26th Mar, 2025 10:00

National Motorcycle Museum | Solihull, West Midlands

 
Lot 152
 

1961 Vespa Douglas 152L2 Combination

Sold for £4,600

(including buyers premium)


Lot details

Registration No: USJ 410
Frame No: BB 34879
MOT: Exempt

  • Restored by SRP Racetech
  • In running condition we are informed
  • V5C ready for the road

The 152L2 range of Vespas released in 1959 were the immediate successors to the long running ‘tubular handlebar’ scooters of the 1950s and in the UK was the first model made in Britain to have cast handlebars like the GS. Many of the parts were imported from Italy and the 152L2 is unique in that it has a mix of Italian and British made parts. The engine was a rotary inducted design which improved reliability, gave more power but reduced fuel consumption and required less oil in the fuel mix with the carburettor was relocated to a position just above the engine. As a whole package it was a much more professional looking machine whilst retaining many similar features of the desirable lines of the GS. They are now becoming increasingly collectible as with most of the Bristol made Vespas.

This 152L2 with correct engine and chassis numbers is in a well presented condition. Restored by SRP Racetech of Bridgewater, the paintwork was carried out by Steve Robertson of Taunton. It was used to transport 'Santa Claus' and for other novelty events in the sidecar, but has seldom been used since it was restored. The racks front and rear are original Douglas supplied accessories.

For more information, please contact:
Paul Diamond
info@vintagescooters.co.uk
07768 313001

 

Auction: National Motorcycle Museum | Solihull, West Midlands, 26th Mar, 2025

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