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1964 Honda Pc50 on 2040-motos

US $28000
YearYear:1964 MileageMileage:30 ColorColor: Robin egg blue
Location:

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States
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Honda PC50 photos

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Honda PC50 tech info

Engine Size (cc)Engine Size (cc):50 For Sale ByFor Sale By:Private Seller

Honda PC50 description

This Honda PC50 is serial number 1, Used for display as a new model at the 1964 Honda Motorcycle Dealer convention in Las Vegas (The first national Honda motorcycle dealer convention).  Odometer shows 30 miles, mostly up and down our driveway when first purchased.  I worked for American Honda (the U.S. arm of Honda Motor Co.) in the 1970's and bought this in about 1971 from Honda when they were clearing some previous display units from a warehouse.  When I bought the PC50 I got a Certificate of Origin, which is how ownership for all motorcycles was transmitted to buyers at that time.  Years later I realized I had lost the C of O and went through the process of getting a title issued by the State of Indiana in 2012, but it has never been licensed.  Since my purchase, the PC50 has spent almost its entire life displayed in museums (i.e. Auburn Cord Deusenberg Museum in Auburn, IN; and most recently, the NATMUS auto/truck museum, also in Auburn.)  In need of space, NATMUS recently decided to no longer display motorcycles, so I now have it in my possession.

The PC50 is original in all respects.  Notice the photo showing the PC50 license plate used for the 1964 dealer convention display (unfortunately the license plate has gotten beat up somewhat in handling over the years).  The PC50 finish shows a patina from 50+ years on display in museums and warehousing.  No polishing or preparation has been done for selling.  The only preparation was draining gas when it was first placed in a museum.  Chrome and plated parts show unpolished dullness and paint shows some aging as would be expected.

The PC50 has a lever for engagement of the pedals with the engine.  The engine can be disengaged allowing riding like a bicycle.  Or it can be engaged and by pedaling a short distance the engine starts.  But it hasn't been run in quite a long time.  It can be licensed for road use (in Indiana) and is capable of about 30 or 35 mph.  With its 4 cycle ohv 50cc engine it was state-of-the art in 1964.  Front and rear brakes are controlled by handlebar levers, throttle by the right twist grip.    

To complete the sale I want $300 as non-refundable down payment / earnest money within 48 hours to be paid via PayPal or personal check to me.  Shipment / pickup can be initiated following my receipt of cash payment, a bank certified check or clearance of your check through your bank.  Buyer can pick up the unit at Fort Wayne, IN or I will cooperate with your shipper for their pick up.  The unit is not currently palletized or crated for shipment.  It is fairly light but should be kept upright during shipment.  If appropriate, I can deliver to a buyer within 100 miles from Ft. Wayne after payment has been completed.

Thank you for looking!

    

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