New guy from NH
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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!
So does anyone here have any knowledge regarding this manufacturer or the bicycle itself? I thank any and all input!
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Welcome to the forums. Cool looking bike.
OH it is English.
OH it is English.
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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?
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?
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Welcome to the forums you may find some of Sheldon Brown's info on English 3 speeds to helpful
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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.
They could probably offer a lot of info.
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How far from "Hippie Hill?" I'm about 10 miles south of that famous landmark via the Northern Rail Trail.
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Ever ride the Rail Trail? I wonder if we've ever passed each other?
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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.
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I'm in NH, too! Hello from the Jaffrey area!
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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..