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- 1953 Vincent Series C Rapide with Steib Sidecar 998cc
1953 Vincent Series C Rapide with Steib Sidecar 998cc
Lot Number: 583
1953 Vincent Series C Rapide with Steib Sidecar 998cc
Part of the Jim Richardson Collection. A Series C Rapide attached to a period correct Steib sidecar, correct numbers and a known bike that's well set up for touring, with plenty of luggage space. Will need some recommissioning prior to use on the road. A unique opportunity.
- ESTIMATE: £15,000 - £25,000
+ 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
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REG NUMBER
FAN 860
SUMMARY
Part of the Jim Richardson Collection. A Series C Rapide attached to a period correct Steib sidecar, correct numbers and a known bike that's well set up for touring, with plenty of luggage space. Will need some recommissioning prior to use on the road. A unique opportunity.
DESCRIPTION
- Offered here is a rare and highly collectible Vincent Rapide Series C paired with a period-correct Steib sidecar, exemplifying the pinnacle of post-war British motorcycling
- The Vincent twin-cylinder Rapide, produced between 1936 and 1955, was powered by Vincent’s legendary 998cc V-twin engine, delivering around 55bhp and capable of speeds exceeding 110mph – exceptional performance for its era
- The addition of the Steib sidecar transforms this iconic motorcycle into a stylish and practical touring machine, historically favoured by riders seeking both speed and passenger comfort
- German-made Steib sidecars are renowned for quality and styling with a spacious single-seat cabin and proper suspension
- Part of Jim Richardson's collection and well set up for touring, with plenty of luggage space
- UK-registered with a current V5C (Historic) and transferable registration. Supplied with a folder of paperwork, including some old invoices
- Will need some recommissioning prior to use on the road
- With very limited production and surviving examples increasingly rare, this combination represents a unique opportunity to acquire a genuine piece of British motorcycling heritage, enhanced by one of the finest sidecar marques of the period
- Correct front and rear frame, engine and crank case pairing numbers
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 583
- Make
- VINCENT
- Model
- SERIES C RAPIDE COMBINATION
- Registration Number
- FAN 860
- Frame Number
- RC/11579B
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Engine Number
- F10AB/1/9679
GALLERY
SPECIALIST
Dan Towers
- Motorcycle Consultant
- 07973 859602
- dan@iconicauctioneers.com
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Please note all motorcycles must be out of the venue by 2pm on Monday 10th November due to venue restrictions. We will contact buyers after the sale to arrange either collection or transport with Moving Motorcycles.
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