus performance. Without doubt one of the definitive superbikes of the 1970s and today highly collectible. This Le Mans was purchased by the current vendor in 2018 from a dealer in Nottingham. During his ownership it has been regularly serviced and fitted with a new oil pressure sensor switch, new tyres, new battery, and a new clutch. Ridden sparingly, the machine is sold on account of the vendor's advancing years and imperfect health. Kept dry stored in a garage under cover, the Guzzi was last started February 2023 (a video of it running is available on request). The odometer reading is 26, 365 miles (at time of cataloguing). Accompanying documents include a current V5C; a quantity of expired MoTs (most recent 2019), two Gutsibits workshop manuals; and various bills/ invoices. It should be noted the engine number prefix appears to show evidence of a 'D' over stamped with an 'E'.
CONDITIONS OF SALE AND GUIDE FOR BUYERS
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VIEWING TIMES
Saturday 14 October 9am to 5pm
Sunday 15 October from 9am
SALE TIMES
Saturday 14 October
Spares and Memorabilia (Lots 1-161) 10:30am
Motorcycles (Lots 201 – 293) 2pm
Sunday 15 October
Motorcycles (Lot 301 - 534) 10:30am
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