Classic Bikes for sale: 1960

1960 MATCHLESS MOTORCYCLE G2CS, THIS IS NOT A RUNNING MOTORCYCLE BUT A PROJECT THAT HAS MOST OF THE PARTS INCLUDED 1960 Matchless G2CS motorcycle. It does not allow me to just pick Matchless. However Matchless was bought out by Norton in the 1960's. The 250 motor. I have a green Michigan title for it. I have the original certificate showing all parts original on motor, frame and trans. This is not running but a project bike and a total collectors item. Bike is pretty complete missing tool ... more

Triumph 6T Thunderbird project. It??s pretty much complete, although it might be missing someitems (speedo, ammeter & ignition / light switch definitely) loosely assembled and there are some additional parts with it as shown in the pictures it hasmatching factory numbers, and an age related registration number. Owned by me for around 15 years. Tax and MOTexempt
Bath-tub panel(s) needs repairing as there is some rust damage and the lefthand panel has been cut in two (see photo) so needs ... more

1960 700 super meteor ,older restoration but still in goid condition . Dome bills of work carried out . Runs good starts easy new battery . Selling on behalf of deceased estate v5 present historic status .... more

The "Ymp" - 1960 Velocette LE MkIII
200cc side-valve twin, with four-speed gearbox and kick start
I bought this bike over the winter as a project but never started it. Now another project has come along and I have to admit I won't find the time for this sweet little bike
The Velo is just as I bought it: it all appears to be there, minus the odd nut and bolt. It is essentially in one piece, except the exhaust which is in good condition and comes with the bike. It looks to me like the ... more

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French Provincial Cooking
Elizabeth David
1960
Michael Joseph : London
9" by 6 "
493pp


SUMMARY
The first edition of this important and influential volume on French cookery by Elizabeth David
First Edition, Illustrated, Publishers' Original Binding, With Dustwrapper
Overall Condition: Near Fine
This book weighs 1 KG when packed
Canada / US Postage: £ 22 99
EU Postage: £ 16 99
European ... more

Lovely example of a 500cc Venom saved from a family shed 5 years ago where it had sat since last tax elapsed in 1977
Was previously a sidecar unit (side car long sine gone) hence smaller diameter rear wheel with alloy rim and no centre stand fitted
Bike has been gone through and boasts new tyres, cables, bars etc (too much to list) but has not been used for last 3 years
registration has elapsed and not on DVLA register but original 1966 D reg can be reapplied for or an age related ... more

Triumph 650 Trophybird 1960 one of only 402 Older restoration 100% original. Balanced engine with very low miles. reconditioned competition magneto. QD headlight. Extensive build file. Been in storage, running but will need going over before putting on the road.... more

I have owned this for a few year now .with the plan of full restoration. I now need the space so won't be riding off into the sunset on this one .I believe everything is there for a full rebuild. Also buff logbook and history. Tank has been resprayed but everything else is unrestored but in good serviceable condition I am open to offers for this bike .. any questions please feel free to contact me. Thanks for looking. Mike.... more

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The Dear Deceit
Christine Brooke-Rose
1960
Secker and Warburg : London
8" by 5 "
319pp.


SUMMARY
The first edition of this scarce semi-autobiographical novel by Christine Brooke-Rose in the original dust wrapper.
First Edition, Original Binding, Publishers' Original Binding, Scarce, With Dustwrapper
Overall Condition: Near Fine
This book weighs 0 5 KG when packed
Canada / US Postage: £ 15 99
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1960 ariel leader 250cc motorbike
This bike was fully restored 3-5 years ago, then bought by my good friend for over £2500
he decided to remove the updated dragonfly electronics and refit it with the points system as he wanted originality
Unfortunately his health deteriorated and we never finished it. We did the hard part of getting the coils inside the tank / frame and fitted the points, it just wants the rectifier mounting and wires connecting. And carb putting back on - we had ... more

For sale my very nice 1960 Norton 99 Slimline Has over the years had a huge amount of money spent on it and comes with folders and reciepts to back this up Runs very well and an easy starter, has 12v electrics with a healthy charge on the amp meter Gearbox and clutch very slick and precise Ive recently added a new twin leading brake, siamese exhaust, new tyre, carb, seat cover, clutch and new forks and stantions with seals The rims are rare Dunlop alloys, with stainless spokes The tank has been ... more

1960 Capriolo 75 TV
Very rare 75cc 4 stroke original complete example of this Italian motorcycle
Even rarer are the legshields which are stamped capri 75 TV
Imported into the uk in 2022 and now fully registered in the uk as a historic vehicle
V5 present. TAX and MOT exempt.
I have had this running on a separate tank about a year ago and it ran fine and the lights / horn also work.
This is being sold as a full restoration or could be recommissioned as it is with time. ... more

Norman Lido, 50cc. Has had only one previous owner, was recently restored and is well-maintained, but I no longer have the space for it. Needs a couple standard new parts:
Woodruff key
Float bowl gasket
Ignition points
Condenser
(It has a Sachs engine, so these should be easy enough to find).
Runs on petrol / oil mix and has a chain drive type.
V5 is with the bike as well as a certificate from the East Anglian Cyclemotor Club
Collection only from Chesterfield. Cash ... more

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Paddington Helps Out
Michael Bond
1960
Collins : London
8 5" by 6"
7-127 [1] pp


SUMMARY
The first edition of Michael Bond's third Paddington Bear novel, in the original dust wrapper
First Edition, Illustrated, Publishers' Original Binding, With Dustwrapper
Overall Condition: Near Fine
This book weighs 0 5 KG when packed
Canada / US Postage: £ 15 99
EU Postage: £ 13 99
European Postage: ... more

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Twelve John Newton Chance Novels
John Newton Chance [John Lymington]
1951-1960
Macdonald; Robert Hale : London
8" by 5 5 "


SUMMARY
A lovely collection of twelve crime and detective fiction novels by John Newton Chance, each a first edition in the original dust wrapper
First Edition, Publishers' Original Binding, With Dustwrapper
Overall Condition: Very Good Indeed
This book weighs 5 KG when packed
Canada / ... more

1960 BSA A10 Rocket Goldstar Rep. 650ccexcellent runner

Here is a lovely example of a Rocket Goldstar rep.
Generally a first kick starter, this big sporty BSA sounds superb. I donot know the exact spec the engine has been built to but I can tell from theway it performs, sounds and feels that it is very sporty
The engine sounds loud and very crisp. It is very responsive. Pulls likea train, quite highly geared but with STD gearbox and touring bars andfootrests it??s very rideable... more

Tidy condition throughout with good paintwork, good wheels with new tyres. New brake cables, seat, bars and grips. Engine turns over with compression but I haven't had it running. Needs rewiring. Spare bottom end. V5 in my name. REG No is RSJ 846. Historic vehicle so no tax or Mot to worry about. Too many other projects at the moment. Needs finishing! Please study photos carefully, what you see is what you are bidding for. Happy bidding... more

1960 B S.A ROAD ROCKET, COMPLETE WITH V5 TAX AND M O.T EXEMPT As you can see from the pics its been rebuilt with lots of new parts to very high standard the new parts include, new wheels, rims ,spokes, tyres and tubes, new rear shocks, pistons, main bearings rebored barrel head ,skimmed new seats, valves springs , mag total refurb , new pipes and silencers new seat , new headlight, rewired ,its not the original tank but its in good clean condition, The bike has fire up and run but needs ... more

I am regrettably selling my 1960 Vespa Douglas 152l2 in its original burgundy paint This scooter was built under licence by Douglas in Bristol back in 1960. The Vespa still retains the hard to find original horncast badge and 'D' Grips It has been converted to 10 inch wheels, using a conversion rim on the front and has a PX 166 (Malossi kit) engine fitted It also comes with the original 8 inch front hub, stand etc. If you would like to convert back to the original 8 inch It comes fitted with a ... more

Beautiful example of a chrome racing frame 1960 Triton (Norton / Triumph)
Highly sought-after classic that will only increase in value
Alloy rims Chromed frame
Pazon electronic ignition Morgo oil pump
New pistons New carbs
New clocks New steel tank
New tyres Rebuilt engine & gearbox
Ready to go
Delivery available at extra cost to buyer
... more

This is my 1960 triumph T100a. Its had a lot of tlc since I bought it a few years ago includingNew genuine Lucas wiring harness, new period type Avon tyres and tubes (SM rear and Speedmaster front) new ignition / light switch (That was £100), new Lucas tail light, the electrics have been converted to 12 volt with a new battery, and an LED headlight bulb so can see and be seen, new brake shoes that are still bedding in. I fitted a 7 " twin leader front brake (£250 well spent) as the old single... more

This is a Norton Dominator 99 Slimline, 1960
It starts first or second kick
It has a 600cc engine which was professionally rebuilt by Terry Hobbs, a Norton Main Agent, in Plymouth. The bike was entered in the Stafford Show where it won a rosette
It has electronic ignition
It has a new main stand from the Norton Owners Club Spares but the original is available with the bike along with a spare oil tank
The bike has done 2468 miles since the rebuild, mostly to attend Norton ... more

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A Crooked Sixpence
Murray Sayle
1960
MacGibbon and Kee : London
8" by 5 "
256pp.


SUMMARY
A very scarce first edition of A Crooked Sixpence By Murray Sayle. Almost all copies were pulped after a libel writ
First Edition, Publishers' Original Binding, Very Scarce, With Dustwrapper
Overall Condition: Near Fine
This book weighs 0 5 KG when packed
Canada / US Postage: £ 15 99
EU Postage: £ 13 ... more

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The Alexandria Quartet: Justine; Balthazar; Mountolive; Clea
Lawrence Durrell
1957-1960
Faber : London
8 5" by 6 "
13-253; 250; 320; 287pp


SUMMARY
A complete first edition set of Lawrence Durrell's 'Alexandria Quartet', with 'Mountolive' and 'Clea' retaining their original dust wrappers
First Edition, Publishers' Original Binding, With Dustwrapper
Overall Condition: Very Good Indeed
This book weighs 4 KG when... more

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The Leopard
Giuseppe Di Lampedusa; Archibald Colquhoun
1960
Collins and Harvill Press : London
8 5" by 6 "
254, [1pp]


SUMMARY
The first English edition of Giuseppe di Lampedusa's popular and moving novel about life in Sicily
First Edition, Publishers' Original Binding, With Dustwrapper
Overall Condition: Fine
This book weighs 0 75 KG when packed
Canada / US Postage: £ 19 99
EU Postage: £ 15 ... more

This stunning 1960 Series 2 TV175 in factory Tyrrhenian blue was first imported into UK in 2001 and fully restored by Scooter Emporium London. The sales receipts and records are all present in a folder. The TV175 has recently had a full engine rebuild with Scootopia 185 kit, GP crank, new bearings and needle bearings , new 22mm carb, new stator plate and Ducati coil pack 12v ignition
An older restoration with the benefit of a recent new engine rebuild with quality parts, and still presents ... more

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The Leopard
Giuseppe di Lampedusa; Archibald Colquhoun [trans ]
1960
Collins and Harvill Press : London
8 5" by 6 "
255pp


SUMMARY
The first UK edition, first impression of Giuseppe Di Lampedusa's only novel, which chronicles Sicilian life and society during the Risorgimento
First Edition, With Dustwrapper
Overall Condition: Very Good Indeed
This book weighs 0 5 KG when packed
Canada / US Postage: £ ... more