1958 AJS Matchless 250cc Motorcycle Ad - Super Hurricane Twins Vintage Print For Sale

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1958 AJS Matchless 250cc Motorcycle Ad - Super Hurricane Twins Vintage Print:
$18.05

Discover a fascinating piece of motorcycle history with this authentic vintage print advertisement from November 1958. This detailed ad showcases the "Sensational NEW AJS MATCHless 250cc 4-Stroke" model, highlighting its "Far Ahead with Latest Engineering Design," including an Oversquare O.H.V. Design, 4-Speed Easy-Shift, and an impressive 80 MPH capability. The advertisement also features the "Super Hurricane Twins" – the Sport Twin and Super Scrambler models, alongside the Moto-Cross Single 500cc, touting them as "The World's Most Beautiful Sports Motorcycle." Each model is accompanied by detailed illustrations and key specifications, making this a comprehensive look at the AJS and Matchless lineup of the era.This original ephemera offers a glimpse into the vibrant motorcycle market of the late 1950s, with mentions of distributors like Cooper Motors in Los Angeles, California, and E. C. Shillingford and Sons for the East of the Mississippi region. The print captures the aesthetic and marketing style of the period, making it a wonderful collectible for enthusiasts of vintage motorcycles, advertising, or mid-century Americana. It's a superb item for framing, display, or inclusion in a historical collection, reflecting a significant moment in motorcycling innovation and design.