Over 100 Years of NZ Motorcycling History On View This Week

Over 100 Years of New Zealand Motorcycling History Goes On View This Week

Classic Motorcycles and Cars of the Day – 19 Oct 6:30pm

One of the most anticipated events on the motor enthusiast's calendar is Webb’s Classic Motorcycle and Car Auction. This event attracts extensive local and international interest and following the success of the March event, once again Webb’s Managing Director Neil Campbell has gathered some truly historic works of industrial design, spanning more than 100 year of New Zealand motorcycling history.

From the remarkably original 1905 Minerva, coming with its original purchase receipt and three generations of family history, to the Grand Prix raced Bultaco direct from the legendary New Zealand race pilot Ginger Molloy’s lifetime collection. The other highly desirable and extremely rare race bike is the 1975 RG500 XR14. The XR14 was made famous by Barry Sheene who won 3 World Championships.

No doubt the collection of immaculate and exemplary late-1960s’ and early-1970s’ Hondas will attract a great deal of attention, so too will the pristine examples of mid-70s’ Triumphs. As Campbell states; “brand-new stock from this period rarely, if ever, comes to the open market so this is a fantastic opportunity for new collectors”.

On the rarity front, the circa-1912 Calthorpe is thought to be one of four in existence in the world.

The 1930s are also well represented with the iconic OK Supreme bronze-head race bike, having been restored by one of the worlds greatest period restorers; England’s Hughie Hancox.

Webb’s are also proud to be offering the late Don Gordon’s collection of vintage motorcycles which as Campbell says, simply represents a man who loved riding fine bikes with good people.

“It has been a complete pleasure working with the current custodians of these remarkable machines and we’re now looking forward to sharing the collection with everyone; from the established or new collector to those who simply appreciate industrial design and the 20th century’s fascination with combustion technology and its application to spirited travel and intrepid velocity. Join us from this Friday to view the collection at SHED 5, up until the Auction on 19 October – enjoy and don’t miss out – good luck!” says Neil Campbell.

AUCTION Classic Motorcycles and Cars of the Day – 19 Oct 6:30pm
PREVIEW Friday 7 Oct, 6pm - 9pm
The auction and viewing is to be held at Shed 5, Top Deck, 90 Wellesley Street, Auckland

Visit www.webbs.co.nz for more information.

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