The Anthony R. East Classic Motorcycle Collection, 1960 Matchless 650cc G12 CSR Frame no. A75603...

The Anthony R. East Classic Motorcycle Collection 1960 Matchless 650cc G12 CSR Registration no. 4612 MK Frame no. A75603 Engine no. 60/G12 CSRx4034 'Largest, fastest and most powerful machine in the current Matchless range, the 650cc G12CSR is essentially designed for sport. This its specification - tuned motor, siamesed pipes, good ground clearance and semi-competition equipment - shows at a glance. But it is also at home under normal road conditions. Here, in fact, is a dual-purpose mount.' – Motor Cycling. Announced in 1948 and progressively developed thereafter, AMC's twins had already undergone a number of capacity increases before finally arriving at 646cc in the autumn of 1958 with the launch of the AJS Model 31 and Matchless G12. The new range-topping sports roadsters were typed 'CSR', a designation first used on the superseded 600cc versions. Motor Cycling managed a top speed of 108.5mph from 'their' G12CSR while fuel consumption averaged 51mpg over the course of the 500-mile test. Acquired by Tony East in 1988, this CSR was sold new by Slocombe's of Neasden and comes with its original logbook showing continuous taxation until 1967. A photocopy V5 records an Edward Siggry of Godalming owning the machine in 1974. Restored throughout, the Matchless has gearbox number M28117, currently displays a total of 1,324 miles on the odometer and comes with Bryan Small restoration invoice for £3,328. Additional documentation consists of SORN paperwork; a quantity of MoTs (most recent expired 2008); old/current V5C Registration Certificates; and a hand-written list of the aforementioned restoration works. Footnotes: All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. Lot to be sold without reserve. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com