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c.1965 Triumph 100cc Tina/T-10 'Truckster' Frame no. none visible Engine no. none visible
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c.1965 Triumph 100cc Tina/T-10 'Truckster' Registration no. not registered Frame no. none visible Engine no. none visible Offered here is an exceptionally rare example of the Truckster, a commercial development of the Triumph Tina/T10 scooter. 'Learn to drive in minutes the AUTOMATIC way! No gears, no clutch: the Triumph T-10 automatic is always in the right gear – automatically.' Triumph's advertising certainly went out of its way to ensure we got the message about the Tina's ease of use. Introduced in 1962, the 'twist-'n-go' Tina was powered by a 100cc two-stroke engine and equipped with a variable ratio transmission that employed a 'V' belt and expanding pulley rather like that used by DAF. Renamed 'T-10' in 1965, the Tina remained in production until mid-1970, never having been the success its makers hoped for despite the admirable commuting credentials of a 40mph top speed and 100mpg fuel consumption. This Triumph 'Truckster' is an extremely rare survivor, having been discovered earlier this year in a Bedfordshire barn where it had remained untouched for over 20 years (see images on file). Its rarity appealed to the dedicated owner, a professional mechanic, who embarked on a careful and sympathetic recommissioning of the vehicle. Works undertaken included the following: •Crafting and installing new wooden footboards •Renewing the rubber matting •Recovering the seat •Draining and replacing the fuel •Minor rewiring of the ignition switch •Welded repairs to the rear cargo platform Following this work the little Triumph roared back to life and appears to run well (see running video), although further attention is required (it is difficult to start when cold). A sticker beneath the speedometer reads: 'AUTOCYCLE. Run by Enthusiasts for Enthusiasts, 50 CHURCH STREET, MOXLEY, STAFFS', which may be where the previous owner acquired it. The odometer reading is 233 miles, but otherwise the machine's history is unknown. Further research revealed only one other known example: at the Coventry Transport Museum, one of the UK's foremost collections of motor vehicles, which includes two world record-setting cars: Thrust SSC and Thrust 2. Museum volunteers were thrilled to learn about this newly discovered Tina Truckster (see email correspondence on file) and confirmed that the model is extremely rare (it is believed that only some 10 units were manufactured, with reportedly only four sold). Originally priced at £200, they were intended for local light deliveries but never gained popularity. Converting the Tina into a Truckster involved cutting off the scooter's rear section just behind the control pedals and the mounting of the banking front section on a steel tube frame pivoting on the rear chassis, which housed the engine and drivetrain, an arrangement similar to that of the Ariel 3 (see below). A bearing system, complete with grease nipple, ensured smooth movement. While the Coventry Transport Museum's example has a chassis number located on the underside of the steel tube, no such number has yet been found on this one; however, further cleaning may reveal it. References to the Triumph Tina Truckster are scarce, though icenicam.org mentions it: 'Another non-production creation was the George Wallis three-wheeler Tina Truckster with a tilting body, of which around twelve prototype models were built in 1967 as a concept development for the notorious BSA Ariel 3 of July 1970. The Ariel 3 also used Tina's design of trailing-link, rubber compression/rebound, boneshaker front suspension.' In conclusion, this is a possibly once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for the Triumph or scooter enthusiast to acquire a unique piece of British motoring history; ideal for restoration, it could serve as a Goodwood pit vehicle or be used for promotional purposes. The machine is offered unregistered and without documentation, requiring further recommissioning or more extensive restoration, depending on the buyer's preference. It is sold as seen and comes with a useful selection of associated spares, many of which are new-old-stock, including: •Wheels and tyres •Headlamp/control nacelles •Silencer •Drive belts •Brake shoes •Horns •Cylinder barrel •Cylinder heads •Seat cover •Con-rods •Headlamp (with broken lens) •Kickstarts •Other miscellaneous parts Footnotes: All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. REQUEST A TRANSPORT QUOTE Please click the link to request a transport quote from our recommended transport company, Moving Motorcycles. To request a UK or European shipping quote - Moving Motorcycles To request an International shipping quote - Shippio For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing
c.1965 Triumph 100cc Tina/T-10 'Truckster' Registration no. not registered Frame no. none visible Engine no. none visible Offered here is an exceptionally rare example of the Truckster, a commercial development of the Triumph Tina/T10 scooter. 'Learn to drive in minutes the AUTOMATIC way! No gears, no clutch: the Triumph T-10 automatic is always in the right gear – automatically.' Triumph's advertising certainly went out of its way to ensure we got the message about the Tina's ease of use. Introduced in 1962, the 'twist-'n-go' Tina was powered by a 100cc two-stroke engine and equipped with a variable ratio transmission that employed a 'V' belt and expanding pulley rather like that used by DAF. Renamed 'T-10' in 1965, the Tina remained in production until mid-1970, never having been the success its makers hoped for despite the admirable commuting credentials of a 40mph top speed and 100mpg fuel consumption. This Triumph 'Truckster' is an extremely rare survivor, having been discovered earlier this year in a Bedfordshire barn where it had remained untouched for over 20 years (see images on file). Its rarity appealed to the dedicated owner, a professional mechanic, who embarked on a careful and sympathetic recommissioning of the vehicle. Works undertaken included the following: •Crafting and installing new wooden footboards •Renewing the rubber matting •Recovering the seat •Draining and replacing the fuel •Minor rewiring of the ignition switch •Welded repairs to the rear cargo platform Following this work the little Triumph roared back to life and appears to run well (see running video), although further attention is required (it is difficult to start when cold). A sticker beneath the speedometer reads: 'AUTOCYCLE. Run by Enthusiasts for Enthusiasts, 50 CHURCH STREET, MOXLEY, STAFFS', which may be where the previous owner acquired it. The odometer reading is 233 miles, but otherwise the machine's history is unknown. Further research revealed only one other known example: at the Coventry Transport Museum, one of the UK's foremost collections of motor vehicles, which includes two world record-setting cars: Thrust SSC and Thrust 2. Museum volunteers were thrilled to learn about this newly discovered Tina Truckster (see email correspondence on file) and confirmed that the model is extremely rare (it is believed that only some 10 units were manufactured, with reportedly only four sold). Originally priced at £200, they were intended for local light deliveries but never gained popularity. Converting the Tina into a Truckster involved cutting off the scooter's rear section just behind the control pedals and the mounting of the banking front section on a steel tube frame pivoting on the rear chassis, which housed the engine and drivetrain, an arrangement similar to that of the Ariel 3 (see below). A bearing system, complete with grease nipple, ensured smooth movement. While the Coventry Transport Museum's example has a chassis number located on the underside of the steel tube, no such number has yet been found on this one; however, further cleaning may reveal it. References to the Triumph Tina Truckster are scarce, though icenicam.org mentions it: 'Another non-production creation was the George Wallis three-wheeler Tina Truckster with a tilting body, of which around twelve prototype models were built in 1967 as a concept development for the notorious BSA Ariel 3 of July 1970. The Ariel 3 also used Tina's design of trailing-link, rubber compression/rebound, boneshaker front suspension.' In conclusion, this is a possibly once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for the Triumph or scooter enthusiast to acquire a unique piece of British motoring history; ideal for restoration, it could serve as a Goodwood pit vehicle or be used for promotional purposes. The machine is offered unregistered and without documentation, requiring further recommissioning or more extensive restoration, depending on the buyer's preference. It is sold as seen and comes with a useful selection of associated spares, many of which are new-old-stock, including: •Wheels and tyres •Headlamp/control nacelles •Silencer •Drive belts •Brake shoes •Horns •Cylinder barrel •Cylinder heads •Seat cover •Con-rods •Headlamp (with broken lens) •Kickstarts •Other miscellaneous parts Footnotes: All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. REQUEST A TRANSPORT QUOTE Please click the link to request a transport quote from our recommended transport company, Moving Motorcycles. To request a UK or European shipping quote - Moving Motorcycles To request an International shipping quote - Shippio For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing
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