LOT 299

From the collection of noted collector, the late Ken Senior 1951 Vincent 499cc Comet Series C Registration no. LXX 572 Frame no. RC/1/8318 (restamp) Engine no. F5AB/2A/9296

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Lot 299

From the collection of noted collector, the late Ken Senior, 1951 Vincent 499cc Comet Series C

The Autumn Stafford Sale - The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show|13 October 2024, 11:00 BST|Stafford, Staffordshire County Showground

From the collection of noted collector, the late Ken Senior
1951 Vincent 499cc Comet Series C
Registration no. LXX 572
Frame no. RC/1/8318 (restamp)
Engine no. F5AB/2A/9296

Crankcase mating no. 94JJ/94JJ
Rear frame no. 8318/B (restamp)

Unlike in pre-war days, when the first (Series-A) Vincent-HRD v-twin had been created by - in effect - combining two of the existing singles, post-WW2 Vincent's approach was reversed, with the Series-B twin appearing first, in 1946, and the single-cylinder version in 1948. The latter was offered in two forms initially: Series-B Meteor tourer and Series-C Comet sports roadster. The Meteor was soon dropped but the Comet continued in production until 1954, offering the same degree of refinement as its bigger brother, albeit with reduced performance. Even so, the Comet combined a 90mph potential with excellent fuel economy, and was the ideal touring mount for the discerning rider who placed civility of manners and quality of construction above outright performance.

According to the From the Vincent Owners Club, engine 'F5AB/2A/9296' is originally from a Series-C Comet manufactured in June 1952. This engine was spotted as crankcases only at Netley Marsh autojumble back in 2007, so it seems that they have been built into a bike since then. The Comet was certainly in use from 2006 until 2010 (see MoTs on file) and was SORN'd from 2011 when the late Ken Senior acquired it. The Comet also comes with a V5C document and clear HPI. Careful recommissioning is advised before returning the machine to the road. Sold strictly as viewed. Key not required.

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