1949 Indian Scout 249 Restored
USA Finds Verdict
Why this bike matters
An all-new overhead-valve parallel twin carrying the Scout name. Mechanical problems and low survival make complete examples notable.
- Library rarity: Very Rare.
- Collector desirability: 4/5.
- Discussion value: 5/5.
- Recognised collector detail: 1949 first vertical twin, complete original engine and bodywork.
- An all-new overhead-valve parallel twin carrying the Scout name. Mechanical problems and low survival make complete examples notable.
- The asking price shown when found was USD 34901.00.
About this example
The seller describes this motorcycle as restored, making the quality, accuracy and documentation of the work the key points to judge.
Collector Notes
Library rarity: Very Rare. Model production: 1949-1950. Recognised detail: 1949 first vertical twin, complete original engine and bodywork. Matched from listing evidence: model 249.
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