Highlights

Running and driving 450 with lots of potential
Perfect promo vehicle for a pub or mobile coffee bar
Easy to drive with huge load capacity
Practical load area with multiple doors
UK registered with interesting plate

The Appeal

The Lambro 450 catapulted Innocenti into the midst of the competitive market for economical, load-lugging three-wheelers with huge city manoeuvrability.

The firm had built triple-wheeled scooters before. The 450 was the first to chase the comfort and all-round usability of small vans and cars thanks to its fully enclosed cab. Behind the bench seat a range of different bodies could accommodate up to 8,821 lb of load - more than a contemporary Mini van.

Today these versatile vans are beloved for their quirkiness and commercial potential - after all, nothing quite stands out on the road like a Lambro. This one arrived in the UK around 10 years ago and is now fully UK registered on the interesting ‘PUB’ prefix registration plate.

It presents well and is said to run and drive well. Work has already begun to convert it to a coffee bar. The buyer could finish this work, which is said to be 98% complete, or this characterful, practical runabout could be pushed in an entirely different direction. The choice is yours!

The History and Paperwork

First registered 1966
Previous keeper imported it to the UK around 11 years ago
He began work to convert it to a coffee bar
We are told this work is ‘98% complete’ and can be seen in photos
MOT and tax exempt by age
Supplied with interesting PUB prefix UK registration plate
Acquired by the seller in 2023
VIN number M413003328
Two registered keepers since arriving in the UK
First UK registered in September 2021 but in UK prior to that
Italian registration document shown in windowscreen in photos
We are told this is a matching numbers engine/chassis vehicle
Vehicle is sold ‘as is’ with scope to complete or use as is

The Condition

Stylish Lambro 450 in grey with generally well kept paintwork
Paint finish is not perfect but presents well with some marks as shown
Bodywork is very presentable with some points to note when viewed up close
Some light dents and signs of age to panelwork to note
Very original exterior fittings including badges, lights and fittings as shown
Large rear load area with side and rear doors providing good access
Partially converted to coffee van with wood-lined trim and draws as shown
Sits on whitewall tyres which are in fair condition but would benefit from a clean
Spare wheel fitted under rear load area
Underside presents well with grey paint finish showing some flaking
Enclosed cab with twin forward-hinged doors and two seat bench seat
Some aging to interior but retains original factory grips, stickers and decals

The Mechanics

175cc single cylinder two stroke engine
We are told this is the original engine for the vehicle
Engine generates a full 7bhp
4spd gearbox plus reverse gear
Said to be capable of up to 100mpg
12V factory electrics
Electric factory starter
Capable of up to 50mph when new
Described as in good running and driving order
We are told that it runs, drives and stops correctly
No reported running or driving issues
Due to sparing recent use some checks and servicing may be required

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