LOT 468

Property of a deceased's estate 1911 Sun-Precision 350cc TT Model Registration no. BF 7056 Frame no. A829 Engine no. 11715

Sold for £6,900 inc. premium

Previous Lot

Next Lot

Lot 468

Property of a deceased's estate, 1911 Sun-Precision 350cc TT Model

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
1911 Sun-Precision 350cc TT Model
Registration no. BF 7056
Frame no. A829
Engine no. 11715

• Acquired in 2014
• Requires recommissioning

Birmingham-based Sun started life as a bicycle manufacturer (Sun Cycles & Fittings Company Ltd) and built its first motorcycle in 1911. Engines supplied by close neighbours Precision were used at first, there being three such models in the 1912 range. Frank Baker's Precision company had no frame making facilities so it seems likely that its own-brand motorcycles were in fact built by Sun. By the end of 1912, Sun's advertising was claiming that it products were built in 'one of the largest and best equipped works in the world for its purpose.'

Immediately after The Great War, Sun announced an all-Vitesse powered range of two-strokes, with Blackburne, JAP and Villiers-engined models being added in the early 1920s. Sun ceased motorcycle production at the end of 1933.

This Sun-Precision was acquired by the current vendor's late father in 2014 (receipt on file). A self-employed gas turbine engineer. Motorcycles were his passion and had been from a young age. The Sun not being the most practical bike to ride on the road, but he loved the history of and displayed/showed at a local steam rally during his ownership. Following a period of inactivity, the machine will require recommissioning to a greater or lesser extent and thus is sold strictly as viewed. Accompanying documents include a current V5C; DVLA and VMCC correspondence; two VMCC dating documents (one from Jack Sizer, (Sun/Villiers marque specialist); pre- and post-restoration photographs; and photocopies of marque-related literature.

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.

Additional information

This auction is now finished. If you are interested in consigning in future auctions, please contact the specialist department. If you have queries about lots purchased in this auction, please contact customer services.
Buyers' Obligations
ALL BIDDERS MUST AGREE THAT THEY HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD BONHAMS' CONDITIONS OF SALE AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THEM, AND AGREE TO PAY THE BUYER'S PREMIUM AND ANY OTHER CHARGES MENTIONED IN THE NOTICE TO BIDDERS. THIS AFFECTS THE BIDDERS LEGAL RIGHTS.
If you have any questions about the Conditions of Sale, please contact your nearest client services team.
From 28 June 2025, the import into the EU of non-EU property of a certain age (and in some categories above a certain value) is subject to additional requirements. Under the relevant EU Regulation, it is the Buyer's sole responsibility to assess whether any Lot meets the criteria for import into the EU. The refusal of any required Import License or Importer Statement, or any delay in obtaining such License or Statement shall not give rise to the rescission or cancelation of any Sale, nor allow any delay in making full payment for the Lot.
Buyers' Premium and Charges
Like the vast majority of auctioneers Bonhams charge a Buyer's Premium on the Hammer Price of each Lot purchased and this is subject to VAT. Some lots may also be subject to VAT on the Hammer Price and these lots will be clearly marked with a symbol (†, Ω, *) printed beside the lot number.
For Automobilia the Buyer's Premium is 28% on the first £40,000 of the hammer price; 27% of the hammer price of amounts in excess of £40,001 up to and including £800,000; 21% of the hammer price of amounts in excess of £800,001 up to and including £4,500,000 and 14.5% of the hammer price of any amounts in excess of £4,500,001.
For Motor Cars and Vehicle Registration Numbers the Buyer's Premium will be 15% on the first £500,000 of the hammer price of each Lot, and 12% on the balance thereafter.
A 3rd party bidding platform fee of 4% + VAT of the Hammer Price for Buyers using the following bidding platforms will be added to the invoices of successful Buyers for auctions starting on or after 6th July 2024 – Invaluable; Live Auctioneers; The Saleroom; Lot-tissimo.
VAT at the standard rate is payable on the Buyers Premium by all Buyers, unless otherwise stated.
Payment Notices
For payment information please refer to the sale catalog.
Shipping Notices
For information and estimates on domestic and international shipping as well as export licences please contact Bonhams Shipping Department.
- Motorcycles