58 Vespa

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Josh
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58 Vespa

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I picked up a winter project a few months ago... not a VW, but a Vespa. It's a 1958 Vespa VNA1T 125cc piston ported 2 stroke with the original motor. I have since rebuilt the motor, had the frame sandblasted and started some body work.

I was originally going to leave the sweet patina, but have changed my mind and decided to go all out and make it pretty. I haven't decided on a paint color yet, but I am leaning toward a seafoam green.

I have found out that 58 was a transition year for Vespa.. Like a 67 VW, and parts are scarce! I was pretty lucky as this scooter was complete when I picked it up. Look for it at a campout near you this summer...

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Re: 58 Vespa

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That Vespa is real cool, but not half as cool as that Elvis Lamp.
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I'm more of a fan of the swordfish on the wall. It's pretty sweet.
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That thing is looking GREAT!!!!! It would good as a center piece in the livingroom with the flamingo on in. :D 8-)
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Real sweet Josh. That's quite an eclectic collection of 50's memorabilia you have there. That Vespa will look real nice crusin' around KI this fall.
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The progress is fantastic.........still cant figure out why you are repainting it? ;)
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I love the patina, but I'm sure I'll love "finished" just as much. Just don't mess with that oval! :lol:
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Crapatron wrote:The progress is fantastic.........still cant figure out why you are repainting it? ;)
Me either, but I think I'll go with your suggestion Brett.
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It really is the most logical choice when you factor the coolness -vs- lifestyle choice that you embody :D Plus you got your name proudly displayed on the front to let everyone know who the man is. Whatever color scheme you choose it will be a sweet ride when your through. Keep the updates coming.......
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I took advantage of my 60+ degree day off and finally got to paint this thing. I decided to go with my 58 VW spirit and paint the Vespa sand green. Plus I still had some laying around from my old 58 bus. Came out nice.

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