Highlights

Just 140 miles since restoration
£5,000 renovation, including full engine rebuild
Long-term enthusiast current keeper
Desirable ‘slim style’ late model LI
Neat extras, including luggage rack and spare wheel
Very good example of these iconic scooters

The Appeal

For 1960s buyers after a city commuter and classic enthusiasts seeking a stylish scooter, there was and is only one answer: a Lambretta. Brilliant handling and decent acceleration make any Lambretta a hoot. That they are comfortable, too, makes them perfect for longer rides.

Later bikes, like this LI, introduced the slim style that turned these scooters into design icons. Looking at this lovely ‘65 LI 125, we can almost hear the rat-tat-tat of its engine, smell the two-stroke, and see the signs marked ‘Brighton Beach.’

This is due to its remarkable condition, the result of a £5,000 restoration that was commissioned when the vendor bought this bike in 2012. It has covered just 140 miles since, delivering to the buyer a desirable LI125 that is virtually brand new.

Together with its neat extras like the chrome luggage rack, spare wheel and even a period correct tax disc, this superb scooter would make a great addition to any collection.

The vendor tells us:

“It is a stunning bike that will put a big smile on your face. I just haven’t got time to enjoy her.”

The History and Paperwork

First registered 1965
Factory built in 1965
Lambretta Club verification certificate as shown dated June 2012
Imported to UK in July 2012
Two registered keepers since arrival
Current keeper since October 2012
Vendor acquired scooter in 2012 from an enthusiast specialist importer
Restored by vendor following purchase at cost of £5,000 including engine rebuild
Invoices for the restoration work included in photo file
MPH speedometer fitted during restoration and zero’d following engine rebuild
MOT history verifies the low displayed mileage
V5C showing vehicle is registered as a Historic Vehicle so MOT, tax and ULEZ exempt
Last MOT expired late 2018 with 130 miles showing on test and no advisiries
Fitted with extras including luggage rack, spare wheel and period tax disc as shown
DVLA import and registration documents as shown
Old MOTs as shown in photos

The Condition

Stylish off-white finish in very good order with only light signs of age
Restored bike as detailed in photos with late model LI design improvements
Nicely detailed scooter with checkered mud flap, decals, original badging and luggage rack
There is even a period tax disc as shown
There are some small chips to the bodywork including front mudguard to note in photos
Quality Michelin tyres fitted with spare wheel and rim fitted to inside of faring as shown
Black vinyl bench seat in good order with no obvious damage or wear
Lights, grips, trim and other fittings present well, some appearing refurbished or replaced
Fitted with a MPH speedo as detailed above

The Mechanics

Rebuilt 123cc two-stroke 5bhp engine
Engine has covered 140 miles since rebuild
4spd manual gearbox
Invoice for extensive mechanical overhaul shown in photos
This work was undertaken shortly after the vendor acquired the scooter in 2012
No reported running or driving issues
Bike has covered only 10 miles since last advisory-free MOT

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