1959 BSA 497cc A7SS Registration no. 395 HKL Frame no. GA7.1241 Engine no. CA7SS (see text) Announced in September 1946, the A7 was BSA's first production parallel twin. In 1951 the engine was extensively revised along the lines of the newly introduced Bert Hopwood-designed A10 650, and then in 1954 BSA's twins range was greatly expanded with the arrival of four new models featuring swinging-arm rear suspension. The introduction of the new duplex frame meant that the original A7's bolted-up gearbox had to go, but otherwise the engine remained much as before, though the new sports 500 - the A7 Shooting Star - featured an alloy cylinder head and detachable inlet manifold. With 32bhp on tap, the A7SS was good for a top speed in excess of 90mph. Production of all A7 models ceased with the introduction of the unitary construction A50 in 1962. This BSA A7SS was purchased by the private vendor in 1997 (the vendor had sold their original A7SS back in 1962 to have enough money for the deposit on a house). A regular entrant in rallies and shows in the Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Hertfordshire areas, the BSA has been stored in the owner's heated garage since acquisition and annually maintained. Following a period of inactivity, this motorcycle will require recommissioning and/or restoration to a greater or lesser extent and thus is sold strictly as viewed. It should be noted that the HPI report lists the colour/previous colour as Black (whereas on the V5 the colour is listed as Green). Additionally, the HPI report/V5 list the engine number 'CA7SS6852', whereas the number stamped on the engine is 'CA7SS' (prefix only), the serial number apparently removed. Prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves with regard to this motorcycle's completeness, authenticity, originality and mechanical condition prior to bidding. Accompanying documents include the following: •Old-style V5 Registration Document (part) •1997 purchase receipt •BSA instruction manual •Various invoices/bills Key not required Footnotes: BUYER'S PREMIUM The Buyer's Premium for this Lot is 15%+VAT on the first £500k of the Hammer Price, and 12%+VAT on the balance thereafter. All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. CONDITIONS OF SALE, AUCTION INFORMATION & GUIDE FOR BUYERS Please see the 'CONDITIONS OF SALE, AUCTION INFORMATION & GUIDE FOR BUYERS' at the top of the main sale page (Motorcycles Online - The Spring Sale) for all pertinent information regarding bidder's obligations, viewing, bidding, payment, post-sale collection & transportation. REQUEST A TRANSPORT QUOTE To request a UK or European Motorcycle shipping quote visit Moving Motorcycles. To request an International Motorcycle shipping quote visit Shippio. To request a Memorabilia and Spares shipping quote visit Mail Boxes Etc - Milton Keynes. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing