12.3 Miles – 1970 Velocette Thruxton

In England, Sport by AbhiLeave a Comment

Over 50 years ago, Velocette set a 24 hour record for 500cc bikes with their Venom. Impressively, the record still stands today – and if you want more information on this, you should head on over to the the Vintagent. This example hasn’t had a chance to set any speed records, however, as it has done just 12.3 miles. The seller’s father apparently had the bike delivered to his home in a crate, rode it once, then parked it.

Velocette Thruxton - Tank

The seller’s son acquired the bike after the original owner passed away. He had some of the cosmetics re-done, the tires replaced, and installed Hagon shocks in the rear. Unfortunately, it does not have a key. This is an odd listing – in some ways the bike is like new, but it also hasn’t been ridden in 40+ years and some of the photos make the bike seem like it’s done a bit more than 12 miles. On top of all of that, the asking price is significant.

Velocette Thruxton - Gauges

The seller says “this is the closest you’ll ever come to buying a 1970 Velocette Thruxton off the showroom floor,” and he’s probably right. But does that make it worth $32.5K? If you think so, find this Velo for sale here on Craigslist for $32,500 in Bangor, Maine.

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