Brand New Nortons Found!

By Kevin Ash - 16/10/2010

Eleven brand new Norton Commando 850s have been unearthed in Belgium, still in their crates!

The bikes are part of a sale of the stock of classic bike shop Motorshop Podevyn, closing after the death of its owner, which includes almost 100 old motorcycles as well as vast amounts of spare parts and tools.

Other interesting machines include a new and crated Les Harris Matchless G80 from 1989, a space frame Norton race bike which appears to be ex Peter Williams, and a Triumph Trident café racer in what appears to be a Yamaha race bike frame.

The auction takes place online and runs from April 19 to April 26, with viewing on April 24-25. Full details are at http://www.troostwijkauctions.com/uk/motorshop-podevyn/01-13018/

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