Lot details
Registration No: GEB 9N
Frame No: 359627
Engine No: 23080
cc: 350
MOT Expiry Date: T.B.A.

Early in 1968 Ducati introduced a range of models bearing the name "Scrambler" which featured a revised over head cam engine design that quickly became known as the "widecase". The "Scrambler" models were eventually offered in four capacities, the 250 and 350 being joined by a 450 model and a 125cc version, although the latter employed a "narrow case" engine. The Scrambler's were joined later in the year by two revised Mark 3 models, a 250 and 350. Regarded as the performance machine in the range, the 350 was fitted with a white/green camshaft and proved to be capable of 106mph. A 450cc Mark 3 joined the range in 1969. At this time the Mark 3's were fitted with a distinctive twin filler fuel tank and a headlamp mounted speedometer complimented by a separate tachometer, however for 1970 the instrumentation changed to a separate speedometer and tachometer mounted on brackets in the same style as those employed by the "Desmo" singles.

For 1971 the Mark 3 and "Desmo" ranges underwent considerable revisions that resulted in the style of the machines diverging. The "Desmos" adopted a fibreglass tank complimented by a racing style seat with a fibreglass hump and clip on handle bars accentuating its sporting characteristics while the Mark 3's adopted a new petrol tank, followed by a revised dual seat, side covers, instruments and headlight in 1972, reflecting the style of the 750 GT and establishing the machines final form.
This example of the 350cc Mark 3, dating from the final year of production, is offered in very good condition throughout. It has formed part of private collection for a number of years during which time it has seen limited use. It is offered with a Swansea V5C.