A 1937 New Imperial Model 46 De-Luxe, registration number HL...

Hammer

£4,500

A 1937 New Imperial Model 46 De-Luxe, registration number HL 8578, frame number 35307, engine number 43210, maroon/chrome. New Imperial were unsurpassed for innovation during the 1930’s introducing models with full unitary construction of the engine and gearbox and pivoted fork rear suspension to name just a few innovations. They also found great success in competition, with one of their many successes being the last British built machine to win the lightweight 250 TT (in 1936). The 350 cc Model 46 was introduced in 1936 along side its 250 cc Model 36 stable mate. They both featured new overhead valve unit construction engines. Initially they were both built with rigid frames, for 1937 the De-Luxe gained sprung rear frames, foot change gearbox, mag-dynamo ignition/lighting, chrome plated fuel tank and valance mudguards. This Model 46 De-Luxe was built in 1937 and was first registered in December 1939. A matching numbers machine which has been rebuilt by our vendor from a basket case, retaining as much originality as possible, but will require some final fettling. Noteworthy works carried out included the rebuilding of the engine with new big and main bearings, re-bore with new piston and rings, reconditioned oil pump, rebuilt magneto, new Burlem Amal carburettor, new exhaust downpipes and silencers, powder coated frame, rebuilt wheels with new bearings, stainless steel spokes and new tubes and tyres, plus numerous other components. The motorcycle will be offered for auction with a history file containing receipts and a letter from the vendor outlining works carried out. RF60, V5C, MOT and tax exempt See illustrations