GTP Alternative Cool Wall: 1946-1984, 1991 Piaggio Vespa

[Turbo]

1946-1984, 1991 Piaggio Vespa nominated by @Custom878

Body Style: Scooter/Moped
Engine: 50-200cc two-stroke air cooled single cylinder
Power: 2-10hp
Weight: 68-100kg
Note: Nomination does not include the P, PK, and PX series Vespas produced from 1977-onwards.​

 

[Turbo]

Definitely the most hipster mode of transportation.

 

[AOS-]

But it is a neat looking scooter. I often associate Vespas with Mini Coopers.

 

[MisterWaffles]

Scooters may be cool in a historic village in Italy, but not in North America. Meh?

 

[Lizard]

The symbol of British 60s 'Mod' culture.

 

[W3H5]

Sub zero. It's a defining style icon and a timeless design. Shame about the reliability but at least you'll look cool while broken down at the roadside.

 

[SomePlayaDude]

"We're Scooter Brothers. Scooooteerrr Broootherss!"

~ Trevor Phillips

 

[AOS-]

Sub zero. It's a defining style icon and a timeless design. Shame about the reliability but at least you'll look cool while broken down at the roadside.

They're not reliable? Good to know.

 

[W3H5]

They're not reliable? Good to know.

A 60 year old Italian 2-stroke needs some major TLC to keep it running smoothly.

 

[Sage Ages]

A 60 year old Italian 2-stroke needs some major TLC to keep it running smoothly.

Apparently they still make new ones that are similar to the one posted.

But since they're different enough to be considered a new model, and because I think they're ugly, I decided not to include them in the nomination.

 

[Silver Arrows]

Scooters may be cool in a historic village in Italy, but not in North America. Meh?

I dunno, I'd own one if I was living in downtown Vancouver. I mean, you don't need a car for that city anyway.

 

[W3H5]

Apparently they still make new ones that are similar to the one posted.

Indeed, they're very popular here for their retro looks but new engines. In fact I rode past a dealership specialising in retro Italian scooters just a few hours ago.