$9,999
Chicago, Illinois
Category
Cruiser Motorcycles
Engine
250
Posted Over 1 Month
About Me | See my other items | Email A Friend Description of [1964 BMW R27 Dover White Thumper for sale] For sale or trade vintage survivor, everyday runner, 1964 BMW R27 "Thumper". This model with triple matching vin# and in Dover White color is getting constantly rare and is believed to be one of the best vintage single cylinder machine produced by the BMW. This numbers matching, cosmetically original ( still has pinstriper initial under the tank), totally mechanically serviced, and sound BMW R27 clocks only 9K miles. This cycle has recently had top end re-sealed with new gaskets and seals. It starts easily and runs great. Motorcycle is a survivor quite cosmetically challenged condition as it has never been restored in any way except some touch-ups here and there. Matching triple serial numbers, original Dover White paint, Denfeld Dual seats and more......... This particular example is beautiful with many additions a real BMW enthusiast will appreciate. Ride as is or restore to pristine condition. Some history of the above mentioned motorcycle: "The BMW R 27 was manufactured on Sept. 1st of 1964 and was delivered to Butler & Smith in New York on the 21st of December 1964. The bike was equipped with a bench seat." "Based largely on the R26, in 1960 the R27 added rubber mounts for the engine and boosted power to 18 hp (13 kW). The R27's 250 cc vertical single was the only rubber-mounted thumper engine BMW ever produced, and was their last shaft drive single-cylinder motorcycle. The engine pumped out 18 hp (13 kW), the highest ever for a shaft-drive BMW single. BMW manufactured 15,364 R27 models (engine numbers 372 001 -- 387 566 ) over the production years of 1960 to 1966. Some of the 1966 R27 models were sold as 1967 models because dealers in those years often would assign dates to BMW motorcycles when they sold them, and not necessarily when they were manufactured. The vast majority of R27 motorcycles exported to the United States by BMW were black with white pinstriping. A few, however, were brought in by importer Butler & Smith in a color called Dover white, with black pinstriping. Why "Dover white?" Butler & Smith head honcho, Michael Bondy, had a 1942 Packard automobile in an off-white color called dover white. Bondy sent a sample of this color to BMW AG in Munich and asked that it be duplicated. BMW did copy the color, and Bondy ordered fifty motorcycles in that color. Today, BMW motorcycles in original dover white are a sought-after rarity. BMW did things differently from other manufacturers. This is evident in the R27. Its enclosed shaft final drive is rare for a single cylinder motorcycle. But it also had a triangulated Earles front fork (named after English designer Ernest Earles); so the motorcycle had a front swingarm as well as a rear swingarm. When you squeezed the front brake lever hard not only did the front end not dive, it actually rose slightly. Thus, braking was a very steady activity, though the brakes were weak by today's standards. The engines crankshaft was laid out fore-to-aft, not side- to-side; also a rare feature. This way, the crank and the final shaft were in line, and drive forces did not have to be run through a set of 90-degree gears. Also, the kick starter swung out sideways instead of parallel to the frame, so kick starting an R27 is a rather easy and danger-free affair." Please look closely at the photos and video as they are an important part of the description. Please ask questions before bidding should you have any. We make every effort, to accurately describe items and their condition, and have an extensive track record of accuracy. Due to the subjective nature of opinions, in the rare case that a buyer disagrees with our description, we can only be at fault for items grossly misrepresented. Bike is sold on a "first come, first serve" basis regardless of any oral statements.Please ask questions and do not assume anything, read this add to the very end, look at the pictures, watch the video and judge for yourself. I strongly encourage potential buyers to inspect the bike in person before placing a formal bid!! Gallery - click on pictures to Enlarge!! Sale information Warranty All bikes/vehicles are pre-owned and therefore may or may not have scratches, dents and small imperfections as a result of normal everyday use. All bikes/vehicles are being sold as is, where is with no warranty, expressed written or implied. The seller shall not be responsible for the correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein, and makes no warranty in connection therewith. No allowance or set aside will be made on account of any incorrectness, imperfection, defect or damage. Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be/construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle, and to have satisfied himself or herself as to the condition and value and to bid based upon that judgement solely. The seller shall and will make every reasonable effort to disclose any known defects associated with this vehicle at the buyer's request prior to the close of sale. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs regardless of any oral statements about the vehicle. Terms & Conditions This vehicle if not otherwise noted is sold by an Illinois Dealer and is presented by J&J Marketing Solutions, Inc., an Internet research and advertising company and Better Business Bureau member. If the seller is an Illinois Dealer, the following charges apply: 1) $20 drive-away permit[unless transferring plates] and 2) AZ, CA, FL, HI, IN, IL, MA, MI, SC residents must include their state's sales tax with payment[unless shipping]. Residents of other states pay taxes and license/registrations fees in their home state, dealers exempt. Winning bidder must contact us within 24 hours of auction end, and make arrangements for payment at that time. A $500.00 non-refundable deposit is due within 24 hours of end of auction. The remainder is due within 7 days of auction end. If no contact is made within 24 hours we reserve the right to re-list the vehicle, sell it to the next high bidder, or sell it otherwise. Make sure if financing that your financial institution accepts the year and miles of this vehicle before bidding. Please arrange financing prior to bidding. We accept Cashier's check or wire transfer for full payment, allow up to 7 working days for the cashier's check to clear before we can release the bike. Due to a large number of zero feedback bidders we are no longer accepting bids from bidders with zero 0 feedback, unless they contact us first. We apologize for the inconvenience to all legitimate bidders. If you are not sure about something, please ask! Do not assume anything not listed is included. We reserve the right to end the listing if the vehicle is no longer available for sale. Please note mileage can vary slightly as all vehicles are for sale are subject to test rides. Fee and Tax Information: Taxes and registration are the responsibility of the purchaser. IF YOU HAVE "0" FEEDBACK YOU HAVE TO CONTACT ME FIRST BEFORE PLACING BID AS I WILL RETRACT YOUR BID. SEAN +1-312-772-5352 [email protected] WWW.MOTONIT.COM Buyer is responsible for pickup or shipping of item. We will work with any shipping company you choose! 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