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- The Iconic Motorcycle Sale at Shuttleworth 2026
- 1959 BSA DBD34 Gold Star 499cc
1959 BSA DBD34 Gold Star 499cc
Lot Number: 143
1959 BSA DBD34 Gold Star 499cc
Hap Alzina Racing, US-export model BSA DBD34 Gold Star, in restored condition, running recently and complete with good history file including its original California title.
- ESTIMATE: £8,000 - £10,000
+ 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 19th April, 2026 at 11.00am local time at Shuttleworth, Old Warden Park, Beds, SG18 9EP
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REG NUMBER
702 XUM
SUMMARY
Hap Alzina Racing, US-export model BSA DBD34 Gold Star, in restored condition, running recently and complete with good history file including its original California title.
DESCRIPTION
- Iconic 1950s British single-cylinder motorcycle, renowned for performance and its racing pedigree
- 499cc overhead valve single cylinder engine, delivering strong power and distinctive character
- Classic 'Gold Star' status, named after the award for lapping Brooklands at over 100mph
- Lightweight frame and handling, making it a favourite for both road and track riders
- This US-export Clubmans model was shipped new to Alzina Racing in California in December 1959
- Engine number 2176 was shipped in 1956 to Alzina Racing in a rigid framed race model frame #393
- Presented in restored condition, running recently but will require some basic recommissioning before road use
- Complete with history file containing dating letter, BSA model information, old V5C, original California title and other associated paperwork
- Current owner since 2008
- UK-registered on a current V5C
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 143
- Make
- BSA
- Model
- DBD34 GOLD STAR
- Registration Number
- 702 XUM
- Frame Number
- CB32 9290
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Engine Number
- DBD34 GS 2176
GALLERY
SPECIALIST
Mark Bryan
- Motorcycle Manager
- 07958 107974
- mark@iconicauctioneers.com
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Please note due to venue restrictions we need to be clear of the venue by 2pm on Monday 20th April.
Motorcycles can be collected from Hangar 4, Old Warden Aerodrome, Biggleswade, SG18 9EP between 9am and 2pm on Monday 20th April
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