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LOT 479

Property of a deceased's estate c.1993 Norton 500cc Manx Replica by Bernie Allen Registration no. not registered Frame no. 11M BRA5 Engine no. 11M BRA5

Sold for £15,525 inc. premium
Lot 479

Property of a deceased's estate, c.1993 Norton 500cc Manx Replica by Bernie Allen
Registration no. not registered Frame no. 11M BRA5 Engine no. 11M BRA5

Property of a deceased's estate
c.1993 Norton 500cc Manx Replica by Bernie Allen
Registration no. not registered
Frame no. 11M BRA5
Engine no. 11M BRA5

Today the Manx Norton's popularity in classic racing remains undiminished, with original examples racing alongside replicas of differing specification produced by specialist manufacturers worldwide. In the 1990s, accomplished Norton expert Bernie Allen produced replicas of late (1961 specification) Manx Nortons to order at a price that was then in the region of £24,000. Doug Hele, Norton's renowned race engineer, said of the Allen bikes: 'They are better than when we made them'. The choice of 1961 is significant, as by then the Manx had reached the zenith of its development and there were few changes between '61 and the end of series production in 1962.

This particular machine's impressive specification includes the following: Summerfield Engineering engine, Hemmings gearbox, Newby belt primary drive/clutch, Amal GP2 carburettor, and a frame constructed of Reynolds 531 tubing to original pattern. We are advised that Summerfield Engineering pulled the engine down three years ago to check it and found that it was all good inside. Only some 50 miles have been covered since then. Sadly, nothing is known of this Manx's race history, though Summerfield's may be able to supply some information.

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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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