Beschreibung
National Motorcycle Museum | Solihull, West Midlands
Classic Motorcycles and Vintage Scooters
Viewing: Tues 28th October from 1pm
Date: 29th Oct, 2025 10:00
Location: Coventry Road, Bickenhill, Solihull B92 0EJ
1958 Lambretta Li150 Series 1 Framebreather
Rare time-warp model
Estimate
£3, 000 - £4, 000
Registration No: 860 YUH
Frame No: 150Li 501044
MOT: Exempt
Important historical early example
Extremely original
Correct engine and frame numbers
V5C and ready for the road
The Lambretta Li series 1 was launched in April 1958. Some 7 months after the TV175 series 1 was launched. By then Innocenti had eliminated most of the engine problems that the TV175 series 1 had had. The Li150 was a dramatic departure from the shaft driven LD range that had preceded it. The new enclosed chain driven engine was centrally positioned under the frame and had more power than the LD. With larger 10 inch wheels and beautifully designed panel work it was a superb scooter to ride and was instant hit. Coupled with beautiful styling and has been hugely sought after for many years by collectors.
Reportedly verified by Vittorio Tessera of the Lambretta Museumas one of the first 'cross-over' Li models , this notably early ‘Framebreather’ retains such correct features as a TV175 Series 1 petrol flap / side panels, rear seat-mounted pillion grab handle, painted carburettor airbox and TV1-esque engine number stamping. It is at number 1044 one of the first Li's made (the Li125 and Li150 series 1s shared the same number sequencing). Original paint throughout although the side panels, horncast and headset top were painted in a baby blue colour a very long time ago as can be seen by the aged patina. Traces of the original cream factory paint are visible to the inner face of the side panels. All of the ‘Framebreather’ parts remain in situ. The original keys are present as are the front and spare wheel rims. The Vigano accessories - rear rack, front bumper and inside legshield spare wheel holder - are correct to the era and could have been supplied from new. Entering the current ownership in 2013 very few modifications have been made. Converted to 12-volt electrics, the initial 6-volt stator plate accompanies the lot should a new owner wish to reinstate it. The piston rings and single crank oil seal have been replaced in the original engine (number 150Li701152) but otherwise this is an exceptional ‘timewarp’ and very original example of a very rare machine. Seen runnng very well at time of consignment as can be seen by the below video.
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