1976 Bultaco Model 168 with Boss Frame

SOLD FOR: $8,560

Seller accepted post-auction offer.

Sold on March 7, 2024

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Description

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After Spanish manufacturer Montesa decided to withdraw from competition, Francesc “Paco” Bultó left the company (along with most of the racing department employees) and decided to start his own motorcycle company in 1958, with the brand an amalgamation of his own surname Bultó and his nickname Paco. Despite Bultaco’s primitive facilities — early models were built on one of Bultó’s family farms — the upstart manufacturer had a bike ready for the press by 1959. And here’s the thing: just two months later, they entered their first Spanish Grand Prix, sweeping seven of the first ten finishing positions in the 125cc class in the process.

With time, Bultaco became best known for its off-road competition bikes, such as the Sherpa T, the Matador, and the Pursang. Originally offered in displacements ranging from 125cc to 350cc, the highest-spec Pursang grew to 370cc (like the engine in the bike being offered today) before the first closure of the factory in 1979.

Though Bultaco eventually offered an off-the-shelf flat track racer known as the Astro, many enthusiasts opted to mount the firm’s engines in aftermarket, purpose-built frames. One such name was Boss Racing frames, a BMX bike specialist who manufactured a series of flat track frames circa 1973-1986.

This example is VIN: B00023, Engine #: HM16800231. The seller acquired the bike six years ago.

During his ownership, the seller has covered approximately 10 miles. There is no odometer; true mileage is unknown.

Maintenance:
The seller reports that he built the bike “from the frame up” and that it “has once race on it at the Lodi Cycle Bowl in 2022 with Lance Jones at the controls. Race or show it!”

Modifications:
Model 168 motor with 90mm piston.

Marzocchi forks and clamps.

Progressive shocks.

Mikuni carb.

Not pictured: Power dynamo ignition.

Inside of the tank:

It is riding on Shinko SR267 tires.

Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:



Currently located in Martinez, California, this Bultaco is offered on a Bill of Sale only. Have any Boss stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!

Additional Information

Location

Martinez, California

Year

1976

Make

Bultaco

Model

Boss

Mileage

True Mileage Unknown

VIN

B00023

Title

Bill of Sale Only

Title State/Country

N/A

Private Party/Dealership

Private Party

Additional Charges

No

VIN Report

N/A

Total Bids Placed: 20

Auction has ended.

Auction expired without reaching reserve price.

Highest bidder was: d********5

After the auction ended, the seller accepted an offer of $8,560 including buyer fees.

Bidder Name Bidding Time Bid Auto
d********5 March 6, 2024 9:45 am PST $4,105
x***8 March 6, 2024 9:45 am PST $4,005 Auto
x***8 March 6, 2024 9:34 am PST $3,700
d********5 March 6, 2024 9:23 am PST $3,600 Auto
r*****n March 6, 2024 9:23 am PST $3,500
d********5 March 6, 2024 8:45 am PST $3,357
x***8 March 5, 2024 7:37 pm PST $3,257
d********5 March 5, 2024 7:37 pm PST $3,200 Auto
d********5 March 5, 2024 9:15 am PST $2,657
x***8 March 5, 2024 9:15 am PST $2,557 Auto
d********5 March 5, 2024 9:15 am PST $2,500
x***8 March 3, 2024 8:02 pm PST $1,700 Auto
m******6 March 3, 2024 8:02 pm PST $1,600
x***8 March 3, 2024 8:01 pm PST $1,500 Auto
m******6 March 3, 2024 8:01 pm PST $1,400
x***8 March 2, 2024 5:20 pm PST $1,300 Auto
m****0 March 2, 2024 5:20 pm PST $1,200
x***8 February 29, 2024 3:14 pm PST $1,100 Auto
a*****b February 29, 2024 3:14 pm PST $1,000
x***8 February 28, 2024 6:48 pm PST $1
Auction started February 28, 2024 11:23 am PST
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