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LOT 421 NNMTΩ

The Hans Schifferle Collection 1993 Yamaha 1,197cc V-Max Registration no. not registered Frame no. JYA2WEEOXPA035982 Engine no. 2WE-035982

Sold for £8,855 inc. premiumLot to be sold without reserve
Lot 421N,NMT,Ω

The Hans Schifferle Collection, 1993 Yamaha 1,197cc V-Max
Registration no. not registered Frame no. JYA2WEEOXPA035982 Engine no. 2WE-035982

The Hans Schifferle Collection
1993 Yamaha 1,197cc V-Max
Registration no. not registered
Frame no. JYA2WEEOXPA035982
Engine no. 2WE-035982

Few motorcycles attain cult status as soon as they are announced. Introduced in 1985, the Yamaha V-Max is one of those rarities but given the fact that it was conceived as a street-legal dragster perhaps that is not so surprising. 'Ballistic Muscle' was how Bike magazine entitled its first road test of the 143bhp monster, declaring: "When it comes to straight-line street rods, the V-Max is It."

This example was manufactured in 1993 and thus is a desirable 1st Generation V-Max, the most sought-after by collectors. The machine was purchased new by Hans in June 1993 from Motorradsport Schmid of Munich (where Helmut worked). Helmut had sourced this full power model from Canada, and he and Hans then set about extensively modifying it, fitting a BRA Pendelfreie (literally: 'pendulum free') reinforced frame kit/engine mounts, developed for V-Max riders who wanted a more stable chassis. Other notable features of this unique V-Max include a PVM brake conversion; lightweight rear-sets, Öhlins shock absorbers; Akront wheel rims; titanium bolts; and lots of chrome: side panels, clutch cover, etc as detaled on the accompanying German Fahrzeugschein. Currently displaying a total of 5,343 kilometres on the odometer, the machine is offered with an expired TüV (MoT) certificate and correspondence; 2001 servicing invoice; owner's manual; and riding tips booklet.

Footnotes

* Import VAT Low Rate
Import tax at the reduced rate of 5% of the Hammer Price and Buyers Premium will apply should the lot remain in the UK.

NMT
New Means of Transport (HMRC) Tax at the rate of 20% of the Hammer Price will apply should the lot remain in the UK. This applies to imported vehicles displaying less than 6,000km from new.

N (NOVA): This lot is subject to a fee of £125 + VAT payable by the Buyer, to undertake the relevant NOVA and C88 (Customs) clearance applications. Please see the Conditions of Sale for further information.

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 machine is offered with a selection of detached spares including: two old wheels, swingarm, saddle, brake discs, brake calliper, rear shock, indicators, handlebars, and sundry components. Please note we are advised by the HMRC the 20% New Means of Transport VAT is no longer payable by buyers from Great Britain following the update to the Northern Ireland protocol. However, please note the HMRC advise that the 20% New Means of Transport VAT is still applicable to buyers from Norther Ireland.

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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.
NMTNew Means of Transport
Motor vehicle lot originates from or is registered in another EU member state and has travelled less than 6,000km from new. Accordingly HMRC and the DVLA classify such machines as "New Means of Transport" under the Nova Scheme and are subject to VAT at 20% on the hammer price.
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VAT on imported items at the prevailing rate on Hammer Price and Buyer's Premium.

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