LOT 300

'Egli'-Vincent 499cc Comet Registration no. not registered Frame no. S&P EGLI COM 003 R Engine no. F5AB/2A/5861 Crankcase Mating No's. 91R/91R

Sold for £7,475 inc. premium

Previous Lot

Next Lot

Lot 300

'Egli'-Vincent 499cc Comet

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

'Egli'-Vincent 499cc Comet
Registration no. not registered
Frame no. S&P EGLI COM 003 R
Engine no. F5AB/2A/5861 Crankcase Mating No's. 91R/91R

One of the world's best known motorcycle frame-makers, Swiss engineer Fritz Egli built his first frame in in order to tame the wayward handling of his Vincent v-win racer. The Vincent used a spine-type frame and so did Egli, though his was different in construction. This trademark large-diameter spine has been a feature of virtually all Egli's frames made since, proving adaptable to almost all types of motorcycle engine layout from British singles to Japanese across-the-frame fours.

Twelve years ago the vendor acquired a new, bare, SP Fabrications Egli-type frame and swinging arm, together with a reconditioned 1951 Vincent Comet motor, from his friend and Vincent guru, the late John Renwick. Those components have now been assembled into a complete machine. Specification highlights include the following: MV Agusta fuel tank; Legendary Motorcycles GPS speedometer/rev-counter; starter motor; Mikuni carburettor; Wassel Vape electronic ignition; Mick Hemmings Norton AMC four-speed gearbox; Norton Commando clutch; Hagon adjustable shock absorbers; Marzocchi 38mm Ducati forks; wheels built by Hagon; Akront Morad alloy wheel rims (19" front, 18" rear) Avon Road Rider tyres; new 250mm Fontana 4LS front brake; and a new-old-stock Laverda 8" TLS rear brake drum and hub. Accompanying documentation consists of the 2012 purchase receipt (signed by John Renwick) and a 2024 Vincent Owners Club Dating Certificate for the 1951 Comet engine.
Offered with key

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.

REQUEST A TRANSPORT QUOTE

Please click the link to request a transport quote from our recommended transport company, Moving Motorcycles.

To request a UK or European shipping quote - Moving Motorcycles

To request an International shipping quote - Shippio

This Lot will be auctioned on Sunday 13 October starting at 11am GMT.

Saleroom notices

The plaque previously covering the engine number has been removed, revealing the period engine number. The engine number revealed is partially illegible and appears to read F5AB/2A/58??.

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 client services.
Buyers Premium and Charges
Buyers Premium and Charges
Memorabilia and Spares
For Memorabilia and Spares (Lots 1-88) the Buyers Premium is 28% on the first £40,000 of the hammer price; 27% of the hammer price of amounts in excess of £40,000 up to and including £800,000; 21% of the hammer price of amounts in excess of £800,000 up to and including £4,500,000 and 14.5% of the hammer price of any amounts in excess of £4,500,000.
Motorcycles
For Motorcycles (Lots 101-176 & 201-429) the Buyers Premium will be 15% on the first £500,000 of the Hammer Price of each Lot, and 12% on the balance thereafter.
Buyers attention is drawn to Condition 7 of the Notice to Bidders. VAT at the standard rate is payable on the Premium by all Buyers, unless otherwise stated.
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.
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