LOT 460

Property of a deceased's estate 1961/1960 Norton 596cc Dominator 99 Registration no. WFV 670 Frame no. 14 94710 (see text) Engine no. 87103 14R

Sold for £5,750 inc. premium

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Lot 460

Property of a deceased's estate, 1961/1960 Norton 596cc Dominator 99

The Autumn Stafford Sale – The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show|14 October 2023, 10:30 BST|Stafford, Staffordshire County Showground

Property of a deceased's estate
1961/1960 Norton 596cc Dominator 99
Registration no. WFV 670
Frame no. 14 94710 (see text)
Engine no. 87103 14R

Numerous bills on file indicate that this Dominator 99 belonged to a Mr D Raybould from at least 1985 to circa 2012. The previous keeper listed on the V5C acquired the Norton in September 2014 and sold it to the current vendor's late father in September 2015. An older restoration that has mellowed, 'WFV 670' featured in an article in The Classic MotorCycle's December 2017 edition, appearing on the front cover (copy on file). Although the Norton had been comprehensively restored to a good standard, there were numerous minor mechanical issues to be sorted out, which had been done by the time of TCM's road test. TCM concluded: "A well put together motorcycle, with a decent clutch and a sweet gear change which holds the road nicely, it is an easy starter. All in all, a credit to the efforts of all, combining to create a nice experience on the road."

It should be noted that the frame number is believed to be a non-factory stamping. Accordingly, prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves with regard to this motorcycle's authenticity, correctness and originality. Following a period of inactivity, the machine will require recommissioning to a greater or lesser extent and thus is sold strictly as viewed. Accompanying documentation includes copy old and current V5Cs; some old MoTs (most recent expired 2018; various invoices/bills; and the aforementioned copy of TCM.

Footnotes

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