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- 1958 Adler Favorit 250cc
1958 Adler Favorit 250cc
Lot Number: 853
1958 Adler Favorit 250cc
A fantastic example which was restored by Adler specialist Jürgen Strohmenger in 2013 – 2014, including a full engine rebuild. Still presented in very good condition throughout, although not used for a few years and will require recommissioning prior to a return to the road.
- ESTIMATE: £3,000 - £5,000
+ 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 22nd February, 2026 at 11.00am local time at Stoneleigh Park, Stoneleigh Rd, Coventry, CV8 2LG
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REG NUMBER
748 FPH
SUMMARY
A fantastic example which was restored by Adler specialist Jürgen Strohmenger in 2013 – 2014, including a full engine rebuild. Still presented in very good condition throughout, although not used for a few years and will require recommissioning prior to a return to the road.
DESCRIPTION
- Introduced as the replacement for the celebrated MB250, the Adler Favorit represented a clear step forward for Adler in the late 1950s. While retaining the marque’s advanced two-stroke engineering ethos, the Favorit benefitted from a revised frame incorporating an improved swinging-arm rear suspension, delivering enhanced stability and comfort. With a quoted output of 16bhp and a top speed of approximately 73mph, it was a capable and refined middleweight motorcycle for its day.
- This 1958 example benefits from a comprehensive restoration carried out between 2013 and 2014 by Jürgen Strohmenger, widely regarded as one of the foremost Adler experts. The restoration included a full engine rebuild. As a result, the motorcycle remains in very good condition today.
- The previous owner cared for the Adler from 2002 until its purchase by Robin Haigh in August 2020, offering reassuring long-term ownership. Although it has not been used for several years, the bike has been well preserved and will require recommissioning before being enjoyed once more on the road
- An appealing opportunity to acquire a carefully restored and correctly prepared Adler Favorit, combining expert workmanship, known ownership history, and enduring post-war sporting character.
- Offered with V5C, restoration invoices and parts lists
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 853
- Make
- ADLER
- Model
- MB250
- Registration Number
- 748 FPH
- Frame Number
- 500583
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
GALLERY
SPECIALIST
Rob Hubbard
- Managing Director & Principal Auctioneer
- 07775 511825
- rob@iconicauctioneers.com
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Please note all motorcycles must be out of the venue by 2pm on Monday 23 February due to venue restrictions. We will contact buyers after the sale to arrange either collection or transport with Moving Motorcycles.
Uplift by our motorcycle transport partners, Moving Motorcycles back to their storage facility in Northampton. £125 plus VAT. Storage will then be charged at £10 plus VAT per day.
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