Offered from the estate of the late Len Clutterbuck c.1939 Velocette 249cc GTP Registration no. BUT 210 Frame no. GBB7505 Engine no. GB7437 The first machine to bear the name 'Velocette' was a two-stroke, differentiating it from the larger, four-stroke Veloce, and the type was an almost permanent fixture of the Hall Green range until WW2. The ultimate expression of Velocette's two-stroke line - the GTP - appeared in 1930. Unlike many of its contemporaries, it was not a 'built-to-a-price' utility model but a sporting lightweight of advanced design incorporating coil ignition and pumped lubrication controlled by the throttle. Early models had the three-speed hand-change gearbox, later ones the four-speed foot-change type, and all employed the characteristic slim-line Velocette clutch. This GTP was purchased by Len in 1982 and restored by him in the late 1980s. No previous history is known. Featured in the 1986 Velocette Owners' Club calendar (pictured on the Club stand at Silverstone), the GTP has not been run since the restoration. Following a period of inactivity, recommissioning or possibly more extensive restoration will be required before further use and thus this motorcycle is sold strictly as viewed (the engine turns over and there is a spark). The machine is offered with a V5C Registration Certificate; an invoice for parts; the 1982 purchase receipt; and some post-restoration photographs. 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