26th Mar, 2025 12:00
National Motorcycle Museum | Solihull, West Midlands
1958 Triumph Bonneville 'Tangerine Dream'
Very early 'Bonnie'
Sold for £8,740
(including buyers premium)
Registration No: 991 XVB
Frame No: 022871
MOT: Exempt
- Restored to a high standard some years ago
- Very early December 1958 build with dating letter included
- Correct matching numbers machine
- Very collectable and sought after
Arguably the most famous name in motorcycling, Edward Turner’s design swansong for Triumph in 1958 turned out to be his masterpiece. It was the Bonneville T120, featuring incredible performance and perfect proportions, it’s regarded by many as the definitive British classic. It was named the Bonneville after Triumph's historic 214mph landspeed record in 1956 which in turn inspired a whole new generation of cafe racers. It took John Hartle to victory at the Isle of Man TT and broke records in 1969 when Malcolm Uphill pushed his 'Bonnie' over the 100mph average lap time.
This 1958 Triumph T120 'Tangerine Dream' is a very early example, having been built in December 1958 (Dating Certificate on file). Restored approximately 10 years ago by a previous owner, it has been used regularly until 2020, when it was purchased by the current vendor, and has been run-up regularly since ownership. Some recommissioning is required before putting it back on the road. Understood to be a correct matching numbers machine, this very collectible example comes complete with a current V5C and a Dating Certificate.
For more information, please contact:
Mike Davis
mike.davis@handh.co.uk
07718 584217
Auction: National Motorcycle Museum | Solihull, West Midlands, 26th Mar, 2025
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