New guy from NH
 

Hello, this is my first post in the C&V forum. I have recently rescued an old bike from the scrap metal pile at the dump. Through some online research I have found little to no information on it. What I know is that it's a 1936 or 37 New Imperial Model N gentleman's roadster. The company made motorcycles and bicycles and closed it's doors in 1939. I've found no photos online, auction sales on eBay, or any documentation. Aside from a short summary on Wikipedia. My curiosity as to it's rarity is pretty intense.
So does anyone here have any knowledge regarding this manufacturer or the bicycle itself? I thank any and all input!

Welcome to the forums. Cool looking bike.

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...b85e9fdda7.jpg

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...6bba320a0c.jpg

OH it is English.

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...20485eca3e.jpg

That is a very classy looking English 3 speed. I'm so sorry I can't assist more.

I can, however, say welcome to Classic and Vintage from another NH resident. In the first picture I thought you might have found it at the New London Stump Dump, where I pick up a good find from time to time. But I realized the sheds don't quite match. I spied this Norman Western Flyer there a couple of weeks ago but left it for others to adopt. Where in NH are you located?

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...22bb08aad6.jpg

I am from Danbury, 15 minutes from Newfound lake.

Welcome to the forums you may find some of Sheldon Brown's info on English 3 speeds to helpful

Welcome Str8ayt51, your prewar English 3 speed is very cool but they all look alike to me! Have you checked in with these gents? https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-v...-3-speeds.html
They could probably offer a lot of info.

How far from "Hippie Hill?" ;) I'm about 10 miles south of that famous landmark via the Northern Rail Trail. :thumb:

That's right by me. I live next to the church. Hahaha.

Ever ride the Rail Trail? I wonder if we've ever passed each other?

I got the rail trail whenever I get a chance. It's entirely possible we've crossed paths on the trail!

Welcome to the C&V Forum, we must have hit on something that is getting NH residents attention here. Several joining in over the last few days, and posting some neat older bicycles.

Bill

I'm in NH, too! Hello from the Jaffrey area!

My wife & I lived in Danbury until 2015,then moved to Ashland for 2 years. I remember the country store,the dump,and hippie hill well..