1956 BSA 499cc Gold Star

The Amelia Island Auction|3 March 2022, 10:00 EST|Fernandina Beach Golf Club

1956 BSA 499cc Gold Star
Frame no. CB32.4363
Engine no. DB34.GS834

*Legendary cafe racer
*Long term ownership

Developed before WW2, the BSA 'Gold Star', named, of course, after the great Wal Handley's Brooklands award for his BSA 100mph lap, was produced in small numbers only. Post-war, 1949 saw the model's return and the beginning of a tremendous period of both race and off road success for the model, while the road 'Gold Star' benefited, of course, from the race-shop development. To ride a 'Goldie' became every BSA owner's dream and thanks to the quality and robustness of the model, many riders did so. The bike's fame has continued past the end of model production in 1963 and past the end of BSA itself in 1971. Indeed, there is a thriving industry in the production of spare parts to keep them on the road and even, it seems, of 'replica' machines of varying accuracy.

Displaying a total of 3,780 miles since restoration and being offered with the gas tank, this is an ideal opportunity to acquire one of BSA's most desirable models and a chance to recreate those wistful days of being in the Ton-up club. In need of recommissioning to a greater or lesser extent due to being on static display at the late vendors private museum, this is the chance to own a piece of BSA folklore.

Saleroom notices

Please note, correct frame no. is CB324368

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