Modern Vespa

Thanks for the advice, Luigi. Gonna go with a big PASS on these "projects" then

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damm i have to learn to spot Indian bodges too now ~~~

Bodge

http://toronto.en.craigslist.ca/yrk/mcy/1841674081.html

what do you mean by bodge?

A scooter that is built in Nam (Generally)

Utter shite scooters that just might kill you (Nutshell)

Or more PC.... http://www.scooterlounge.com/Vespa/Asian/Asian.shtml

There are now 100's of horror stories mate. You can also search on here.

Cheers

That thing is UGLY AS !#@$..!!!! REGARDLESS OF IT BEING A Bodge... It looks horrible..!!

thanks jimh...i've read about the asian scoots on MV and scoot.net.

I've been looking to get into a reasonably priced scoot and will definitely stay away from the vietnamese junk.

http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/mcy/1839397710.html

PK125 for 2K obo

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/mcy/1845335527.html

Where is my spare cash?

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Bajaj for a grand...great fucking deal.....er....just sayin
http://scoot.net/classifieds/forsale.html?id=22582

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/mcy/1852087674.html

hoping she will return my email..!!!

http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/mcy/1851387404.html

Here's a 1963 GS160 mk2 for $2500. The ad says it's not starting but probably needs a simple carb adjustment. Could be a deal if it's a minor issue.

http://baltimore.craigslist.org/mcy/1845001718.html

this seems to good to pass up...
http://chicago.craigslist.org/nwi/mcy/1853971200.html

http://hartford.craigslist.org/mcy/1856211668.html

What model is this please ? A 150 sprint 0r a 50 cc
Thanks, Brian

Neither, it looks like a VBB.

http://sd.craigslist.org/mcy/1859459290.html

I like what look like old ratchet straps holding the side car on.

Here's a decent veloce for $1500. It's probably a bodge with those turn signals. Just kidding.

http://columbus.craigslist.org/mcy/1861206645.html

http://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/mcy/1861147669.html

the market must be good, 4500?

Perhaps he added an extra zero by mistake?
Weird

He's been watching too much American Pickers.

No shit. I'd give 450, maybe.

I wrote him a couple days ago... here is my email and what he wrote back... Thing is I only emailed him once... funny shit. He must be getting hammered with emails... Hey everyone on the forum should email him - would be good for a laugh.

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You emailed once before but I didn't pay attentiion, do not contact me again about it, I can ask what ever I want for it. Good luck, Dude..

> From: xxxx
> Subject: 1965 '65 Vespa 150s 150 s not gs sprint 4Kmi, not lambretta classic - $4500 (Los Angeles)
> Date: Sat, 24 Jul 2010 21:51:15 -0700
> To: sale-hsgpg-1861147669@craigslist.org
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> ** CRAIGSLIST ADVISORY --- AVOID SCAMS BY DEALING LOCALLY
> ** Avoid: wiring money, cross-border deals, work-at-home
> ** Beware: cashier checks, money orders, escrow, shipping
> ** More Info: http://www.craigslist.org/about/scams.html
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> Dude, no offense but your 150 is way overpriced... you should really shoot for more like $500-$750 based on the pic and the fact that it is not running. VBB's are nice bikes, but a dime a dozen. Most people would not pay more than $2,500 for one in great shape - that would be one that has been restored including new paint and a new/rebuilt engine or totally OG. That being said I am not trying to buy the scoot, just a bit of insight...
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> http://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/mcy/1861147669.html
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The New Busy think 9 to 5 is a cute idea. Combine multiple calendars with Hotmail. Get busy.

hi all! i don't own a scoot yet but have been searching daily and am confident i'll find one soon. i contacted the seller and they seem motivated to sell but i have a feeling this scoot is WAY overpriced. is it or am i still very green? thanks for your feedback.

http://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/mcy/1829146138.html

Personally I would offer around 15-2000 range then again has just my estimate

I agree that it is way overpriced. Also of concern (to me anyway) is that it sounds like it has a new LML engine in it, not the original Piaggio engine. The seller is calling it a P150X but this can't be accurate since Piaggio stopped production of that model in 1981. Maybe it is a PX150E, but that would mean it was imported from Europe sometime later since this model was never imported to NA. It could also be a P125 or P200 with an LML 150 in it, but then the seller should say so. The body is also beat...too many half-assed modifications (non-OG paint, steel plate floorboards, spray-painted rims, and what is up with the non-original headset? Or is the square headlight because it is an imported model?)

My advice is to resist the temptation to just get a scooter (I know the feeling) and wait for the right one to come around.

Totally the wrong vibe from this seller. Run, don't walk, away.

Those are LML electronics on the back of that motor and the square headsets are known to be on Vespa P-series from the SE Asia. I would avoid at that price.

PGO right?

Yes, PGO.

thanks all for the insight! i haven't seen the scoot in person only spoke to the seller by phone. its hard to wait for the right one...but its better than having buyers remorse. the search continues...

btw, what is PGO?

Anyone looking for an all original 1965 Gran Lusso? Here you go. $2,000 OBO. The color description lines up since the GL only came in Ivory/cream color. The seller didn't indicate the model so I asked and was emailed GL. I believe the seller has the year wrong. It is more likely a 1965 since that was the last year of production of this particular model. If it is what he says, this could be a steal. An OG bike that is not so common at a great price.

http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/mcy/1863802103.html

I've asked for some photos. Should have them tomorrow.

1982 Vespa parts for 500 Looks like a complete body?

http://austin.craigslist.org/mcy/1864258489.html

I already emailed the guy he only wants to sell it as a whole not parting it out for anyone who wanted to know...

Here are some photos of the 65 GL that was previously posted for sale:

oh wow! sweet ride. it looks original to me. need some work but still a beauty.

that basket is ACE! I want one!

has anyone seen that before?

I appreciate your optimism. I wish that GL was mine. Don't have the $ right now to buy it. Just trying to post good leads for folks here on the board. Figured someone here might want her.