Last drinks for classic Vespa PX Vespa Australia Last drinks for classic Vespa PX
In 1977, Piaggio launched the Vespa PX scooter, which immediately developed a fanatical following as a symbol of Italian style throughout the world. Today, the air-cooled two-stroke PX remains a cult figure, with the 150cc version still the biggest selling Vespa in history.
In Australia, the PX200 has always been the dominant player, but 31 years of history is now drawing to a close with the last container recently arriving from Italy. In other words, it’s now last drinks for the classic Vespa with its handlebar-controlled four-speed transmission and a design that has never gone out of style.
The PX has certainly evolved over time, but it has retained a core set of ‘selling’ points: a unique design, practicality and ease of use, a pressed steel monocoque frame, space for a spare wheel, and competitive pricing. And the engine is indestructible, amply demonstrated by two PX200s reaching the finish line of the 1980 Paris-Dakar Rally, the toughest off-road event in the world.
The electric and kick start PX200 retails for $5990 (plus ORC), and comes with a two-year unlimited-kilometre warranty. Contact your local Piaggio dealer for more information - but hurry as word gets out that an icon is saying goodbye.
For more information please email sales@scootersscooters.com.au published 16/04/2008 |