LOT 417

From the estate of the late David Atkinson 1925 Scott 596cc Super Squirrel Registration no. BF 8688 Frame no. 761 Engine no. FY8826 (see text)

Sold for £8,625 inc. premium

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Lot 417

From the estate of the late David Atkinson, 1925 Scott 596cc Super Squirrel
Registration no. BF 8688 Frame no. 761 Engine no. FY8826 (see text)

The Autumn Stafford Sale – The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show|16 October 2022, 10:00 BST|Stafford, Staffordshire County Showground

From the estate of the late David Atkinson
1925 Scott 596cc Super Squirrel
Registration no. BF 8688
Frame no. 761
Engine no. FY8826 (see text)

This Super Squirrel was acquired by the immediately preceding owner, a Mr Morris, in December 2000 but has not been used for many years (a tax disc expiring 30th April 2006 is displayed). The vendor in 2000 was a Mr Derek Yates who had bought it from a Mr Moore of Sevenoaks, its owner since 1989.
Although the engine turns over with compression, it is thought that it may require some attention. The magneto is attached, but we understand that it has not been timed. Please note that the accompanying V5C registration document records engine number 'FY9382'. This has been replaced with engine number 'FY8826' (there is some evidence of over-stamping of the number). The original crankcase is supplied together with a spare exhaust pipe.
The late owner purchased the Scott at Bonhams' Stafford sale in April 2018 (Lot 211), since when the registration has been changed from 'UK 440' to 'BF 8688'. Following a long period of inactivity, re-commissioning, as well as the previously mentioned engine checking, will be required. Accompanying documentation consists of the 2000 sales invoice; a quantity of MoTs for the period 1998-2005; a restoration invoice from 1998 totalling £3,815; and a V5C document. Prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves with regard to this motorcycle's provenance, condition, completeness and originality prior to bidding.
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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 original crankcases and spare exhaust pipe do now accompany the motorcycle.

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