1946-2006, sixty years of Vespa: the models that have made history

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Vespa, an Italian style icon since 1946 | Vespa.com
Vespa, 1946 - 2006
Vespa GTV and LXV, 2006 – Conceived to celebrate an absolute legend in the world of two wheelers, the Vespa LXV and Vespa GTV repeat and reinterpret the most distinctive elements of ‘50s and ‘60s styling in form and function. The Vespa GTV, available with 125 and 250 cc engines, stands out for its headlight mounted on the mudguard just as the original 1946 prototype. Retro, Vespa Lxv, Vespa Motorcycle, Vespa Lambretta
Vespa, an Italian style icon since 1946 | Vespa.com
Vespa GTV and LXV, 2006 – Conceived to celebrate an absolute legend in the world of two wheelers, the Vespa LXV and Vespa GTV repeat and reinterpret the most distinctive elements of ‘50s and ‘60s styling in form and function. The Vespa GTV, available with 125 and 250 cc engines, stands out for its headlight mounted on the mudguard just as the original 1946 prototype.
Vespa GTV and LXV, 2006 – Conceived to celebrate an absolute legend in the world of two wheelers, the Vespa LXV and Vespa GTV repeat and reinterpret the most distinctive elements of ‘50s and ‘60s styling in form and function. The Vespa GTV, available with 125 and 250 cc engines, stands out for its headlight mounted on the mudguard just as the original 1946 prototype. Vespa Gt, Vespa Motor Scooters, Yamaha Scooter
Vespa, an Italian style icon since 1946 | Vespa.com
Vespa GTV and LXV, 2006 – Conceived to celebrate an absolute legend in the world of two wheelers, the Vespa LXV and Vespa GTV repeat and reinterpret the most distinctive elements of ‘50s and ‘60s styling in form and function. The Vespa GTV, available with 125 and 250 cc engines, stands out for its headlight mounted on the mudguard just as the original 1946 prototype.
Vespa GT 60°, 250cc, 2006 – This is the gift that Vespa was determined to give its fans to celebrate the company’s sixtieth anniversary. With its prestigious materials and exclusive finish, this unique limited edition is made in a series of only 999 units, and is destined to become one of the milestones in Vespa’s long history. Vespa S, Moto, Vespa Accessories, 250cc, Auto
Vespa, an Italian style icon since 1946 | Vespa.com
Vespa GT 60°, 250cc, 2006 – This is the gift that Vespa was determined to give its fans to celebrate the company’s sixtieth anniversary. With its prestigious materials and exclusive finish, this unique limited edition is made in a series of only 999 units, and is destined to become one of the milestones in Vespa’s long history.
Vespa LX 50 Hybrid, 2005 Supersport, Vespa Lx, Motorbikes, Moped, Italian Scooter
Vespa, an Italian style icon since 1946 | Vespa.com
Vespa LX 50 Hybrid, 2005
Vespa LX, 2005 - This was the return of the "vespino", the small body model which was offered alongside the larger "vespone" for more than 40 years, in an extremely modern stylistic and technical key. Vespa LX replaced the glorious Vespa ET (more than 460,000 units sold from 1996) and, from 10 March, is available in four modern and ecological engine sizes: 50cc two and four stroke, 125 and 150cc four stroke. Used Bikes, Autos, Bike, Honda, Scooter Bike
Vespa, an Italian style icon since 1946 | Vespa.com
Vespa LX, 2005 - This was the return of the "vespino", the small body model which was offered alongside the larger "vespone" for more than 40 years, in an extremely modern stylistic and technical key. Vespa LX replaced the glorious Vespa ET (more than 460,000 units sold from 1996) and, from 10 March, is available in four modern and ecological engine sizes: 50cc two and four stroke, 125 and 150cc four stroke.
Vespa GTS 250 i.e.2005 – Fifty years after the launch of the Vespa GS (Gran Sport), the first sport scooter in history and still a sought after treasure for collectors and fans, Vespa GTS 250 i.e. – launched on 25 May 2005 in Portofino – renews the GS blend of speed and style to become the fastest, most powerful and most high-tech Vespa in history. From 2011, Vespa GTS “grew” to the 300 class with an avant-grade, extremely powerful four-valve, liquid cooled engine with electronic injection. Models, Vespa Gts 250
Vespa, an Italian style icon since 1946 | Vespa.com
Vespa GTS 250 i.e.2005 – Fifty years after the launch of the Vespa GS (Gran Sport), the first sport scooter in history and still a sought after treasure for collectors and fans, Vespa GTS 250 i.e. – launched on 25 May 2005 in Portofino – renews the GS blend of speed and style to become the fastest, most powerful and most high-tech Vespa in history. From 2011, Vespa GTS “grew” to the 300 class with an avant-grade, extremely powerful four-valve, liquid cooled engine with electronic injection.
Vespa Granturismo 200L and 125L, 2003 – In 2003, the Granturismo made its appearance as the most powerful Vespa ever produced. In 200L and 125L versions, it combines the Vespa’s emotional appeal with state-of-the-art technology: this was the first-ever Vespa to have sparkling four-stroke, four-valve, liquid-cooled engines that meet the new Euro 2 emissions standards, as well as 12-inch wheels and a two-disk brake system. The steel body is a uniquely Vespa touch. Vespa Vintage, Motos, Lambretta
Vespa, an Italian style icon since 1946 | Vespa.com
Vespa Granturismo 200L and 125L, 2003 – In 2003, the Granturismo made its appearance as the most powerful Vespa ever produced. In 200L and 125L versions, it combines the Vespa’s emotional appeal with state-of-the-art technology: this was the first-ever Vespa to have sparkling four-stroke, four-valve, liquid-cooled engines that meet the new Euro 2 emissions standards, as well as 12-inch wheels and a two-disk brake system. The steel body is a uniquely Vespa touch.
Vespa ET4 50, 2000 - The last model of the "new generation" of Vespas in chronological order was the ET4 50 cc, launched in Autumn of 2000. It was the first Vespa 50 equipped with a 4-stroke engine and, thanks to the characteristics of its power plant, it established a true and proper range record: of over 500 km with a full tank. New Vespa, Vespa 125, Vespa Et2, Vespa Et4, Vespa 50, Honda Legend
Vespa, an Italian style icon since 1946 | Vespa.com
Vespa ET4 50, 2000 - The last model of the "new generation" of Vespas in chronological order was the ET4 50 cc, launched in Autumn of 2000. It was the first Vespa 50 equipped with a 4-stroke engine and, thanks to the characteristics of its power plant, it established a true and proper range record: of over 500 km with a full tank.
Vespa ET4 125cc, 1996 - The “new generation Vespa” with a four-stroke engine, launched on the 50th anniversary. In 1997 and 1998 it was the best selling two wheeled vehicle (including motorcycles) all around the Europe and it was followed by the ET2 50 cc version and then in 1999 also by the classic ET4 150 cc. Devon, Ferrari, Scooter, Vehicles
Vespa, an Italian style icon since 1946 | Vespa.com
Vespa ET4 125cc, 1996 - The “new generation Vespa” with a four-stroke engine, launched on the 50th anniversary. In 1997 and 1998 it was the best selling two wheeled vehicle (including motorcycles) all around the Europe and it was followed by the ET2 50 cc version and then in 1999 also by the classic ET4 150 cc.
Vespa PK 125, 1983 - This replaced the Vespa Primavera (standard and ET3). The styling was new, and the PK body was completely different from that of previous scooters, because the welds of the body no longer overlapped but were integral. Porsche, Vespa Px 150, Vespa Px
Vespa, an Italian style icon since 1946 | Vespa.com
Vespa PK 125, 1983 - This replaced the Vespa Primavera (standard and ET3). The styling was new, and the PK body was completely different from that of previous scooters, because the welds of the body no longer overlapped but were integral.
Vespa P 125 X, 1978 - The “PX” marked a new step forward in styling (the bodywork was completely redesigned) and performance. The hold-all was positioned behind the cowling. Vespa Px 125, Vespa 200
Vespa, an Italian style icon since 1946 | Vespa.com
Vespa P 125 X, 1978 - The “PX” marked a new step forward in styling (the bodywork was completely redesigned) and performance. The hold-all was positioned behind the cowling.
Vespa 125 Primavera ET3, 1976 - The name stood for “Electronic 3 intake ports”, and included important changes to the engine, which had more power and sparkle. Even the styling was changed from the standard Primavera (which remained in the range). Ducati, Triumph Motorcycles
Vespa, an Italian style icon since 1946 | Vespa.com
Vespa 125 Primavera ET3, 1976 - The name stood for “Electronic 3 intake ports”, and included important changes to the engine, which had more power and sparkle. Even the styling was changed from the standard Primavera (which remained in the range).
Vespa Super Sprint 90, 1966 - A special series derived from the Vespa 50/90 cc and the “new” 125, the hold-all was positioned between the saddle and the handlebar for a more “laid-back” riding style. The handlebar was narrow and low, and the mudguard and cowling were streamlined. With an engine capacity of only 90 cc, it could do 93 km/h. Moto Guzzi, Vespa 400, Moto E, Classic Bikes
Vespa, an Italian style icon since 1946 | Vespa.com
Vespa Super Sprint 90, 1966 - A special series derived from the Vespa 50/90 cc and the “new” 125, the hold-all was positioned between the saddle and the handlebar for a more “laid-back” riding style. The handlebar was narrow and low, and the mudguard and cowling were streamlined. With an engine capacity of only 90 cc, it could do 93 km/h.
Vespa 50, 1964 - The first Vespa 50 cc, created to exploit the new Italian Highway Code which made a number plate obligatory on larger engines. Extremely versatile and reliable, the engine featured a new layout, with the cylinder inclined 45° instead of horizontal. It was the last design to leave Corradino D’Ascanio’s drawing board. Design, Layout, Fiat Topolino, Vespa 50 Special
Vespa, an Italian style icon since 1946 | Vespa.com
Vespa 50, 1964 - The first Vespa 50 cc, created to exploit the new Italian Highway Code which made a number plate obligatory on larger engines. Extremely versatile and reliable, the engine featured a new layout, with the cylinder inclined 45° instead of horizontal. It was the last design to leave Corradino D’Ascanio’s drawing board.