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£6,000

Offline Auction

1965 Scott Swift Special 500cc For Sale by Auction

  • 1965
  • KYY445C
  • Dealer
  • GB
    United Kingdom

Description

This lot will be auctioned via Iconic Auctioneers, The Iconic Sale at MCN London Motorcycle Show 2025 on Sunday the 16th of February, Excel London, Royal Victoria Dock, London, E16 1XL.
The original Scott Flying Squirrel was launched in 1926 and production ran until 1940
Even with TT success in 1929, the model experienced slow sales and production waned
This well known 'Scott Special' was built by talented Scott enthusiast, the late Bruce Simpson
Built between 2003 and 2005 and UK-registered early 2006
Based on an earlier Scott 350 frame with the super rare 500cc twin-carb Scott Swift engine with a Matchless gearbox
The forks, rear swing arm, wheels and brakes are from a Suzuki RGV250
Described at the time by Bruce as 'a Scott for the 2000s'
Complete with an extensive history file documenting the build along with a magazine article where the bike has been featured
Also included are old MOTs, numerous receipts and awards
Presented in running order although hasn't been used for a while, so may require some recommissioning before use
Great example of motorcycle engineering and a must-have for any serious Scott Collection
UK-registered on a current V5C

Vehicle location

The Forge, Harwoods House, Banbury Rd, Ashorne, Leamington Spa, CV35 0AA
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Advert Details

Category:
Motorcycles
Region:
NOT STATED
Reference number:
C1827302
Listed on:
19/01/2025
Make:
Scott
Year:
1965
Seller type:
Auctioneer

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