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1953 Nimbus Model C

Silverstone Auctions - The NEC Classic Motor Show Sale Motorcycles 2022
Birmingham, 13 November
  • Year of manufacture 
    1953
  • Motorcycle type 
    Street
  • Engine number 
    12390
  • Lot number 
    18964
  • Condition 
    Used
  • Colour  
    Other
  • Location
    United Kingdom
  • Performance 
    49 PS / 37 kW / 49 BHP

Description

  • Built in Denmark and designed originally by the company founder, Pedar Fiskar
  • Somewhat utilitarian and aimed at the Military and municipal market
  • Inline-four', fabulous exposed valve springs, shaft-driven and mated to a four-speed gearbox
  • 12,000 made with circa 5,000 remaining
  • Mostly original and unrestored condition. In good running order. UK-registered on a current V5C
  • Finished in its original colour of Withered Green and geared for solo use
  • History file included that contains a Nimbus manual, some associated paperwork and a June 2018 copy of The Classic Motorcycle that features the bike