I purchased this 1959 BSA Goldstar 500 from the second owner in 1990. It has not been started since I purchased it. The motor turns over and has good spark, though. It is not equipped with the battery. It has never been repainted and is all original except both fenders were rechromed. The right side badge is broken near the mounting hole. I believe the mileage to be correct. It has normal wear for a bike that is 55 years old.