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LOT 308 N

1932 Motobécane 250cc Model B33A Registration no. not UK registered Frame no. 235863 Engine no. 98599

Sold for £2,185 inc. premium
Lot 308N

1932 Motobécane 250cc Model B33A
Registration no. not UK registered Frame no. 235863 Engine no. 98599

1932 Motobécane 250cc Model B33A
Registration no. not UK registered
Frame no. 235863
Engine no. 98599

A wide range of machines was manufactured between the wars, at the top of which were sensational 500cc and 750cc air-cooled four-cylinder models. The bedrock of production however, was 'bread and butter' two-strokes and uncomplicated sidevalves such as the Model B33A offered here. Previously registered in France, this Motobécane was purchased by the current vendor from VOF Dutch Lion Motorcycles of Grubbenvorst, Holland in November 2016 (receipt on file). Kept as part of the owner's collection since acquisition, the machine last ran one year ago and will require re-commissioning before returning to the road. We are advised that the wheel spokes are new but that the tyres/tubes need replacing. Accompanying documentation consist of a French Carte Grise. The vendor is slimming down his collection of motorcycles, hence the sale.

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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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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