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LOT 308 N

c.1929 AJS 349cc Model M12/M6 'Big Port' Special (see text) Registration no. not UK registered Frame no. none visible Engine no. M6 104562

Sold for £4,600 inc. premium
Lot 308N

c.1929 AJS 349cc Model M12/M6 'Big Port' Special (see text)
Registration no. not UK registered Frame no. none visible Engine no. M6 104562

c.1929 AJS 349cc Model M12/M6 'Big Port' Special (see text)
Registration no. not UK registered
Frame no. none visible
Engine no. M6 104562

After victory in the 1920 Junior TT, AJS's new overhead-valve 350 racer scored a memorable double the following year, Tom Sheard winning the Junior race, and Howard Davies the Senior - the first time such a feat had been achieved on a 350. The production version made its debut in November 1922, delighting clubmen everywhere with its 'racer on the road' performance. A right-first-time design destined to achieve countless successes in the hands of privateers, the overhead-valve 350 AJS - latterly known as the 'Big Port' - changed only in detail before being superseded by a much-revised M6 model for 1929. The latter's engine incorporated a number of improvements including enclosed rocker gear and dry-sump lubrication, while the valve/port sizes were reduced; despite that, the 'Big Port' sobriquet continued. At the same time the frame was redesigned to accommodate a saddle tank, and Webb forks replaced the earlier Druids.

The machine offered here incorporates a Model M6 engine and what is believed to be the (modified) frame and cycle parts of a Model M12 '250', while many of the minor components are from other sources.
A past participant in numerous parades and Vintage runs, the machine is described by the vendor as in running condition and nicely patinated, ready to take part in many more such events. Offered with a French Carte Grise.

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.

Saleroom notices

The engine number is M6/105319.

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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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