Offered on a Bill of Sale only, GR Auto Gallery is pleased to offer
this 1950 Vincent 499cc Comet for consideration. 'Vincent HRD'
originated in 1928 when Philip C. Vincent acquired the name, jigs,
tools and patterns of the liquidated HRD Company. Vincent moved
production from Wolverhampton to Stevenage and commenced with an
innovative sprung frame that would remain a feature until closure
in 1955. Vincent relied on proprietary engines until increasing
dissatisfaction with suppliers led to the creation of Vincent's own
motor in 1934. An overhead-valve 500cc single, this all-new power
unit was designed jointly by Vincent and Chief Engineer Phil
Irving. The duo brought fresh thinking to what would become the
Series A motor, opting for a relatively short stroke of 90mm
coupled to an 84mm bore, a high-set camshaft and two guides for
each valve with the rocker arm engaging between them.
Production was stopped for WW2, then restarted soon after with the
short-lived Series B Comet, soon to give way to the successful
Series C single, built from 1948 to 1954. Effectively a Rapide
V-twin minus its rear cylinder, the Comet offered the same degree
of refinement, but less oomph, as its bigger brother. Even so, the
Comet combined a 90mph potential with excellent fuel economy, to
become the ideal touring mount for the discerning solo rider.
This Comet was restored and modified as a vintage racer in the late
1980's and remained part of a private collection for many years
until recently resurfacing. It has not run in many years and
remains very elegant. It is complete and would require some
mechanical recommissioning and light refurbishment. As it sits, it
is a great addition / centerpiece of any cycle or automotive
collection. It is accompanied with a Certificate of
Authenticity.
Gr Auto Gallery, LLC and our sister company, Wheelz Sales and
Leasing Inc. makes every effort to represent each vehicle
accurately and with integrity. We also welcome third party
inspections when necessary. Although we try to do our very best to
be accurate in our description writing we are human and do make
mistakes. Unless otherwise noted, All vehicles are sold AS IS, No
Warranty Expressed or Implied. All sales final. GR Auto Gallery and
all its affiliates reserve the right to charge a 3% processing fee
on any credit card sales of over $2,500.
Vehicle Details
1950 Vincent Comet
Listing ID:CC-1830499
Price:$24,900
Location:Kentwood, Michigan
Year:1950
Make:Vincent
Model:Comet
Exterior Color:Black
Interior Color:Black
Transmission:Manual
Odometer:1
Stock Number:P5965 S
VIN:RC/1/8412
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