Highlights

14,300 miles (23,000 km) deemed original
New Candy Gold paintwork
Motorbike with matching numbers
Many new parts recently fitted
Superb example of a uniquely styled scrambler
Registered in France with a "carte grise collection

The Plus

The Honda CB350 was destined for success. The Japanese brand designed this 325cc motorbike to rival the European benchmarks, offering a better specification at a much lower price. Capable of reaching 160 km/h and equipped with features such as an electric starter, it was both powerful and convincing.

The CL350, meanwhile, was the scrambler version, designed for mixed road and off-road use. With 33 horsepower available at 9,500 rpm, it offered solid performance and inimitable style. Today, these motorbikes are highly sought-after by collectors.

This 1971 model was first registered in the United States before arriving in France a few years ago. It has a French collector's registration. It stands out for its remarkable looks, recently restored with a superb Candy Gold paint job and numerous chrome elements.

Mechanically, the bike is just as impressive. Recent upgrades include new shock absorbers, studded off-road tyres and new ignition parts. The seller believes he is the second owner and that the 14,304 miles (23,000 km) displayed are genuine.

History and Documents

Registered in 1971
First registered in the United States
No U.S. history available according to seller
Purchased in 2022 by current owner
Seller believes to be second owner
Collector's registration
Serial numbers match
Still in garage storage
Some new parts recently fitted

Condition

Repainted in Candy Gold with black stickers
Seller indicates a slight difference in colour between the side covers and the rest of the paintwork
Very well maintained bike with few signs of wear or age
Components such as vinyl seat, chrome and grips in good condition
No dents or dings reported
Lighting and other accessories in good condition
19-inch front wheel and 18-inch rear wheel
New off-road tyres recently fitted
No electrical, dial or control problems reported

Mechanical

325cc, 4-stroke, air-cooled, in-line twin-cylinder engine
33 hp at 9,500 rpm
Fuel consumption of approximately 3.3 L/100 km
5-speed manual gearbox
Seller believes mileage to be correct
New parts installed since 2022 (see below)
No running or driving problems reported

New parts recently installed :

Two shock absorbers
Two tyres
Fuel tap
Complete ignition system
Two carburettor gasket kits
Two carburettor diaphragms

BEFORE YOU BUY

This sale is subject to Car & Classic's terms and conditions. By bidding and/or making an offer you also agree to the following:

✓ The seller is registered as a private seller, which means that consumer rights arising from European consumer protection legislation do not apply. However, you are still covered by Car & Classic's terms and conditions.

✓ We ask that a non-refundable fee is paid if you are the lucky winner of the auction or if your bid is accepted. Please refer to our FAQs and terms and conditions for specific fees.

✓ This vehicle is "sold as is", on an "as is, where is" basis and without warranty. Photographs and descriptions are for illustrative purposes only and it is customary to carry out a full vehicle inspection prior to purchase for your own peace of mind.

✓ VAT is included in the buyer's deposit. VAT may or may not be included in the final offer or tender price, as specified in the advert.

✓ We want the transaction to go as smoothly as you do, which is why UK-registered cars and motorbikes offered for sale on Car & Classic are HPI checked to ensure they have no insurance database markers for damage or theft, and are not financially pledged, allowing you to bid with confidence.

✓ We also check whether vehicles are registered as written off as part of a total loss at the time the advert is placed on Car & Classic and provide write-off category labels (Cat C/D/S/N) to help you. However, the presence or absence of a label does not guarantee the status of the vehicle and it is always worth carrying out a full vehicle history check before making an offer on it.

✓ Buyers are responsible for the collection or delivery of the vehicle. Importing vehicles may incur additional customs duties and import taxes. If you wish, we can recommend a third party transport company who can assist you. For more details and to speak to the team, email [email protected].