Winning bid
£6,225

1963 Vespa VBB

HIGHLIGHTS 

  • Genuine 125cc Italian import 
  • Stunning restoration
  • Only 518Km covered since restoration
  • Verified by the British Lambretta Archive

THE APPEAL

Undoubtably one of the most culturally significant vehicles of all time, the Piagio Vespa democratised two-wheeled freedom and fun.
This delightful 1963 example is the sporty VBB variant that has been badged as a GS and was imported to the UK from Italy around 2018 shortly after some restoration works were carried out. It is in fine condition and only being sold due to the enthusiast and collector looking to downsize his collection.

 
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THE HISTORY AND PAPERWORK 

  • 1963 build 
  • Genuine Italian import 
  • Imported in 2018 by the previous owner 
  • Undocumented restoration prior to current ownership 
  • Replaced speedometer during restoration 
  • Only 518Km have been covered since 
  • Valid V5c present 

THE CONDITION 

  • Silver paint 
  • Good condition 
  • Minor scratch present
Without question Vespa’s carry a certain class, especially the more originally styled versions. This vehicle was restored prior to the vendor's ownership which unfortunately is undocumented. The choice of colour is fantastic, a gorgeous pairing of silver and tan brown this scooter could be placed in a museum or in an art gallery so the world could behold its charm. We noticed a minor mark on the scooter which has been photographed, something that shouldn’t be too difficult to sort.
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THE MECHANICS 

  • 125cc engine 
  • Speedo replaced during restoration 
Only a handful of miles have been carried out by the current owner who has multiple vehicles in their collection. However, we are assured it is in fit and in fine operating health
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SUMMARY

Vespa is now a global brand thanks to its impact all those years ago. This is a wonderful opportunity to own an Italian imported Vespa that has been kept dry and stored by a collector/enthusiast. It's now ready for its next lease of life.

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Auction Details

  • Year1963
  • MakeVespa
  • ModelVBB
  • ColourSilver
  • Odometer163 Kilometres
  • Engine size125cc
  • Seller TypePrivate
  • TownEdithmead
  • CountySomerset
  • CountryUnited Kingdom
  • Auction ends

Bidding history

4 Bids

The Fat••••
Bid
£6,225
18/08/22
mark-be••••
Pre-bid
£6,125
17/08/22
Tom H H••••
Pre-bid
£1,500
14/08/22
Lidher••••
Pre-bid
£1,000
16/08/22

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