
LOT 255 N
c.1971 Ducati 49cc Motocross Registration no. not UK registered Frame no. 475892 Engine no. 489273
Sold for £920 inc. premiumLot to be sold without reserve
Lot 255N
c.1971 Ducati 49cc MotocrossRegistration no. not UK registered Frame no. 475892 Engine no. 489273
c.1971 Ducati 49cc Motocross
Registration no. not UK registered
Frame no. 475892
Engine no. 489273
Registration no. not UK registered
Frame no. 475892
Engine no. 489273
The Ducati company traces its origins back to the 1920s when the Ducati family formed their first company in Bologna to manufacture radio parts. in the late 1940s they began to produce the Cucciolo engine, designed by Aldo Farinelli, and manufactured for SIATA. The range of machines was expanded and, in addition to their many road models, they produced some off-road machines. The vendor believes this machine is a factory prototype, although there is no documentary evidence to support this. Accordingly, prospective bidders must satisfy themselves as to the authenticity of this machine prior to bidding.
This motocross machine appears unused, and remains in exceptional condition. It has a two-stroke air-cooled engine. Drum brakes are used front and rear, the petrol tank is fibreglass, and mudguards are lightweight plastic. There are no documents, and it will require some re-commissioning prior to use. Whilst the engine turns, its mechanical condition is unknown, and it is sold strictly as viewed.
This motocross machine appears unused, and remains in exceptional condition. It has a two-stroke air-cooled engine. Drum brakes are used front and rear, the petrol tank is fibreglass, and mudguards are lightweight plastic. There are no documents, and it will require some re-commissioning prior to use. Whilst the engine turns, its mechanical condition is unknown, and it is sold strictly as viewed.
Footnotes
As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.












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- 28 April 2001, 09:00 - 17:00 BST
- 27 April 2019, 09:00 - 18:00 BST
Lot symbols
| N | NOVA declaration |
| If purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (SHIPPIO) to undertake the NOVA and C88 (customs) application if applicable on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £350 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice. |
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