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Can anybody tell me what is the difference between the 2015 and 2016 models please?
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none for Europe
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The only thing I know of is body work/front end asthetics. I don't know when-but the seat is longer and no trunk. large space under seat though.
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The only thing I know of is body work/front end asthetics. I don't know when-but the seat is longer and no trunk. large space under seat though.
There is only one new model in the US (it is called a 2016). You are comparing it to the 2008-2010 MP3s in the US.
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I'm guessing the price. You could probably get a slightly better deal on a '15.
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I'm guessing the price. You could probably get a slightly better deal on a '15.
You lost me. The price is $8,999 msrp plus transport and set-up in the US for the 2016 model which is the only one available here. The OP was asking, of course, about models in Britain.

http://vespaportland.com/scooters/piaggio/2016-piaggio-mp3-500/
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In my opinion, having just chaged from a 300 yourban to a new 500 business the seat is also wider.
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Just an FYI the 2016 MP-3 is $ 10,300.00 OTD from dealers in Tx. Unless some make deals. I contacted (2) in different cities. Same price. I plan on buying one, I just don't know when exactly. Probably next spring, or I may wait to see what the 2017 looks like.
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Just an FYI the 2016 MP-3 is $ 10,300.00 OTD from dealers in Tx. Unless some make deals. I contacted (2) in different cities. Same price. I plan on buying one, I just don't know when exactly. Probably next spring, or I may wait to see what the 2017 looks like.
With the way Piaggio USA works, it is almost a guarantee that the 2017 model MP3 will be virtually identical to the current current 2016 model. Particularly since they just brought this model to the US this last spring.
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That makes sense. Unless they sell well, I am guessing after a new one sits on their showroom floor for 6-7 months- they might consider selling it for a little less (I am hoping). I am going to buy one, I just don't know when would be to my advantage.
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Unless they sell well, I am guessing after a new one sits on their showroom floor for 6-7 months- they might consider selling it for a little less (I am hoping).
My dealer has had 3 in the crate plus a demo since the new MP3 came out. So far, he has not sold one. I suspect he would talk discount with a serious buyer right now. Don't know how that works out in your neck of the woods, but negotiations usually go better after the summer riding season.
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