Lot 1641 - Lionel French's original 1930s "Little Star"

Lionel French's original 1930s "Little Star" 15cc four-stroke tethered hydroboat, comprising a polysphenic-shaped hull constructed from plywood terminating in a concave vee, the model is fitted with a single propeller situated in front of the tail skeg. The engine is a single-cylinder 4-stroke with a 1-inch bore and 1 1/8 stroke, giving a capacity of 15cc. Lionel French went on to restore the model, which later was passed to Mr Hill in 1988, and later was on display at Pitsea Power Boat Museum up until its closure. Please see the link in the condition report section, which details the full history of the model. Length: 33.5 inches, raised on a wooden stand

Estimate:£400

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