VINCENT BLACK PRINCE 1955 Vincent Series D Black Prince Combination 998cc

This lot will be auctioned via Iconic Auctioneers, The Iconic Motorcycle Sale at Shuttleworth 2026 on Sunday the 19th of April, Shuttleworth, Old Warden Park, Beds, SG18 9EP . , Following on from the legendary Shadow, Phil Vincent wanted to produce a 'twowheeled Bentley' so, in 1954, he developed and launched the Black Prince with all new aerodynamic bodywork clothing the traditional 998cc Vtwin engine and suspension,Only 132 were ever produced when production ended in December 1955 with the company's demise,Often regarded as more a piece of art than a mere motorcycle and highly sought after today, it stands as both a technical milestone and a symbol of Vincents fearless pursuit of innovation,This correct numbers well used example was purchased by its deceased owner whilst in his 20s in the mid 1960s,Has remained in his hands until his passing last year, during his ownership the bike has travelled extensively throughout the UK and Europe, even a trip to Canada was completed in the 1980s,The bike has undergone a few modifications to assist in its usability including an electric start, disc brakes, indicators and even SatNav,Fitted with a Watsonian Monaco sidecar and complete with a spare cowling and panniers,Running last year but might require some basic recommissioning before road use,Correct numbers with G73V crank case pairing numbers,UKregistered on a current V5C,