LOT 434

1977 Laverda 981cc 3CL Project Registration no. not UK registered Frame no. 5123 Engine no. 5123

Sold for £5,520 inc. premium

Lot 434

1977 Laverda 981cc 3CL Project
Registration no. not UK registered Frame no. 5123 Engine no. 5123

The Spring Sale - The International Classic MotorCycle Show|23 April 2022, 10:00 BST|Stafford, Staffordshire County Showground

1977 Laverda 981cc 3CL Project
Registration no. not UK registered
Frame no. 5123
Engine no. 5123

Introduced in 1972, the 3C (later 3CL) 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. Imported from Spain, this Laverda 3CL was purchased from Mdina Italia of West Sussex in 1994 by the current owner, who then commenced a full restoration. The engine was totally rebuilt and many other parts refurbished and repainted. However, the rebuild ground to a halt in the 1990s and the machine was then dry stored for the following 25-or-so years. Offered now for completion and accompanied by a large quantity of parts, some refurbished and others new or original items, this rare 3CL represents a most rewarding project for the successful purchaser. The machine is offered with the 1994 purchase receipt and a Spanish registration document.
Offered without key

Footnotes

All lots are 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 frame number is LAV.1000*5123*. The engine number is 1000*5123*.

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