1950 Vincent Comet

Comet History:

Unlike in pre-war days, when the first (Series-A) Vincent-HRD v-twin had been created by - in effect - combining two of the existing singles, post-WW2 Vincent's approach was reversed, with the Series-B twin appearing first, in 1946, and the single-cylinder version in 1948. The latter was offered in two forms initially: Series-B Meteor and Series-C Comet. Apart from its Burman gearbox and 'missing' cylinder, the Comet followed Series-C twin lines, featuring the newly introduced Girdraulic front fork and hydraulic dampers at front and rear, while the Meteor retained the old Brampton girders. The Meteor was soon dropped but the Comet continued in production until 1954, offering the same degree of refinement as its bigger brother, albeit with reduced performance. Even so, the Comet combined a 90mph potential with excellent fuel economy, and was the ideal touring mount for the discerning rider who placed civility of manners and quality of construction above outright performance. An expensive machine to produce, the Comet did not sell as well as its maker had hoped and was dropped when the Series-D range was introduced.


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Delivered by train to Jordans of Hull in 1950 from the works this machine is possibly one of the best original specification Comets in the UK. In stunning condition.
Wearing its original registration the Comet is offered for sale due to present owner purchasing a pre-war Vincent.

This exceptional example of an original full matching-numbers Comet was fully refurbished by well-known in Vincent circles, ex-Vincent works family the Bowens very talented Vincent engineers in 2008 using original ex works parts wherever possible.
Including authentic very rare Vincent Burmabrite alloy mudguards.
The engine was fully rebuilt including a new crank and utilising rare new old stock ex works parts.
The machine has covered under 1500 miles since the full nut and bolt restoration.
Starts and runs will require a check over by new owner.

Accompanying documentation consists of some expired MoTs and a V5C Registration Certificates, tax discs, receipts, photos and current VOC certification and full set of factory records.

Valuable original three by three digit registration.
In current ownership since 2019 this motorcycle has been dry stored in a climate controlled secure facility.
Always admired started and run regularly on short local events..


Delivery can be arranged at cost UK and Ireland.
Cost is usually around 350. 00 ex vat

International buyers must make their own shipping arrangements.