Description: Very very rare genuine original 1905 bound half year of The Motor Cycle Magazine with original and beautiful period binding. The Motorcycle magazine was the world first weekly produced motorcycle magazine starting in March 1902 - There is nothing earlier to read this IS the very beginnings of the motorcycle industry as we know it this bound volume is 26 issues of the Motorcycle magazine bound into one volume - you never see them this early this is issues Number 83 - January 2nd 1905 to issue number 118 June 26th 1905 All 26 issues January to June complete with all content pages and covers. For a total of 578 pages of thee earliest motorcycle content available on the planet - filled with mostly long forgotten makes of engine motorcycles tricycles and cycle cars . Along with coverage of all the new inventions, new engine models, new motorcycle models, racing from around the world, steam, battery and combustion engines it all here in this very early volume which if you have interest in early machinery is a gold mine of information just some of the machines covered are - Ariel, Lagonda Bowden, British Anzani, Quadrant, Durkopp, Karneli, Sharp, Lurquin, New Century, Singer, The Roc, Humber, Bradbury, Phoenix, Laurin Klement, Ormonde, Riley, The Rex, The Barry, Barnes, Kelecom, NSU, Push, Klement, Westlake Racer, Buchet, Peugeot, Matchless, Minerva, Clarendon, DeDion, Martin, and many many more - condition as seen for 119 years old and plus paper is doing very well clean bright and white much nicer than the photos, some weakness to the binding check the pictures gives you a very good idea of condition but for age I would say very good. A very rare opportunity to purchase one of the world oldest motorcycle books !. Size 8 x 11 inches green cloth binding. Please be aware Inflation has hit us sellers hard, packing materials, gas, cost of goods, postage has gone through the roof, as are eBays fees. My shipping costs reflects this hopefully temporary situation. *** PLEASE ask questions before you hit buy it now or place a bid. The photographs provided are the major part of the description, I sometimes mis things in my text, but the photos do not, if you can see it in the photographs below then it is in the description and not a reason for a return. Please also read the shipping costs and details below before you buy. Payment is expected promptly, no more than 3 days after auction ends or immediately on a buy it now, on the forth day with no contact from the buyer item will be offered to second bidder or re-listed, clear and concise communication from buyers is appreciated. Refunds are only given if I have grossly missed something in either the pictures and/or description. I no longer accept returns unless I have clearly made a mistake. Their are way too many out there that abuse returns on old used parts. if you buy the wrong part or you thought it would fit and did not ask any questions - you own it, I do not know everything about every part I sell - YOU have a responsibility to do research too, I am only selling what you see, I am no longer eating these costs of returns I am fed up with it. I am for the most selling old used parts which are used and sometimes abused study all pictures and read in full the above description and ask questions if you are unsure. You agree to these terms by bidding. Thank you *** I ship worldwide. ***Please take a moment to see the shipping charge, it is written twice on this page for you to see, I do not charge actual shipping, I charge more, packing materials, gas, time packing etc and this sites 10% + of just the shipping fee are all in there.***. All items are packed and shipped carefully regardless of cost via USPS or Fedex. USA bidders agree by bidding to pay $18.95 mail with delivery confirmation, all other International bidders - airmail postage cost of $99.95. multiple purchases will always combined to lower shipping cost where possible. Ebay invoices are sent out soon after the end of the auction. All shipping fees are clearly listed and non negotiable. I rarely leave feedback anymore of my own accord but if you ask I will no problem, Just ask !
Price: 995.95 USD
Location: Idyllwild, California
End Time: 2024-09-08T01:05:00.000Z
Shipping Cost: 21.95 USD
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Brand: Lucas
Compatible Make: BSA
Vintage Part: Yes
