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Offline Tim2005

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Bit of a sad sight
« on: December 12, 2011, 03:04:10 PM »
This Vincent is a bit sad to see with the damage, but I'm sure that in view of its value it will be rebuilt

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/190609801963?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

Offline heffay

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Re: Bit of a sad sight
« Reply #1 on: December 12, 2011, 03:13:45 PM »
Is it a 49 or 51?  Either way, it took a long time to die, hope it comes back to life soon, still beautiful.
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Offline Terry in Australia

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Re: Bit of a sad sight
« Reply #2 on: December 14, 2011, 10:15:18 PM »
Yep, it is sad, it must have been a very special bike before the crash, but many enthusiasts would rather have these iconic bikes out on the road, and so there's always a risk that a crash might occur. Good thing is that while genuine spares are rare and expensive, the aftermarket industry and specialist repairers for Vincents is alive and well, so I've no doubt that this one will be returning to it's former glory soon. Cheers, Terry. ;D
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