LOT 213
1957 Matchless G3LS Project
1957 Matchless G3LS Project
1957 Matchless G3LS Project
Frame no. A59846
Engine no. 58/G3LS 35458
Associated Motor Cycles announced its post-war range of AJS and Matchless heavyweight singles in June 1945. Coded Model 16 and G3L respectively, the two 350cc models shared the same 93mm stroke as their 500cc brethren, coupled to a 69mm bore. Housed in a rigid frame with Teledraulic front fork, the ruggedly built overhead-valve engine drove through a four-speed gearbox. Hairpin valve springs were adopted for 1949 and a swinging-arm frame introduced: the latter initially for export only but available in the UK from 1950, machines so-equipped being suffixed 'S'. Perennially popular, these stalwarts remained fixtures of the AMC range into the 1960s.
This incomplete Matchless G3LS comes with an old-style continuation logbook issued in May 1973 and listing the frame/engine numbers recorded above. However, it should be noted that the registration number 'ULW 444' has lapsed and is not recorded in the DVLA/HPI database; accordingly, prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves with regard to this motorcycle's registration status prior to bidding. No history is known and the machine is sold strictly as viewed (the engine does not turn over). Offered with key.
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