Description
This motorcycle is Lot 258 to be auctioned by Bonhams at The Autumn Stafford Sale (The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show) on 12 & 13 October, please see the Bonhams website for full details.
Auction Timings:
Lots 1 - 176 are to be sold from 11:00 on Saturday 12th October 2024.
Lots 201 - 429 are to be sold from 11:00 on Sunday 13th October 2024.
Public Viewing:
Available 12th & 13th October 2024 from 09:00 until 17:00, at The Stafford County Showground (The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show).
Lot 258
1947 Scott 596cc Flying Squirrel
Registration no. HTB 538
Frame no. 4754
Engine no. DPY 4853
Introduced in 1925, Scott's Flying Squirrel sports roadster came in 498cc and 596cc capacities, the latter being the most expensive model in the range. Subsequent improvements included the duplex frame and bigger brakes first seen on the works bikes in 1926, and the magneto-platform Pilgrim pump adopted for the 1927 TT machines. The Flying Squirrel took on more of a touring role in the 1930s, being further updated with a detachable cylinder head, Brampton forks, and a foot-change gearbox. The Flying Squirrel was little changed when production resumed in 1946, although the double-sided front brake was a new feature and the pre-war girders were soon replaced with a Dowty telescopic fork.
Our vendor purchased this Flying Squirrel in 2018; other than cleaning the machine he has not done any work on it. Following a very serious water skiing accident last summer, which put him out of action for a few months, the vendor has decided to start reducing the size of his collection, hence the sale of this Scott. Last run circa 2021/ 2022, the machine comes with a current V5C Registration Certificate.
All lots are sold 'as is/ where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. Visit the Bonhams Motorcycles website for all pertinent auction information.
