1930 Watsonian Side Car

Highlights

• Commissioned for a 1931 Brough Superior SS80
• Sold from the official Watsonian showroom
• Fully working components including hood and door
• Leather is in very good condition with no rips or tears
• Waxed hood is in very good for age with no rips or tears
• Brough Superior bike fittings included
• Brough Superior brass plaque and foot plate
• Registration plaque (with serial number) still attached to sidecar (Body Number: #R868)

The Appeal

Add true vintage elegance to your ride with this stunning 1930s Watsonian Sidecar – a beautifully crafted icon from the golden era of motorcycling! Hand-built with unmistakable British craftsmanship, this sidecar brings art-deco flair and timeless functionality to your classic setup.

Built by Watsonian, the oldest and most respected sidecar manufacturer in the UK, this gem features a beautifully contoured steel body, sprung chassis, and period-correct fittings – all lovingly preserved or restored to keep its authentic pre-war character intact.

Whether you’re pairing it with a classic BSA, Norton, or Brough Superior, this sidecar transforms your ride into an unforgettable showstopper. It’s not just a piece of history – it’s an experience. Imagine cruising country lanes or arriving at vintage rallies in unmatched style.

The History & Paperwork

• Built in 1930 for a Brough Superior
• Retains its factory build plaque and decals

The Condition

• Made from aluminium and ply wood with steel tubing and spring suspension
• Black paintwork in lightly aged condition with some chips and marks to note
• Smart gold pinstriping in good order
• Retains its Watsonian and Brough Superior decals as shown
• Features Vintage Motor Cycle Club decal in good order
• Genuine 1930s build with unmistakable curves and character
• Comfortable passenger seating with classic untouched upholstery
• Rear storage box
• Rear bumper in good order
• Black wire wheels present well and fitted with vintage tyres
• Tan leather upholstery and trim as shown
• Working waxed hood with some age as shown
• Vintage fixtures and fittings, ready to bolt on and ride
• Vendor states that it is a conversation piece wherever it goes

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