Description
This motorcycle is Lot 374 to be auctioned by Bonhams at The Autumn Stafford Sale (The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show) on October 10th – 11th, please see the Bonhams Motorcycles Website for full details.
Auction Timings:
Lots 201 - 407 are to be sold from 11AM local time on Sunday 11th October 2026.
Public Viewing:
Available 10th & 11th October 2026 from 09:00 until 17:00, at The Staffordshire County Showground (The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show).
Lot 374
1947 Douglas 350cc T35
Registration no. LEH 872
Frame no. 8639/ 4
Engine no. T35/ S/ 1175
Douglas commenced post-war production in 1947 with, naturally enough, a flat twin, though unlike the vast majority of previous models the T35 mounted its engine across the frame. The engine/ gearbox was of unitary construction, while the frame displayed even greater innovation with its swinging-arm torsion-bar rear suspension and Radiadraulic leading-link front fork. Its advanced running gear endowed the Douglas with excellent handling and steering characteristics, while the willing engine, although not as powerful as some rivals, could propel the 'Duggie' at up to 70mph and return 60-plus miles per gallon. The T35 was produced for little more than one season before being superseded by the updated MkIII.
Not much is known of this T35's history apart from the fact that it has been in the vendor's family's ownership for over 40 years. The 'Duggie' was used for trips around the local villages and for many years was on display at the showroom of W H Balderston's motorcycle dealership in Peterborough. Recommissioning will be required before the machine returns to the road (the engine turns over). It should be noted that the accompanying old V5 registration document and continuation logbook note the frame number as the engine number.
£2, 000 - 3, 000
All lots are sold ‘as is/ where is’ and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, mileage, engine capacity and originality prior to bidding. Visit the Bonhams Motorcycles website for all pertinent auction information.
