Registration No: NV 973
Frame No: 80138182
MOT: Exempt

• From a deceased estate
• Ideal lightweight Vintage machine
• Current V5C on file and at no reserve

New Imperial was a short-lived company, founded in Birmingham around 1900. Serious production started in 1912. By the mid 1920s New Imperial Motors Ltd was doing well and making about 300 machines a month, but they suffered during the depression of the 1930s and in 1938 their founder Norman Downes died, they went into liquidation in 1939. Despite attempts by various parties to buy the company, production ceased in 1939 when the war started. The Model 2 was termed “the popular mount” for its all-round characteristics. It had a three-speed hand change gearbox, a top speed of approximately 55mph and a fuel consumption was given as 120mpg.

This 1932 Model 2 had a long-term previous owner who purchased it in the 1980s. It was restored by the late owner during the 1980s/90s. It has seen little use since its completion and has been stored for a few years, therefore, some recommissioning is advised before use. It is being offered with a current V5C, some New Imperial literature and a number of handwritten letters.

For more information, please contact:
Mike Davis
mike.davis@handh.co.uk
07718 584217