26th Jun, 2021 12:00
Online Auction of Classic Cars, Motorbikes, Registrations & Automobilia
1955 Vincent Rapide
Registration - UYC 492
Chassis No. - RDR909
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - 23,938
Vincent has long since been the marque of choice for a high percentage of discerning motorcycle collectors and good examples have been commanding ever higher prices for many years. ‘UYC 492’ is more than good, having had the benefit of a five-year long nut and bolt rebuild that was completed in 2012, since when its use has been limited to the occasional club event. The engine work alone represents an investment of £11,000 and it is hard to see how the condition of this splendid machine could be improved upon. Finished in Vincent’s trademark black, the Rapide wears its years and 23,938 miles with disdain. A wonderful opportunity for Vincent aficionados the world over.
Philip Vincent created his eponymous brand of motorcycle by purchasing the existing manufacturer HRD in 1928. The company’s now famous Phil Irving-penned Vincent V-twin engine first appeared in the Series A Rapide of 1936. The model progressed through B, C and finally D iterations, of which the sale motorcycle is an example. By the time of its manufacture in 1955, the post-war motorcycle boom had declined due to the advent of affordable new motorcars, and the company was sadly forced to close after little more than 500 examples had been made, making ‘UYC 492’ a rare as well as highly desirable motorcycle.
In summary:
- A rare and highly desirable example of a much-vaunted model
- The subject of a superlative five-year restoration, completed in 2012
- Just 23,938 miles covered in 66 years
Location of Vehicle - Nunthorpe, Middlesborough
'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.
Estimated at £40,000 - £42,000Registration - UYC 492
Chassis No. - RDR909
M.O.T. - Exempt
Odometer - 23,938
Vincent has long since been the marque of choice for a high percentage of discerning motorcycle collectors and good examples have been commanding ever higher prices for many years. ‘UYC 492’ is more than good, having had the benefit of a five-year long nut and bolt rebuild that was completed in 2012, since when its use has been limited to the occasional club event. The engine work alone represents an investment of £11,000 and it is hard to see how the condition of this splendid machine could be improved upon. Finished in Vincent’s trademark black, the Rapide wears its years and 23,938 miles with disdain. A wonderful opportunity for Vincent aficionados the world over.
Philip Vincent created his eponymous brand of motorcycle by purchasing the existing manufacturer HRD in 1928. The company’s now famous Phil Irving-penned Vincent V-twin engine first appeared in the Series A Rapide of 1936. The model progressed through B, C and finally D iterations, of which the sale motorcycle is an example. By the time of its manufacture in 1955, the post-war motorcycle boom had declined due to the advent of affordable new motorcars, and the company was sadly forced to close after little more than 500 examples had been made, making ‘UYC 492’ a rare as well as highly desirable motorcycle.
In summary:
- A rare and highly desirable example of a much-vaunted model
- The subject of a superlative five-year restoration, completed in 2012
- Just 23,938 miles covered in 66 years
Location of Vehicle - Nunthorpe, Middlesborough
'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: Online Auction of Classic Cars, Motorbikes, Registrations & Automobilia, 26th Jun, 2021
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