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.
During the early 1950s, Vincent were at the top of their game and the Series C Black Shadow represented the pinnacle of British motorcycling
Capable of 120mph, it was easily the fastest vehicle on the roads in post-war Britain
Still an icon today and sought after by enthusiasts and collectors alike
Presented in fully restored condition and in good running order
Correct numbers and history going back to its first owner
Originally sold to Rab Cook in Scotland who featured the bike in the Motor Cycling magazine in 1954, copy included
Owned by Vincent enthusiast, John Kinley, from 1962 to 2018 when it was bought by our vendor
Was used by John as a daily rider and raced by him with a sidecar
Fitted with a front disc (fitted by Vincent Spares Company) and Craven panniers
Original brake drums included
Huge history file
Great example of this iconic machine
UK-registered on a V5C
