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1955 BMW R50 For Sale by Auction

  • Manual
  • Petrol
  • 500cc
  • 1955
  • 803UXW
  • Black
  • Dealer
  • GB
    United Kingdom

Description

Charterhouse Auctioneers are pleased to offer this bike in our upcoming auction at Haynes Motor Museum on 12th March 2026.

Registration number 803 UXW
Frame number 550690
Engine number 550690
Exported to Libya when new and imported to the UK 25 years ago by the then owner
Restored 20 years ago and stored as an exhibit in the Moreton Hampstead museum
Purchased by the present owner 3 years ago and re-commissioned
The gearbox has been rebuilt, new clutch, 12 volt alternator, new tyres/ tubes, new wiring and new battery
Little used since the restoration
A dual seat is included

All lots in this sale are sold as is and bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. Please read our terms and conditions

Viewing the day before the auction, from 10am-4pm, and on the morning of the auction.

Live bidding available through our website.

Vehicle location

Charterhouse, The Long Street Sale Rooms, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 3BS
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Advert Details

Category:
Motorcycles
Region:
Dorset
Reference number:
C1981884
Listed on:
18/01/2026
Make:
BMW
Model:
501
Year:
1955
Colour:
Black
Seller type:
Auctioneer

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