28th Apr, 2021 12:00
Spring 2021 Classics & Collectables Auction
1950s Rhonson Rhonsonnette Cyclemotor
And now for something completely different – a Rhonsonnette, ie a classic French cyclemotor that was manufactured by the short-lived company Rhonson of Lyon sometime in the 1950s. According to the vendor, who purchased it from a flea market in St Tropez, the model was a de-luxe offering that represented the pinnacle of Rohnson’s developments. Liveried in black and green, it is in delightfully-unmolested original condition, and comes complete with such niceties as a leather saddle, lighting, luggage rack, hand pump, stand and rear-view mirror, but no paperwork. The bike is apparently in running condition, but is currently hampered by what the vendor describes as a ‘broken inlet pipe spigot to carburettor’.
This natty-looking two-speed cyclemotor of the type once so beloved by the French, is powered by a 50cc ABG VAP single-cylinder engine for which spares should hopefully be readily obtainable to this day, as it was not only employed by Rhonson but most of its national competitors of the day. A charming offering that could no doubt be relatively easily returned to the road and provide a new owner with economical motoring for many years to come.
In summary
- A classic French cyclemotor of a type rare to these shores
- Charmingly unmolested and original
- Potentially very economical to own and run
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Sold for £788
(Inclusive of Buyer's Premium)
And now for something completely different – a Rhonsonnette, ie a classic French cyclemotor that was manufactured by the short-lived company Rhonson of Lyon sometime in the 1950s. According to the vendor, who purchased it from a flea market in St Tropez, the model was a de-luxe offering that represented the pinnacle of Rohnson’s developments. Liveried in black and green, it is in delightfully-unmolested original condition, and comes complete with such niceties as a leather saddle, lighting, luggage rack, hand pump, stand and rear-view mirror, but no paperwork. The bike is apparently in running condition, but is currently hampered by what the vendor describes as a ‘broken inlet pipe spigot to carburettor’.
This natty-looking two-speed cyclemotor of the type once so beloved by the French, is powered by a 50cc ABG VAP single-cylinder engine for which spares should hopefully be readily obtainable to this day, as it was not only employed by Rhonson but most of its national competitors of the day. A charming offering that could no doubt be relatively easily returned to the road and provide a new owner with economical motoring for many years to come.
In summary
- A classic French cyclemotor of a type rare to these shores
- Charmingly unmolested and original
- Potentially very economical to own and run
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Auction: Spring 2021 Classics & Collectables Auction, 28th Apr, 2021
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Monday, April 26th 2021
Tuesday, April 27th 2021
Wednesday Morning, April 28th 2021
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