In honor of the BSAOCSC All British Run this Sunday, today I’m going to feature a few classic British motorcycles. Here we’ve got an Ariel Colt, a simple 250cc OHV single.
Most people associate Ariel with either the Red Hunter or the Square Four, but the Colt was a very light bike (weighing about 250 pounds) that was capable of hitting approximately 70 miles per hour. The 4-speed transmission has the shifter on the right side, with a one-up, three-down pattern.
This specific Ariel Colt is complete and running, though mileage is unknown. The seller suggests that it’d be a good basis for an easy restoration, whereas I hope it stays as a survivor. The oil pressure gauge and ammeter need to be hooked up, but it’s been recently serviced and the carb was rebuilt.
Find this Ariel Colt for sale in San Clemente, California with bidding up to $4,600 and the reserve not yet met
Or find it directly for sale from the dealership’s site here at Montgomery Motors for $7,250.