Own a piece of TT history - and support charity!
Wednesday 23 July 2008
TT
An amazing piece of TT memorabilia has gone on sale in aid of the Joey Dunlop Foundation.
An autograph book packed with the signatures of some of the greatest names in motorcycle racing is being auctioned to raise money for the charity.
The book, from the 1960s, was donated by a Uk support of the JDF via a friend in Douglas and is being auctioned through ebay.
Among the autographs it boasts are many of the biggest names to grace the Isle of Man Mountain Circuit in both the TT and Manx Grand Prix.
Stars featured include Mike Hailwood, Bob McIntyre, Phil Read, Geoff Duke, John Surtees, Luigi Taveri, Derek Minter, John Hartle, Mike Duff, Max Deubel, Dicky Dale, Hugh Anderson, Paddy Driver, Tony Godfrey, Tom Phillis and many more.
Not only is this a rare chance to acquire an incredible piece of TT memorabilia, but it is also a great chance to help the Joey Dunlop Foundation.
The foundation was established in memory of one of the best-loved TT winners, 26-times victor Joey Dunlop.
It is planning to create accommodation for disabled people in Victoria Road, Douglas.
The team behind the foundation have worked tirelessly to raise the money needed to realise the dream, but increased costs mean the fundraising must go on.
Foundation trustee Bruce Baker said the charity believes the autograph book will raise a significant amount of money for the foundation.
He added:
‘I sold a first day cover a year or two ago with Mike Hailwood’s signature and it made £180, but it could have gone for more only a chap from Ramsey missed the end bidding time on ebay!’
Make sure you don’t miss out on the chance to own this wonderful piece of racing memorabilia. The autograph book has a reserve of £100 and the auction is 1pm on July 26th, 2008.
To find out more about the autograph book visit the auction and to read more about the work of the Joey Dunlop Foundation visit the website.