1977 MZ 250 Supa 5

No Reserve*

Reg No: UPD 566S Frame No: 3682255

CC: 250 Engine No: 2321255

MOT: Exempt

• Authentically presented and original MZ 250 Supa 5

• Solidly built example of this East German classic

• Supplied with a current V5C

Motorrad und Zweiradwerk was an East German motorcycle manufacturer located in Zschopau, Saxony better known as MZ. Established early in the last century they were at the forefront of two stroke development in the 1950s with their renowned engineer Walter Kaaden developing concepts copied by the Japanese in later years. His understanding of gas flow and resonance enabled him to make the first engine to achieve 200bhp/litre with his 1961 125cc racer. During the communist era they typified solid reliable Iron Curtain transport and by 1983 the two millionth motorcycle had rolled off the conveyor belt. Not many have survived in original condition in the UK.

This standard and original 250 Supa 5, part of a deceased estate and being offered at ‘no reserve’, was bought by the vendor in 2007 and has not seen much use since. Not run for many years, the points cover is loose and it looks like some attention was being given to the points area in recent times so some recommissioning will be needed. It comes supplied with a current V5C.

1953 Sunbeam S8

Estimate: £3,500 - £4,500*

Reg No: TXS 276 Frame No: 7541/4B

CC: 350 Engine No: 7541/4

MOT: Exempt

• A nicely mellowed Sunbeam S8

• Restored a few years ago

• Running well

The Sunbeam S7 and S8 are British motorcycles designed by Erling Poppe with styling loosely based on the BMW R75 designs that were acquired as war reparations by BSA (full rights to the Sunbeam brand had been acquired from AMC in 1943). The S8, without altering the basic design, incorporated slimmer wheels of then standard sports machine sizes and had narrower mudguards to suit. The lighter weight and improved handling revealed what a good machine the S8 really was and sales quickly improved.

The Sunbeam S8 on offer was restored a few years ago by the previous owner who used it since its completion. We have been informed that it is running well and rides as it should. It comes complete with a current V5C.