1926 Indian 37ci Scout

Frame no. AG 8243 Engine no. AG 8243

Footnotes

• Famous Indian medium-weight model

• Purchased in 1982

• An older restoration

A smaller Indian v-twin model, the 37ci (600cc) Scout, joined the existing 61ci (1,000cc) Powerplus twin for 1920. In a somewhat unusual departure, this new smaller Indian twin featured primary drive by helical gears, rather than the more usual chain, and soon gained a reputation for indestructibility: 'You can't wear out an Indian Scout,' the company's advertising declared. In other respects the 'flat head' v-twin motor followed the successful Powerplus formula. Detachable cylinder heads were the Scout's big news for 1925 and two years later a 45ci (750cc) variant arrived, to be followed in April 1928 by the 101 Scout. The latter featured a revised 750cc engine in a new, longer-wheelbase frame, and this medium-weight sports model would prove an immense success for the Springfield firm, so much so that its replacement in 1931 by a heavier Chief-framed model was greeted with dismay.

An older restoration boasting a Corbin speedometer, this Indian Scout was purchased in June 1982. The sale contract is on file and the machine also comes with magazine articles (in German); instruction books (x2); price lists (x2); a selection of photographs; and an old German Fahrzeugbrief (1979).


• Modèle moyen réputé d'Indian

• Acquise en 1982

• Ancienne restauration

Cette Indian Scout anciennement restaurée et équipée d'un compteur Corbin a été acquise en juin 1982. Le contrat de vente figure au dossier qui comprend aussi des articles de magazine (en allemand), des manuels d'utilisation (x2), des tarifs (x2), une sélection de photos et un ancien Fahrzeugbrief allemand (émis en 1979).


It should be noted that these vehicles have either been on display in the museum or kept in store since Peter and Ulrike passed away. Their present mechanical condition is not known; accordingly, perspective bidders must satisfy themselves with regards to their condition, completeness, correctness, or otherwise prior to bidding.

On notera que depuis le décès de Peter et d'Ulrike ces véhicules ont été maintenus en exposition dans le musée ou entreposés. L'état actuel réel des mécaniques est inconnu et les éventuels acquéreurs devront s'assurer par eux-mêmes de la condition, de l'intégrité, de l'authenticité et autres points relatifs à la qualité des machines avant de porter leurs enchères.