Norton - Manx - Watsonian Sidecar - 1953
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€ 11,000
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Selected by Davide Marelli
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Estimate € 33,000 - € 37,000
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Norton Manx motorcycle from 1953 with Featherbed frame 48800 and 11M 48800 engine, located in Italy, in very good condition after a high‑level restoration and accompanied by an authentic Watsonian sidecar to restore.
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Piece of sporting motorcycle history: a Norton Manx from circa 1953 (Frame series 48800). This example hails from the golden era of the introduction of the “short stroke” engine, mounted on the legendary Featherbed frame.
Motorcycle condition
The motorcycle has undergone a high-level conservative and mechanical restoration. The twin-cam engine has been overhauled in accordance with the original specifications of the era. The cycle parts and bodywork (tank and fairings) are in excellent condition, ready to be displayed in a collection or used in historic events (re-enactments, Historic GPs).
Sidecar: Together with the motorcycle is included an authentic period racing sidecar. The sidecar is currently awaiting restoration, representing a unique opportunity for an enthusiast to bring back on track or on display a complete competition outfit with an invaluable original patina.
Year: 1953 Model: 30M (11M = 500cc Twin-Cam)
Frame: Featherbed (Series 48800)
Motorcycle condition: Restored (Very good)
Sidecar condition: To restore (complete and authentic)
The Norton Manx is renowned for its handling and for its successes at the Tourist Trophy. The Sidecar: Authentic Watsonian Sidecar, the “torpedo” trailer that dominated sidecar racing in the 1950s. The Series C frame confirms its belonging to Watsonian’s specialist production of that era. The sidecar is preserved and to be restored, offering the perfect complement to a motorcycle already perfect.
The combination with an original sidecar from the same period makes this lot extremely rare on the international market.
Seller's Story
I am selling a car.
Translated by Google TranslatePiece of sporting motorcycle history: a Norton Manx from circa 1953 (Frame series 48800). This example hails from the golden era of the introduction of the “short stroke” engine, mounted on the legendary Featherbed frame.
Motorcycle condition
The motorcycle has undergone a high-level conservative and mechanical restoration. The twin-cam engine has been overhauled in accordance with the original specifications of the era. The cycle parts and bodywork (tank and fairings) are in excellent condition, ready to be displayed in a collection or used in historic events (re-enactments, Historic GPs).
Sidecar: Together with the motorcycle is included an authentic period racing sidecar. The sidecar is currently awaiting restoration, representing a unique opportunity for an enthusiast to bring back on track or on display a complete competition outfit with an invaluable original patina.
Year: 1953 Model: 30M (11M = 500cc Twin-Cam)
Frame: Featherbed (Series 48800)
Motorcycle condition: Restored (Very good)
Sidecar condition: To restore (complete and authentic)
The Norton Manx is renowned for its handling and for its successes at the Tourist Trophy. The Sidecar: Authentic Watsonian Sidecar, the “torpedo” trailer that dominated sidecar racing in the 1950s. The Series C frame confirms its belonging to Watsonian’s specialist production of that era. The sidecar is preserved and to be restored, offering the perfect complement to a motorcycle already perfect.
The combination with an original sidecar from the same period makes this lot extremely rare on the international market.
Seller's Story
I am selling a car.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Brand
Norton
Model type
Manx - Watsonian Sidecar
Year of first registration
1953
Condition
Very good
Registration papers
Invoice with engine number and frame number
Frame number
48800 (see last photo)
Engine number
11M 48800
Located in country
Italy
CoC (Certificate of Conformity) present
No
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Catawiki always aims to offer you the best possible buying experience. Our experts virtually review and select every vehicle in line with our submission guidelines and we require our sellers to provide the most accurate description of the vehicle. However, providing a fully detailed analysis of the vehicle is extremely difficult, and close to impossible. To guide you, we ask our sellers to provide information about the vehicle’s condition. Please consider that most vehicles for sale are classic vehicles and they often already have a whole life behind them, meaning that even a condition 1 or 2 vehicle might need maintenance to be ready for the road. It is advised to carefully read our submission guidelines that further describe details about the condition grades and types to manage your expectations. Cars are sold “as is”, meaning as described and in the condition they are in at the time of the sale and without any representation, warranty or assumption of liability of any kind as to the condition by Catawiki or by the seller. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from yours, your local garage, or the dealer’s opinion. This does not automatically mean the car does not conform to its description. Before bidding, please check your local legislation regarding vehicle registration. Neither the seller nor Catawiki is responsible for the registration of the vehicle in your country and will not accept a cancellation for your failure to register the vehicle. We also recommend that, if possible, you arrange a viewing with the seller before placing a bid.
