The NEC Classic Motor Show Sale 2019 - 9th & 10th November 2019

www.silverstoneauctions.com 191 + buyer’s premium of 15% including VAT @ 20% Cars Sunday 10th November 2019 • The 1946 Chief became the companies only model after the war • New for that year were girder-style forks adapted from Indian’s radical 841 • A matching frame and engine example owned by just four enthusiasts in its 73-year history • Supplied with its original main dealer panniers • Comes with a NOVA reference number ready to begin the UK registration process • One of the finest Indian motorcycles available in the UK This 1946 Indian Chief was purchased from its original owner at Barrie automotive flea market in Ontario, Canada, by the late Samuel H.High III. Samuel was well regarded in the motorcycle community winning numerous awards on the show circuit with this Indian Chief and there are two plaques mounted on the bike, Senior National first prize and the ultimate Grand National winner. However, after 30 happy years, the time had come to part with his beloved Indian and it was offered for sale at Hershey in 2003. In the owner’s file, there is a document signed by Samuel transferring ownership to the next keeper. Those lucky buyers were Tony along with his close friend Tim who was listed as the registered keeper. Tony owned one of the best tooling companies in Canada and had a dream of taking the ‘46 Indian across Canada “from coast to coast”, so a no expense spared, full mechanical rebuild was undertaken. All the best parts were used including; a King clutch, electronic ignition (hidden inside the original distributor), all new bearings and bushings, a rebuilt speedo, four-speed transmission (a period option), rebuilt Bonneville carb and more. During these works no paintwork was undertaken, however, it still looks stunning to this day. Sadly, Tony became unwell and was not able to fulfil his dream of the Coast to Coast ride, although the bike remains trip ready. As a result, the bike was returned to Tim and there it remained in the lounge (where else?) of his beautiful home in Niagara Falls for nearly ten years. Started regularly, the bike has only covered 100 miles since the mechanical works were undertaken. This is a stunning, matching numbers Indian and amazingly still has its original panniers purchased from the main dealer in 1946. It’s supplied with a large history file, its title document and a NOVA reference number ready to begin the UK registration process. Unrestored but still in show- winning condition, Samuel H.High III’s famous Indian Chief is ready for its next adventure. Registration: To be registered Frame Number: 346479 Engine Number: CDF479 Estimate: £35,000 - £40,000 1946 Indian Chief LOT 454 More Images Lot 454 Bid On Lot 454