LOT 357

1921 EXCELSIOR 250cc LADIES MODEL Registration no. WC 1256 Frame no. 100 Engine no. C3943

Sold for £3,910 inc. premium

Lot 357

1921 EXCELSIOR 250cc LADIES MODEL

The Spring Stafford Sale - The International Classic MotorCycle Show|21 April 2024, 11:00 BST|Stafford, Staffordshire County Showground

1921 EXCELSIOR 250cc LADIES MODEL
Registration no. WC 1256
Frame no. 100
Engine no. C3943

Bicycle makers in the late nineteenth century, Excelsior turned their efforts to creating motorcycles in the reign of Queen Victoria. Their motorcycle production was of single-cylinder machines, with J.A.P. engines initially, turning to Villiers engines for a range of smaller machines in the 1920s, plus Blackburne engines, before building the overhead camshaft Manxman machines in 250, 350, and 500 versions during the 1930s. They also created the 250cc Mechanical Marvel, and won the Lightweight TT on two occasions, in 1929 and 1933. During WWII they created the Welbike for British paratroopers, which later transformed into the Corgi. WC 1256 was purchase by the vendor almost ten years ago, and kept as part of a small collection. It was purchased at auction, and was one of a pair of Excelsiors – his and hers, the other being a conventional small capacity Excelsior for the husband, and this one, a much rarer two-speed Ladies Model, for his wife. Unsuccessful in buying the gents model, he was able to purchase this one. It is believed to have been restored at some time in the past, but has been well-stored ever since, acquiring a nicely patinated look, with many original features. It has not been ridden or run in the present ownership, and will, therefore, require re-commissioning and safety checks before use on the road by a new owner. A suitable mount for a lady (or gentleman) to enter the Banbury Run. Documentation comprises a current V5C, a duplicate VE60 green registration book issued in April 1970, two old purchase receipts, and sundry papers.

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