LOT 495 *N
1974 Laverda 981cc 3C Registration no. not UK registered Frame no. LAV.1000\1*1692* Engine no. 1000*1692*
Sold for £5,750 inc. premium
Lot 495*,N
1974 Laverda 981cc 3CRegistration no. not UK registered Frame no. LAV.1000\1*1692* Engine no. 1000*1692*
The Autumn Sale - The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show, Stafford|9 October 2021, 12:00 BST|Stafford, Staffordshire County Showground
1974 Laverda 981cc 3C
Registration no. not UK registered
Frame no. LAV.1000\1*1692*
Engine no. 1000*1692*
Registration no. not UK registered
Frame no. LAV.1000\1*1692*
Engine no. 1000*1692*
Introduced in 1972, the '3C' was the first of Laverda's much admired family of classic three-cylinder 'muscle bikes' that would do so much to establish its reputation as one of Italy's foremost purveyors of high-performance motorcycles. Displacing 981cc, the new engine had a character all its own. No longer conceived along Honda lines like its twin-cylinder predecessors, Laverda's triple was a twin-overhead-camshaft design with 180-degree 'flat' crankshaft. Following the introduction of the Slater Brothers-inspired Jota super sports version, the 3C continued as the 3CL sports-tourer, with the 80bhp engine and 125mph capability. Although slightly slower than the Jota, the less highly-stressed 3C/3CL is considered by many Laverda aficionados to be the more enjoyable machine to ride.
This Laverda 3C was last run in 2016 and will require re-commissioning to a greater or lesser extent before returning to the road and thus is sold strictly as viewed. The machine comes with Italian ASI 'Gold Plate' and FMI 'Gold Plate' documents. It also comes with copies of its Italian registration papers (the original registration papers and numberplates have been retained as required by the Italian authorities). An exciting opportunity to acquire a rarely seen Italian classic that can only become increasingly collectible.
This Laverda 3C was last run in 2016 and will require re-commissioning to a greater or lesser extent before returning to the road and thus is sold strictly as viewed. The machine comes with Italian ASI 'Gold Plate' and FMI 'Gold Plate' documents. It also comes with copies of its Italian registration papers (the original registration papers and numberplates have been retained as required by the Italian authorities). An exciting opportunity to acquire a rarely seen Italian classic that can only become increasingly collectible.
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.
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.
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| * | Import low rate |
| VAT on imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price and the prevailing rate on Buyer's Premium. | |
| N | NOVA 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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