VESPA 180 SUPER SPORT (BM374)
Very clean and correct example of one of the most desirable 1960’s models. Rare find that we purchased from a private estate in Bresica, Italy in late 2022. Overall professionally restored condition preserving some original patina. Odometer shows 33.5k miles (54K kms), restoration dates to a few years ago with careful storage and little use thereafter. An exceptional 180 SS that shows beautifully, refreshed but not over restored, in sound mechanical condition. Largely original, complete and unmolested. All trim, switches, badges, lights and details correct and in fine shape. Perfect for the discriminating collector or the vintage Vespa enthusiast. Comes with original Italian license plates and documents.
In the mid-60’s, the Super Sport was the top of the line Vespa from 1964 thru 1968. Sleek and sporty, the Super Sport certainly has presence. It is a scooter that really straddles the transition of the Vespas from the old GS style to the new. It had the more angular body work of the later scooters, but was the last to retain the piston-ported style motor used by Piaggio from the very first Vespas. There are quite a few styling details that set them apart from the other Vespas. The aluminum trim on the cowls and mudguard, the trapezoidal headlight (only offered on the SS and GL in the U.S. market), and the over-sized cowls, are all things that make the Super Sport one the best Vespas ever made. The Super Sports were only made for a few years, and are not common today. They were the top sporting Vespa of their time, and as you might expect, they have lots of power. This is a scooter that can still zoom through fifty years after it was made. It is simply a great scooter, and always one that is at the top of the list for a classic Vespa you can really ride. They are certainly among our favorites!
Price (before tax): $18,975
Make: Vespa
Year: 1966
Displacement: 180cc
Inventory number: BM374
License needed: Yes
Specifications:
ENGINE: Two stroke, single cylinder, air cooled, piston port
DISPLACEMENT: 181.2 cc
BORE X STROKE: 2.4 x 2.4 in
COMPRESSION RATIO: 7.7:1
HORSEPOWER: 10.0 HP
TOP SPEED: 65 mph
FUEL SYSTEM: Carburetor Dell’Orto SI 27/23
GEARBOX: 4-Speed, grip-shift, constant mesh
CLUTCH: Wet Multi-plate
FRAME: Pressed sheet steel, streamlined monocoque structure
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FRONT SUSPENSION: Single unit front damper and spring
REAR SUSPENSION: Coil spring with damper
FRONT BRAKE: Drum 125 mm
REAR BRAKE: Drum 127 mm
OVERALL LENGTH: 69.7 in
OVERALL WIDTH: 26.4 in
WEELBASE: 48.0 in
WEIGHT: 256 lbs dry
FUEL CAPACITY: 2.4 gallons
TIRES: FRONT 3.5 x 10”, REAR 3.5 x 10"