Update 8/7: Iconic has determined this is a 1955 model year instead of 1953.
Please note: The seller is managing the sale of this collection on behalf of the owner’s estate. He has represented each bike to the best of his ability and will be unable to provide further history or supporting documentation. The bike does not currently run and the seller cannot confirm mechanical condition. He has provided a walk around video and is selling the bike as-is. A local dealership will be providing the Bill of Sale; all fees (with the exception of Iconic’s buyer’s fee) and taxes will be accounted for by the dealer.
Additional photos are available here for your perusal.
Founded in 1873, NSU was a German producer which began with knitting machines before expanding into bicycles, cars, and motorcycles. At one point in the 1950s the company was the largest motorcycle producer in the world before being acquired by Volkswagen in 1969. For a deep dive on the history of NSU check out a Cycle World write up from 1966 here.
One of their most successful post war bikes was the Fox which sold nearly 60,000 units between 1949 and 1954. Sporting a rocker chassis, rear central spring, and a pressed-steel-frame the little 98cc was quite popular thanks to its four-stroke uniqueness and claimed 85kph (52mph), making it the fastest bike in the 100cc class.
This example is VIN: 1670430; Engine: 851671.
The odometer shows 1,798 miles, however the seller cannot confirm accuracy.
Maintenance:
The seller states, “Not running. The bike has been a display piece for many years and not in current running condition. No Battery, fuel tank is clean with no fuel in it. Motor turns over with compression.”
Modifications:
Per the seller, “It is unknown if there were any modifications that were performed by previous or current ownership.”
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Continental Spurfest tires.
There are no keys, no ignition, and no supporting documents.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Denver, Colorado, this NSU is offered on a Bill of Sale only. Have any Fox stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
