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LOT 467 *N

c.1939 Moto Guzzi 498cc Model W (see text) Registration no. not UK registered Frame no. 25819 Engine no. W81915

Sold for £5,980 inc. premium
Lot 467*,N

c.1939 Moto Guzzi 498cc Model W (see text)
Registration no. not UK registered Frame no. 25819 Engine no. W81915

c.1939 Moto Guzzi 498cc Model W (see text)
Registration no. not UK registered
Frame no. 25819
Engine no. W81915

Overhead valves made their first appearance on Moto Guzzi's '500' horizontal single in 1934, two such models - the V and GTV - making their debut that year alongside the S and GTS. The latter were developments of the existing 500cc inlet-over-exhaust models: the S being equipped with rigid frame and hand gearchange, the GTS having Guzzi's sprung frame and a foot-change gearbox. The overhead-valve V and GTV models were similarly specified, but the latter also featured leg shields and valanced mudguards as standard. In 1935 the models W and GTW were added to the range, being essentially identical to the V and GTV apart from more powerful (22bhp) engines.

Identified on the basis of its engine number prefix, this sporting Moto Guzzi roadster appears to be a Model W. Apparently an earlier restoration that has since deteriorated, it carries a restorer's sticker to front mudguard reading: 'libero Galanti Figlio officina restauro Belgioioso-pv'. Nothing is known of this machine's history or mechanical condition, except that the engine turns over.

Offered from a private collection, this motorcycle will require re-commissioning at the very least, or possibly more extensive restoration, before returning to the road. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves with regard to this motorcycle's age, originality, correctness, and mechanical condition prior to bidding. There are no documents with this Lot, which 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.

Should the vehicle remain in Europe, import VAT of 5% will be added to the Hammer Price and Buyer's Premium.

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*Import low rate
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NNOVA 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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