Sold for £5,175
(including buyers premium)
Registration No: UA 7672
Frame No: 9538
Engine No: 6106
CC: 500
MOT: Exempt
Matchless was established in the late 1800s and was one of the first producers of motorcycles in the UK, unusually manufactured in London rather than in Birmingham like most others. A wide range of models was produced under the Matchless name between 1899 and 1966, ranging from small two-strokes to 750cc four-stroke twins. The marque had a long history of racing success with a Matchless ridden by Charlie Collier winning the first single-cylinder race in the first Isle of Man TT in 1907. An amalgamation with AJS in 1931 formed Associated Motor Cycles which continued until the group's closure in the mid-60s.
This 1928 T3 is a 500cc side-valve, 4.9hp model with a 3-speed Sturmey Archer hand change gearbox. Part of a deceased estate, it is an older restoration and has not been run for a while so will need some recommissioning but the engine turns over on the kickstarter. Presented in authentic condition and fitted with lights, girder forks and drum brakes, this T3 will make an ideal bike for vintage events such as the Banbury Run. A good-looking model with its two-tone tank and fishtail silencer, it comes supplied with a green continuation log book and a current V5C.
For more information, please contact:
Ian Cunningham
ian.cunningham@handh.co.uk
07415 871189
All successful bids must be paid in full by midday the day after the auction at the latest.
You can collect your new pride and joy from our venue until 1pm the day following the sale or our partners are on hand to help arrange safe transportation:
Auction: National Motorcycle Museum | Solihull, West Midlands, 29th Mar, 2023
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An auction of classic motorcycles & vintage scooters taking place at the National Motorcycle Museum, Solihull, West Midlands on March 29th.
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