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• Auction House:
  Webb's
• Sale Name:
  Classic Motorbikes
• Sale Date:
  27 Sep 2015 ~ 11am (NZ time)
• Lot #:
  18
• Lot Description:
  1974 Moto Guzzi V7 Sport 750
  Engine No: VK 30974, Frame No: VK12116, Odometer: 40622km. Condition: Excellent. Documents: Vehicle Registration Holland
• Notes:
  With the death of Giorgio Parodi in 1955 followed by Carlo Guzzi’s death in 1964, great changes were afoot at Moto Guzzi. The company was bought by SEIMN and the emphasis of production was directed more towards larger sporting machines rather than the lightweight machines for which the marque had previously been noted. Designer Carcano introduced the 90° twin and it was this engine design, in 703cc form which was fitted in the new V7 model introduced in 1967. In 1971 the 750cc V7 Special was announced followed soon after by the V7 Sport which was highly acclaimed and set Moto Guzzi on a firm financial footing prior to the integration with De Tomaso. (yes the car guy of Pantera fame) The Moto Guzzi V7 was their first café racer, it was based on the standard V7 but was lighter and handled better. Utilising the air cooled longitudinally mounted V twin and shaft drive, the V7 formed the DNA for future models including the Le Mans. In essence this was what established Moto Guzzi as a manufacturer of high class sporting superbikes. With 70bhp it was described in 1972 by the editor of Motorcycle Mechanics as ‘a BMW with a little bit extra’ and ‘the most expensive Superbike in Britain’. Around 4000 of this fine machine were built, this one is in running condition and has keys.
• Estimate:
  NZ$20,000 - 28,000
• Realised Price:
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• Category:
  Automobiles & Accessories

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