1956 Lambretta Model D Mk3

Restored by Casa Lambretta

Estimate: £4,000 - £5,000*

Reg No: 812 XVF Frame No: 28541

CC: 150 Engine No: 29018

MOT: Exempt

• Complete quality restoration by Casa Lambretta Milan

• On the ASI historical register

• Completed the London to Brighton ride 2022

The Lambretta model D was first introduced in 1951 as a successor to the model C. The ride experience was much improved and it was a very popular model. By the time of the Mk3, the rear brake was cable controlled, there was a fan on the flywheel forcing air onto the cylinder for improved engine cooling. The gear system now used 2 teleflex cables and there was a rear shock absorber on the rear end. With its larger 150cc engine, the Mk3 is sometimes referred to as the ‘sports’ model and was often used for trials and other races.

This example has been professionally restored to the extremely strict level of quality required by the ASI historical register in Italy. On examination the paint is unblemished and all over the machine we can see that attention has been paid to all aspects of the scooter. Of note, we can see several attractive and useful accessories, notably a very rare Elmer steering lock, Veglia MPH speedometer, Pittoti style passenger foot rests and helmet hook. The ‘butty box’ has its key. A V5C is present.

1950 Lambretta Model C125

Estimate: £2,500 - £3,500*

Reg No: YWG 651 Frame No: 50855

CC: 125 Engine No: 125LC50274

MOT: Exempt

• Nicely presented example

• V5C for use on UK roads

• Correct numbers.

The Lambretta versions C and LC were introduced just 2 years after Innocenti began full scale manufacture and represented a completely revised design after the models A and B. The C was aimed at lower budgeting customers while the LC was marketed to a higher-end clientele, with its covered panels and elegant overall specification. The frame comprised of a single large section tube onto which al of the mechanical components were attached. The engine was similar to the preceding Model B. The C was a popular model and the total production was 87,500 units.

This well presented example, in an attractive Blue, was previously owned by collector Craig Robinson, known for his attention to detail in all matters of Lambretta. It is completely standard as far as we can see. The engine is running and we are informed was in full running order, whilst some attention needs to be made to adjust the teleflex gear cables to use it. The scooter has V5C for use on UK roads.