Description
National Motorcycle Museum | Solihull, West Midlands
Viewing: Tues 24th March from 1pm
Auction: Wed 25th March from 9am
Location: National Motorcycle Museum, Coventry Road, Bickenhill, Solihull B92 0EJ
1963 Lambretta TV175 series 3
Restored by Disco Dez Scooters - No Reserve
Registration No: AEV 452A
Frame No: 509928
MOT: Exempt
Restored by Disco Dez Scooters
Correct numbers
V5 for use on UK roads
No reserve
The Lambretta TV175 series 3 was launched in March 1962 and it was the first scooter supplied with an internal disc brake. It was a remarkable change from the previous TV175 series 2 with new sleek slim styling. The front shock absorbers were enhanced with extra dampers as in the previous TV series 2 models. The TV series 3 also had larger silent blocks than the previous engines and it had a very good reputation as a smooth and well-balanced scooter with great handling attributes.
This example is trademark Disco Dez creation with a vibrant colour scheme and interesting accessories. Most of the original components appear to have been re-used including all badges and the panel scrolls to a high standard. The scooter is we understand standard TV175 engine with no modifications except for a 12V upgrade. The panels all seem to fit well and the side panels both closed easily. The type of rear wheel disc accessory is fairly rare to find now and included the threaded rear hub nut to easily take the Styla spinner. The front wheel accessory is also quite unique. Continental white wall tyres are present. The scooter was in full working condition when parked up a few years ago we understand and is still in good presentable order needing some tidying mainly to the accessories. The engine is free and turned over when we inspected it but no attempt was made to start it. The scooter had an agreed valuation of £7000 however it is on sale in this auction with no reserve price.
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