Description
National Motorcycle Museum | Solihull, West Midlands
Viewing: Tuesday 25th March from 1pm
Auction: Wednesday 26th March from 9am
Location: National Motorcycle Museum, Coventry Road, Bickenhill, Solihull B92 0EJ
1958 Triumph Bonneville 'Tangerine Dream'
Very early 'Bonnie'
Estimate
£7, 000 - £9, 000
Registration No: 991 XVB
Frame No: 022871
MOT: Exempt
Restored to a high standard some years ago
Very early December 1958 build with dating letter included
Correct matching numbers machine
Very collectable and sought after
Arguably the most famous name in motorcycling, Edward Turner’s design swansong for Triumph in 1958 turned out to be his masterpiece. It was the Bonneville T120, featuring incredible performance and perfect proportions, it’s regarded by many as the definitive British classic. It was named the Bonneville after Triumph's historic 214mph landspeed record in 1956 which in turn inspired a whole new generation of cafe racers. It took John Hartle to victory at the Isle of Man TT and broke records in 1969 when Malcolm Uphill pushed his 'Bonnie' over the 100mph average lap time.
This 1958 Triumph T120 'Tangerine Dream' is a very early example, having been built in December 1958 (Dating Certificate on file). Restored approximately 10 years ago by a previous owner, it has been used regularly until 2020, when it was purchased by the current vendor and has been run-up regularly since ownership. Some recommissioning is required before putting it back on the road. The Triumph comes complete with a current V5C and a Dating Certificate.
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Parking and entry into the auction is free for auction attendees with a catalogue, available at the door.
