Description
This motorcycle is Lot 351 to be auctioned by Bonhams at The Spring Stafford Sale (The International Classic MotorCycle Show) on April 25th & 26th, please see the Bonhams Motorcycles Website for full details.
Auction Timings:
Lots 1 - 94 are to be sold from 14:30 on Saturday 25th April 2026.
Lots 201 - 353 are to be sold from 11:30am on Sunday 26th April 2026.
Public Viewing:
Available 25th & 26th April 2026 from 09:00 until 17:00, at The Staffordshire County Showground (The International Classic MotorCycle Show).
** 1952 Nimbus 750cc Model C Four**
Registration no. UXS 420
Frame no. 11178 (to applied plaque)
Engine no. 5039
Resulting from diversification by the Danish vacuum cleaner manufacturer, Fisker & Nielsen, the Nimbus motorcycle first appeared in 1919. Unusually, only inline four-cylinder models were built. Motorcycle production was suspended in 1928 to enable the company to concentrate on producing vacuum cleaners, and when the new Nimbus appeared in 1934 it was with an overhead-camshaft power unit that showed strong motor-industry influence, being constructed along car lines with integral cylinder block in cast iron and a detachable alloy sump. Foot change for the three-speed gearbox, a beefier front fork, and larger brakes had been added by the end of the 1930s, but from then on the Nimbus changed little until series production was ended in 1954, once again to free up resources for the vacuum cleaner business. Production was always on a limited scale, but such is the quality of the Nimbus that many remain in service today.
Formerly registered in Denmark, this Nimbus was first registered in the UK in June 2017, since when it has belonged to the current private vendor. Works carried out recently include overhauling the clutch with new lining, springs, sleeves and bolts; replacing the ignition points, condenser, ballast resister, spark plugs and ignition leads; and fitting LED lighting (note: the headlight bulb is a 'daylighter'). The provision of a 12-volt electronic regulator is the only other notified deviation from factory specification. Offered with Danish registration papers (2004) and a V5C document.
Key not required
All lots are sold ‘as is/ where is’ and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. Visit the Bonhams Motorcycles website for all pertinent auction information.
