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- 1966 Triumph 6T Thunderbird 649cc
1966 Triumph 6T Thunderbird 649cc
Lot Number: 907
1966 Triumph 6T Thunderbird 649cc
Last year of production, matching numbers, Triumph 6T Thunderbird, presented in running order and benefiting from a recent engine rebuild.
- ESTIMATE: £2,000 - £4,000
+ 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
KKB 52D
SUMMARY
Last year of production, matching numbers, Triumph 6T Thunderbird, presented in running order and benefiting from a recent engine rebuild.
DESCRIPTION
- Launched in 1949 and followed on from the popular 500 Speed Twin
- Fitted with a bigger 650cc engine and very much aimed at the US-market
- Made famous by Marlon Brando riding one in The Wild Ones
- This older restored unit example is presented in good overall condition
- Recent engine rebuild with receipts and in running order
- 1966 was the final year of production as the Bonneville and Trophy were more popular
- Small history file with model history notes and numerous receipts
- UK-registered from new and complete with a current V5C
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 907
- Make
- TRIUMPH
- Model
- 6T THUNDERBIRD
- Registration Number
- KKB 52D
- Frame Number
- DU 44323
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Engine Number
- DU 44323
GALLERY
SPECIALIST
Mark Bryan
- Motorcycle Manager
- 07958 107974
- mark@iconicauctioneers.com
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