Description
H&H Classic Auction @ National Motorcycle Museum | Solihull, West Midlands
30th Oct, 2024 13:00
1959 Triumph T100
Owned for 52 years
Estimate
£2, 000 - £3, 000
Registration No: 133 GKL
Frame No: 028499
MOT: Exempt
Purchased in 1972
Owned for the last 52 years
Some battle scars
Originally introduced for the 1939 season, the Triumph Tiger 100 quickly became a symbol of British engineering excellence. This particular 1959 model, purchased by the current vendor in 1972, showcases the evolution of the Tiger 100 series. In 1950, the head and barrel were upgraded to aluminium castings, and by 1957, it featured a twin port head. The pre-unit construction was eventually replaced by a unit construction machine for the 1960 model year.
The vendor used this T100 for commuting to college and work before it was laid up for many years after acquiring a car. Later, the vendor and a friend restored the bike, bringing it back to life for occasional rides and VMCC events. This well-maintained machine has been a reliable companion. An interesting note is the discrepancy in the engine and frame numbers, with the continuation logbook showing ‘028199’ and the current V5C showing ‘028499’. This is likely a ‘typo’ error in the logbook. The stamping appears correct, and a letter from TOMCC confirms the engine/ chassis number belongs to ‘133 GKL’. Included in the sale are a Dating Certificate from TOMCC and the current V5C.
