Description
National Motorcycle Museum | Solihull, West Midlands
Viewing: Tuesday 28th October from 1pm
Auction: Wednesday 29th October from 9am
Location: National Motorcycle Museum, Coventry Road, Bickenhill, Solihull B92 0EJ
1928 Sunbeam Model One
Estimate
£3, 000 - £4, 000
Registration No: FH 5310
Frame No: H2052
MOT: Exempt
Offered from a small private motorcycle collection
Regularly ridden and exhibited in the present ownership
A well-preserved older restoration said to be running well
Sunbeam revised their range of motorcycles for the 1924 season, giving the models numbers by which they could be identified. The 347cc sidevalve became the Model One, and was complemented by the more sporting Model Two. The next two seasons’ models saw little in the way of change, with just a few small improvements being made; hence the front drum brake introduced a year earlier on the overhead-valve models, became standard across the range. The distinction between the touring Model One and the sporting Model Two became more apparent as a result of the fittings employed. The Model One benefitted from the famous full chain case, higher handlebars and valanced mudguards; in contrast, the Model Two was fitted with lower handlebars, a semi-chainguard and sporting mudguards.
This delightful 1928 Model One was purchased by the vendor in its present condition, exhibiting a well-preserved and pleasantly mellowed older restoration. In the present ownership, it has been regularly enjoyed on pleasure rides through the Welsh valleys and to local events. It is offered for sale with the V5C and assorted other papers.
** 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).
