Description
Lambretta 125 LD 1957
100% original, never restored apart from the fuel tank and the knee pad/ leg shield mat.
Has spent 50 years dry in a garage next to a boiler and is in a rare condition for an unrestored scooter - not a concours condition - it remains very clean and honestly in its original patina.
It was my neighbour's scooter when he was young, a man now around 80.
I have the original 1957 registration document; I am the second owner. The current registration is normal and in my name (not a collector’s).
It is fitted with a leg-cover bag and two original seat covers with a leopard-skin faux leather trim, which will bring you friendly smiles as you ride past, especially with the helmet and goggles on your head. (timing is off, for sure)
The seats are original, so naturally worn and due for replacement but usable.
All electrical is functional.
The inner tubes are recent and airtight, the tyres are pristine.
It starts at the first kick.
It shakes, it smells of two-stroke oil, the 3-speed box is not as well spaced as the Li's 4-speed (second gear is endless), it brakes terribly and it takes up the whole road at more than 45 km/ h, but it’s torquey and full of charm... pure joy for connoisseurs.
Visible faults:
- slight bend in the front mudguard and a paint chip
- the speedometer works but is finicky – to be revisited
Hidden faults:
Not seen :)
I’m including the period full-face helmet and goggles.
I have the original maintenance and user manual as well as the complete workshop manual.
Because of its pre-1960 registration, this scooter is not subject to the MOT.
It is insured normally and I use it regularly for rides, but I lack space - (reason for sale).
I’m based 10 km south of Aire-sur-l’Adour 40800.
No reservations, no remote sales to exotic territory or elsewhere, secure payment in cash, bank check or transfer before collection.
Questions welcome if motivated. A few more photos and videos available.
