Description
National Motorcycle Museum | Solihull, West Midlands
Viewing: Tues 24th March from 1pm
Auction: Wed 25th March from 9am
Location: National Motorcycle Museum, Coventry Road, Bickenhill, Solihull B92 0EJ
1957 Triumph Thunderbird 650
Estimate
£4, 000 - £5, 000
Registration No: 674 BTB
Frame No: 6T04972
MOT: Exempt
Subject of an older restoration and finished in attractive 'Trophy Colours'
A well presented example with excellent brightwork
Has been in long term ownership and is supplied with current V5C document
Triumph is one of the most iconic and revered names in the history of motorcycling. Established in Coventry in 1885, by the start of the 1900s the company had made their first motorcycle beginning a continuous run of production under various ownership until its eventual closure in 1983. In 1937 the Speed Twin was released launching a range of Triumph twins that went on to epitomise British motorcycles in the post-war years. The 6T Thunderbird was an enlarged version of the Speed Twin, with the capacity increased to 650cc to satisfy buyers' demands for more power.
The subject of an older restoration and finished in attractive 'Trophy Colours', 674 BTB is said to be in running order, although it hasn’t been started recently. However, the engine has been turned over regularly and the vendor suggests a light recommissioning and check over will be required prior to use. The bike was the subject of an older restoration and remains in excellent condition. A well presented example from long term ownership, it is supplied with a current 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).
