skadanny wrote:
You need to do a little research, because I threw out an obvious joke that flew by you.
First, the lowliest restored vintage Vespa is worth good money. A "cheap" restored Vespa would be at least $2000, bare minimum. And that would be something crappy like a 3-speed 125 or a 50cc model, both of which are glorified mopeds -- meaning good luck getting them over 40mph, tops. I've picked up numerous trashed 125s for free and walked away from them because they're honestly not worth restoring. Their main value is as pretty store displays (and yes, there is a definite market for that).
Second, the Vespa GS is a legendary vintage model. A rusted out one falling apart would still be worth $2000 and a restored one $5000 easily on the low side.
In summary, I was messing with you, sorry.
So you know, if I found a "cheap" Vespa, as a hardcore scooterist, I would hook up a local with it, just like most other hardcore scooterists would. Anyone else would just flip it and make some good money. Your best way to get a deal is to befriend a local scooter club near you and have them help you find something you can afford and be happy with and then in turn they'll expect you to ride with them after you get it. They would be helping you to expand their group.
Scooters come in as many variations as cars, so without some research, you really won't know what you're looking at or what it's worth. If you are remotely serious, you need to do some of that research.
Take care,
Danny
I figured as much. I know GS's are more rare, but you never know what someone can have or be willing to unload. I have friends around Philly who find cheap(er) Vespas that people are unloading for under $1,200 and they fix them up. AND, I have friends that are in scooter clubs that are keeping their eyes open for good deals as well. Just figured I'd ask and see if you knew if anything was available.
Dick.