Highlights

Restored in 2025 by the previous owner
Collector's registration
Presented as exempt from roadworthy inspection
Matching numbers reported
Rare Franco-Italian microcar

The charm

The ACMA Vespa 400 is one of the most quirky microcars of the post-war era. Built in France under Piaggio licence between 1957 and 1961, it helped put motoring within reach of many families thanks to its small 393 cc engine and three-speed manual gearbox. Relatively few examples survive today, regardless of condition.

This 1959 example was restored in 2025 by its previous owner, and the seller describes it as being in very good overall condition. Painted in blue with a beige interior, it has the period charm you'd expect. Registered in France on a collector's registration, this Vespa 400 is a rare chance to acquire one of these endearing microcars, presented as ready to hit the road.

Key information

Mileage: 35,500 km shown
Country of registration: France
Roadworthy inspection: presented as not required
Specifications: 393 cc engine, three-speed manual gearbox
Documents: collector's registration

The details

Restored in 2025 by the previous owner
Period blue finish in good apparent condition
Some minor paint and bodywork imperfections visible on close inspection
Some minor trim defects
French yellow-tinted glass headlights
Folding soft top in good working order during demonstration
Well-kept interior, appears original
Left-hand drive
Matching serial numbers reported

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