LOT 548

Property of a deceased's estate 1941 Harley-Davidson 750cc WL Project Registration no. 941 YNY Frame no. none visible Engine no. 41WL3137

Sold for £11,500 inc. premium

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Lot 548

Property of a deceased's estate, 1941 Harley-Davidson 750cc WL Project
Registration no. 941 YNY Frame no. none visible Engine no. 41WL3137

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

Property of a deceased's estate
1941 Harley-Davidson 750cc WL Project
Registration no. 941 YNY
Frame no. none visible
Engine no. 41WL3137

It is known that this WL was purchased from Africa. It was restored by the previous owner in Wales, the colour being changed from yellow to white (not corrected on the V5C). The restorer first registered the machine in 1978 and is believed he rode it for a few months before selling it to the late owner in May 1980 (receipt on file). The late owner never rode the Harley, and for many years it sat in the front room until a house move 20 years ago saw it dismantled and stored.
The vendor recently collected the Harley-Davidson and reassembled the bike, taking lots of photographs, but did not attempt to get it running. He did not even attempt to clean the bike during re-assembly, and describes it as in 'barn find' condition and highly original, having been off the road in dry storage for some 40 years. We are advised that the only component missing is the headlamp, which was replaced with a Lucas unit to get the bike MoT'd in 1979.

This motorcycle will require careful re-commissioning/assembling before returning to the road and thus is sold strictly as viewed. Prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves with regard to its completeness and mechanical condition prior to bidding. Included in the sale are some reproduction catalogues and parts lists plus spares such as spark plugs and an original gasket set.
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

There are additional pictures and video on file of the motorcycle re-build, please email [email protected] to request it. There is no frame number present, correct for Harley Davidson's of this era.

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