LOT 360

1914 Triumph 4hp Model A Registration no. SV 9507 Frame no. 250134 Engine no. 30911

Sold for £7,590 inc. premium

Lot 360

1914 Triumph 4hp Model A

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

1914 Triumph 4hp Model A
Registration no. SV 9507
Frame no. 250134
Engine no. 30911

The first Triumph motorcycle of 1902 used a Belgian Minerva engine, but within a few years the Coventry firm was building its own power units. The company was soon involved in racing, and the publicity generated by competition success greatly stimulated sales. By the outbreak of the Great War the marque's reputation for quality and reliability was well-established, leading to substantial orders for 'Trusty Triumphs' for British and Allied forces. The 3½hp model first appeared in 1907. Originally of 453cc, its sidevalve engine was enlarged to 476cc in 1908, and finally to 499cc in 1910 before being superseded by the 4hp (550cc) model for 1914.

This Veteran-era Triumph was purchased at auction from a deceased's estate in 2019. At that time the machine was described as restored many years ago and used on many occasions by the late owner for rallies and other events. The motorcycle is nicely patinated and presented in tidy condition. Accessories include a lighting set and a Gladstone bag on the rear carrier. Accompanying documentation includes old/current V5C documents; old MoTs and tax discs; SORN paperwork; marque-related literature; and a Sunbeam MCC Pioneer Certificate, the latter incorrectly listing the frame number and engine capacity. Recommissioning will be required before road use.

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This Lot will be auctioned on Sunday 21 April starting at 11am GMT.

Saleroom notices

The 3rd number in the engine number sequence is 2. The 4th number in the sequence is obscured.

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