1949 Moto Guzzi 250 Albatros 247cc - ex-Arthur Wheeler

Believed to be the ex-Arthur Wheeler Moto Guzzi Albatross (to Gambalunghino-spec). 247cc OHC single-cylinder, Reynolds frame and 4-speed gearbox. Recent high standard restoration to its current condition and complete with large history file detailing its provenance.

ESTIMATE: £25,000 - £30,000

+ buyer's premium of 15% plus VAT (18% incl VAT)

You can choose to bid in the room, by phone, online or via commission.

LIVE AUCTION: This lot will be auctioned on Sunday 9th November, 2025 at 10.00am local time at NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT

REG NUMBER
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SUMMARY

DESCRIPTION

Arthur Wheeler was a highly successful motorcycle dealer and racer, notable for his privateer exploits in GP racing
He competed in the Isle of Man Junior TT on a 350cc in 1949 and scored a win at Monza in the 250 class in 1954
This machine is believed to be one of his bikes, complete with a large history file containing numerous documents, letters and photographs
247cc OHC single-cylinder engine, Reynolds frame and 4-speed gearbox
Purchased from Arthur Wheeler and has remained in very original condition, albeit now has Norton forks
Sold in 2005 from Murrays Museum on the Isle of Man and now restored to its current condition by our vendor
An important piece of Italian and UK motorcycle racing history and presented in running order
Good addition to any Italian or race bike collection

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number: 549
Make: MOTO GUZZI
Model: ALBATROS
Registration Number: N/A
Frame Number: TBA
Engine Number: TBA

GALLERY

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Mark Bryan
Motorcycle Manager
07958 107974
mark@iconicauctioneers.com

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1949 Moto Guzzi 250 Albatros 247cc - ex-Arthur Wheeler

1949 Moto Guzzi 250 Albatros 247cc - ex-Arthur Wheeler