Lot details Registration No: Un-Reg Frame No: T.B.A. Engine No: CL2397 cc: 350 MOT Expiry Date: Exempt
This interesting machine is comprised of an Ariel Model F frame and cycle parts powered by an Indian Prince engine.
Ariel had originally introduced a new frame for the 1927 but were forced into a redesign for the 1928 season following some problems. Three versions of the overhead valve 500cc single cylinder were offered, the twin port Model E, the De Luxe Model F and the tuned Model G.
Indian had introduced the single cylinder, side valve, 348cc Prince for the 1925 season. Costing $185 when introduced compared to the $335 asked for a Chief, the Prince had an "English" style with a sloping frame top tube and wedge shaped fuel tank. Intended to appeal to first time buyers, sales of the Prince had been disappointing in its first year, the poor sales being attributed to its styling which was revised to a more "American" form for 1926. 1927 saw the appearance of the overhead valve Prince with another revision to the models styling taking place for 1928. Production of the Prince ended in 1929.
The 1930 Ariel Model F has been fitted with a 1928 side valve Prince engine and finished with red paintwork. It has formed part of a collection in Japan for the last twenty five years and has not been used in recent years, consequently it's mechanically condition is not known although the cosmetic condition and that of the cycle parts is good.
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