LOT 523

Property of a deceased estate 1927 Sunbeam 347cc Model 1 Registration no. KO 4711 Frame no. A1204 Engine no. H1209

Sold for £5,750 inc. premium

Lot 523

Property of a deceased estate, 1927 Sunbeam 347cc Model 1

The Spring Stafford Sale - The International Classic MotorCycle Show|22 April 2023, 11:00 BST|Stafford, Staffordshire County Showground

Property of a deceased estate
1927 Sunbeam 347cc Model 1
Registration no. KO 4711
Frame no. A1204
Engine no. H1209

Although its very first machine had been a '350', Sunbeam abandoned the class in 1914 in favour of larger capacities, only returning in 1923 with an entirely new sidevalve design that would form the basis of all the overhead-valve engines that followed. The new 2¾hp engine first appeared in the essentially similar Models 1 and 2, the former being a tourer and the latter a more sporting machine.

This Sunbeam Model 1 belonged to the lady vendor's late father for over 20 years and has been ridden at various venues and events such as Brooklands and the Banbury Run. The machine carries a tax disc that expired on 31st August 2015 and was last ridden circa five years ago, since when it has been dry stored under dust sheets. (The father passed away in June 2022.) Following a period of inactivity, the machine will require re-commissioning to a greater or lesser extent, or possibly more extensive restoration before returning to the road and thus is sold strictly as viewed. Prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves with regard to the motorcycle's completeness, originality, and mechanical condition prior to bidding. Accompanying paperwork includes an old-style RF.60 logbook (issued 1947); old/current V5/V5C documents; Kent County Council letter and registration history; 1994 purchase receipt; expired MoTs (most recent 2012); Sunbeam service manual and spare parts list; DVLA correspondence; and copies of marque-related literature.
Key not required

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