I guess a good place to start would be with something to work on. I found an ad on the local kijiji for what was described as a "vintage 1959 innocenti lambretta 175". The ad had some crummy pictures of an unloved Lambretta tucked in a makeshift shed and went on to state that it still ran and drove well, was all original, and that only serious inquires were welcome.
I did some quick googling, and based on what I could find about years, paint colours, and the 175 displacement, I figured that it was a TV 175. Some more googling suggested that these are kinda really awesome to have.
I contacted a friend of mine who gave me some more information, confirmed my findings, and generally supported my insane desire to buy it. So I did. I paid $1000, which was the limit I had put on what I would spend for it.
I brought it home today (ok, so actually yesterday, it's late). It's actually a 1961, based on the frame number. That's where I am now-with a Lammy that needs some love. Pictures tomorrow.
Next Step: I found an online parts catalogue at Scooter Help. I'm going to print it out as a reference to assist me in figuring out what should be where and what isn't there.
Damage So Far: $1000 + Paper and Ink that I've stolen from my parents XD
Certifiable. Toys in the attic. Suitable case for treatment. Good thing you are working out to build up the muscles in that kick-start leg. Best of luck.
ReplyDeleteBut.... You knew all that BEFORE I bought a Lammy. What can I say, I started wandering and someone lead me astray. :)
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