The Ivan Kessell Collection, c.1919 Gnome-Rhone 125cc Frame no. unable to locate Engine no. una...

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2,000 GBP

24Bid(s)

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2,200 GBP

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Estimate

1,200 - 1,800 GBP

Buyer's premium

19 %

Timed auction

6h 45m

Lot location

Milton Keynes, United Kingdom

The Ivan Kessell Collection c.1919 Gnome-Rhone 125cc Registration no. not registered Frame no. unable to locate Engine no. unable to locate One of the most famous aero engine manufacturers of WWI, Gnome & Rhone was forced to diversify after the conflict's end and introduced its first motorcycle in 1919, building the Granville Bradshaw-designed ABC under licence. In 1923 the firm introduced single-cylinder power units of its own manufacture, pioneering the use of unitary construction for engine/gearbox, and in the 1930s produced a range of BMW-influenced transverse flat-twins with pressed-steel frames. There were singles too, of course, which featured pressed-steel frames like the larger twins. An older restoration, this rare Gnome-Rhone lightweight has been on long-term museum display and will require recommissioning, or possibly more extensive restoration, before further use and thus is sold strictly as viewed. It is not known when Ivan Kessell purchased the machine, but it was probably acquired during the late 1970s/early 1980s like many of the others in the collection. There are no documents with this Lot. Key not required Footnotes: 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. REQUEST A TRANSPORT QUOTE Please click the link to request a transport quote from our recommended transport company, Moving Motorcycles. To request a UK or European shipping quote - Moving Motorcycles To request an International shipping quote - Shippio Lot to be sold without reserve. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing

Bonhams Unit 4 Lakeview, Bond Avenue Bletchley

Milton Keynes, United Kingdom

MK1 1FE

United Kingdom

Starts: 17 Jan 2025 12:00 GMT

Ends from: 27 Jan 2025 12:00 GMT

Auction currency	GBP
Buyer's premium	19 %
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