Descripción
National Motorcycle Museum | Solihull, West Midlands
Viewing: Tuesday 8th July from 1pm
Auction: Wednesday 9th July from 9am
Location: National Motorcycle Museum, Coventry Road, Bickenhill, Solihull B92 0EJ
1964 Matchless G3
No reserve
Registration No: CPJ 921B
Frame No: 82288*
MOT: Exempt
Barn find G3 being offered at no reserve
Only showing one owner on its V5C
Used on many trips to the TT and Manx
Matchless is one of the oldest marques of British motorcycles, manufactured in Plumstead, London, between 1899 and 1966. A wide range of models was produced under the Matchless name, ranging from small two-strokes to 750 cc four-stroke twins. The marque had a long history of racing success with a Matchless ridden by Charlie Collier winning the first single-cylinder race in the first Isle of Man TT in 1907. An amalgamation with AJS in 1931 formed Associated Motor Cycles which continued until the group's closure in the mid-60s. The Matchless G3, together with its equivalent AJS, was a worthy alternative to the 350 singles being offered by the rival BSA/ Triumph group at the time.
This Matchless G3, being offered at no reserve, is presented in barn find condition, having stood for a number of years. Owned by the vendor for most of its life, he has enjoyed many trips to the IOM in the past on the bike to attend the TT and MGP. Covered in a good layer of dust and oil, it has not run for a while, however the engine turns over on the kickstarter. An interesting project to recommission as is or restore, it will be supplied with a current V5C. * Frame number not visible, shown as being 82288 on V5C.
** Bidding will take place live at the venue, online via our H&H website, by telephone and commission - T&Cs apply**
Parking and entry into the auction is free for auction attendees with a catalogue, available at the door.
Catalogues can be purchased for £20 (admits 2 people).
