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1960 Norton Dominator 88 497cc

Lot Number: 949

1960 Norton Dominator 88 497cc

A well restored, matching numbers example of the classic Norton Dominator 88, presented in a striking red and white paint scheme and fitted with period panniers.

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

REG NUMBER
197 BOX

SUMMARY

A well restored, matching numbers example of the classic Norton Dominator 88, presented in a striking red and white paint scheme and fitted with period panniers.

DESCRIPTION

Produced between 1952 and 1966, this was the first Norton model to use the featherbed frame
The Bert Hopwood-designed machine was 20% more expensive than any of its rivals at the time
This very well restored, matching numbers example is presented in very good overall condition
Restored to its current condition by its previous owner
Good overall condition and fitted with period panniers
Part of a large collection and not used for some time
Will require some recommissioning before road use, engine turns easily with good compression
UK-registered from new
Supplied with a current V5C

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number: 949
Make: NORTON
Model: DOMINATOR 88
Registration Number: 197 BOX
Frame Number: R122 88221
MOT Expiry: Exempt
Engine Number: 88221 122R

GALLERY

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Mark Bryan
Motorcycle Manager
07958 107974
mark@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.

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