1941 Matchless G3L Army Machine No Reserve

Registration No: GGT 359 Frame No: 8909 MOT: ExemptUsed in many 'war' filmsFrom a private collectionOwned since October 2000Originally purchased direct from the British ArmyV5 on fileDeveloped in response to War Office demands for a lighter machine for military service, the Matchless G3L was based on the pre-war overhead-valve single-cylinder G3 but featured some significant modifications. The most notable was the adoption of the ‘Teledraulic’ front fork. Based on a pre-war BMW design, the new telescopic front fork was significantly lighter and more effective than the contemporary girders. A single downtube frame replaced the pre-war duplex design, saving weight and increasing ground clearance. On offer is a Matchless G3L that has saw wartime service with the British Army. When demobbed, it was sold to a Mr. Webb for £50 and given the registration number ‘GGT 359’ on 31st December 1946, with an invoice on file. There is little other history prior to the late owner purchasing it in December 2000, after which it formed part of his private collection. It has been used in many films both as a background prop and minor action vehicle. It comes with an old-style V5 and a receipt documenting its sale from the army. Some light recommissioning will be required before use. For more information, please contact: Mike Davis [email protected] 07718 584217

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