Description
This motorcycle is Lot 348 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).
Offered from the estate of the late Len Clutterbuck
** 1954 Velocette 349cc MAC**
Registration no. NDF 923
Frame no. RS3512
Engine no. MAC22137
In 1934 Veloce Limited announced a high-camshaft overhead-valve '350' built along the lines of the recently introduced 250cc MOV. This was the long-stroke MAC, subsequently bored out to create the 500cc MSS. Post-war, Velo's overhead-valve **** continued much as before, with rigid frames and - initially - Webb girder forks, Dowty Oleomatics being specified later. The MAC gained an alloy cylinder barrel and 'head for 1951 as well as Velocette's own telescopic fork, and was further updated with a swinging-arm frame in 1953. The model was last catalogued in 1960.
Used by Len fairly frequently, he purchased this MAC as his late father had the same year and model and he wanted to have one like his father. This Velocette MAC was bought from Dave Plant and tidied up cosmetically. No other history is known. Last used in 2019, the machine has been dry stored since then and the engine turned over periodically. Following a period of inactivity, recommissioning or possibly more extensive restoration will be required before further use and thus this motorcycle is sold strictly as viewed. The machine is offered with a V5C Registration Certificate and a quantity of invoices for parts and materials purchased.
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.
