Used 1959 Ariel Square Four

Every once in a while, a motorcycle comes along that truly stops you in your tracks. This 1959 Ariel Square Four is one of those machines. Having spent years around exceptional vintage motorcycles, I can confidently say this is one of the finest restored examples I've ever seen. And that's not something I say lightly.<br /><br />1959 marked the final year of Square Four production, and this particular example is believed to be among the last imported into the United States. A significant piece of British motorcycling history, restored to an absolutely extraordinary standard.<br /><br />Finished in stunning black with hand-applied gold pinstriping, this Ariel was meticulously restored to the exact specifications documented by its Dragonfly dating certificate. Every component has been restored or replaced with new, with a level of craftsmanship and attention to detail that is simply remarkable.<br /><br />Restoration Highlights:<br /><br />Complete, no-expense-spared, nut-and-bolt restoration<br /><br />Correct factory specifications per Dragonfly dating certificate<br /><br />Beautiful black finish with hand-applied gold pinstriping<br /><br />Triple-plated chrome with hand-etched lettering<br /><br />Correct water-transfer decals and authentic finishes throughout<br /><br />Modern solid-state ignition system<br /><br />Updated gaskets and improved oiling system for reliability<br /><br />Fewer than 20 miles since restoration<br /><br />Final shakedown, tuning, and approval by the experts at Retrospeed in Belgium, Wisconsin<br /><br />As beautiful as this motorcycle is to look at, it's equally impressive to ride. It starts easily, runs beautifully, and is genuinely one of the finest-riding Ariel Square Fours I've ever thrown a leg over. Smooth, refined, and mechanically exceptional. It's really, really good.<br /><br />I rarely use the phrase "better than new," but this is one of those rare occasions where I believe it's entirely justified.<br /><br />To duplicate a restoration of this caliber today would likely require two years of work and an investment far exceeding the cost of purchasing this completed example. The craftsmanship, expertise, and countless hours invested are evident everywhere you look.<br /><br />A final-year Ariel Square Four, beautifully restored, thoroughly sorted, and ready to be enjoyed. Whether destined for a serious collection or the open road, this is an exceptional opportunity to own one of the finest examples of this iconic British motorcycle.

Transmission:

Manual

Trim:	Base
Exterior (Primary) Color:	Black
Interior (Secondary) Color:	Black
Mileage:	42,292
Drive Type:	2-wheel
Transmission:	Manual

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