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Another great scooter from George and his team at CP Classics
(my second one). Their scooters are prepared to the highest
standard and look stunning. Lots of stainless and chrome on this
1962 VBB 150.
Thanks George, your skill is much appreciated. |
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I
purchased my 1962 Vespa last year, and the process was seamless.
George and his team provide exhaustive purchase/transport
information on this website, and it went just as it was
outlined. The job they did restoring the Vespa was outstanding,
and is a real beauty! They deliver just what they promise. I
will offer one cautionary note for someone living in California:
the California DMV has gotten very strict about registering
imported Vespas. They wanted the original title transfer
document from Vietnam, which was difficult to obtain.
Unfortunately, DMV did not inform me that a solution to the
registration problem is to obtain a Surety Bond from an
insurance company. I only found out about this option thanks to
the advice I got from another California resident who had the
same problem registering their imported lancasterclassics'
scooter. Getting a Surety Bond is a pretty simple process for
the registration. But, it was the only solution I could find. I
would recommend biting the bullet and getting the Surety Bond
right up front in the registration process (if your from CA) so
you can spend more time enjoying the ride on your new, restored
"lancasterclassics" scooter! Thanks, again, George and Team for a great
product and providing me with many fun rides on my restored Vespa. |
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Gary Richmond |
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I love my 1967 Lambretta SX200. It is beautiful and rides great. I
communicated with George for months before purchase and we still
talk months after the purchase. George follows through with after
sale support quickly and with great knowledge. I want to get
another one…I just need more room in my garage for it!! |
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Craig J Della Vedova |
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I ordered a beautiful Tiffany Blue 1964 Vespa VBB Scooter with a
sidecar from George this past Fall and the whole buying and
shipping process went very smooth. The quality and performance
of the unit is simply amazing, absolutely beautiful! I was
skeptical as I’ve never ordered anything from overseas. However,
George and one of his good buyers assured me that I would be
getting a good quality scooter, I’m very happy! George is a true
professional and he stands by his product. He made the whole
buying experience easy for me. I had photos sent
during the rebuild phase and of the unit being tested, along
with operating instructions. It was all very helpful information
for a first timer (Vespa driver) like myself. When I first drove
it out with my husband, we accidentally scraped the sidecar
damaging the light that sits on the side unit. I told George what
happened and he sent out a new light fixture for me soon after.
All I needed to do is get the sidecar repainted here locally.
George will ship extra paint for touch up purposes with your Vespa
along with the accessories. George and his team are the BEST!
Thank you for the gorgeous restore, George! I love my scooter! |
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Jeffery A Wadsen |
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I choose the 1966 VBC with side car. The most difficult decision
was what color. Silver/blue or cream or cherry red. As you see
in the pictures the cherry red won out. Really happy with George
and his workers making the entire process a fun and exciting
event. George was especially helpful giving me the contact who
person accept and deliver the 900 lb box from San Francisco to
my home in San Jose, California The paper work sent gave my the
ability to register the Vespa at the California DMV with no
problems. I’m a very happy owner at age 81 and will be happy to
provide specifics on the buying/shipping/owning details. I’m
very surprised how much power the scooter has with the side car.
Very satisfactory! |
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Sabatino Zirolla |
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Dear George and the lancasterclassics team When the crate was opened I
was stunned. The attention to detail was clearly evident. The
add ons I asked for were expertly installed. She is an absolute
beauty and my wife was thrilled. Everything went smoothly and
the communication was superb. Thanks lancasterclassics for a job VERY
well done. |
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George B Miller |
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George and his team at lancasterclassics just delivered me three more
amazing scooters to bring the total we have done together to
five. These three included a 1956 Lambretta LD150, a 1955Vespa
VL2T and a 1960 Vespa VBB restored as an MP6 replica. They are
all amazing scooters- beautifully restored and mechanically
exceptional. All three started up and ran great. My biggest
problem is choosing which one to ride! George and his team are the
best at what they do, not to mention fair priced. George is a
great communicator and keeps you involved through every step of
the process. Packing and transport is flawless. lancasterclassics is
as good as any restorer in Italy and they are the only one based
in Viet Nam that you can trust and have confidence in. |
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Lisa Jayne Jackson |
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WOW !!!!! Amazing.
A very special thank you to George and all his team at Nebula
Scooters, for the care and professionalism shown to us every step
of the way during our recent acquisition of a beautifully
restored 1963 Vespa GS 160. From the moment George
and I spoke on the phone, I felt comfortable that we were in
capable hands. Upon delivery we were left speechless at the
level of detail that goes into each one of these meticulous
restorations.
Totally exceeded our expectations especially to the small
attention to detail like the inclusion of stylish rubber floor
mat, dust/rain cover, spares kit and retro owners manual, was
such a nice touch.
We are so honored to be the next custodian of this gorgeous 55
year old classic, who we have named ‘Giulia”.
Photos cannot do justice. So much love and true passion goes
into bringing these artisan made Vespas back to their former
glory. In my humble opinion, I think they look even better that
they would have when initially rolled off the production floor
all those years ago.
Currently living and working in HCMC, Vietnam, however we intend
to return to New Zealand following completion of our work
over here. One of the first items to be carefully packed and
shipped will be the new addition to the family. George extended an
open invitation to us, that he would be very happy to help us
with that process when we are ready for the move.
Much appreciation and gratitude for such a great experience.
Happy to chat to anyone interested who is thinking of investing
in one from lancasterclassics. |
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George George |
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The best in the business!!!!! If you have to buy a Vespa, go to
lancasterclassics. George is the best operator in the business and his
team is the best renovator IN THE WORLD!! I’ve had my 66/150
sport for the past five years and could not be happier. I am now
too old to have another one but if I could I would. Thank You
George, you’ve given me the mean to remember my youth. George
George |
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Matt Whitley |
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I would just like to offer my thanks and congratulations to all
the team for the excellent restoration of my recently purchased
1964 GS160 Vespa. The high quality restoration and the
faultless transaction in the importation to Auckland was
excellent.
It’s almost too good too ride. Special thanks to George for
continual up to date progress info. |
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Clive Evans |
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I
went all in and purchased a 1961 VBB and a 1968 VBL with sidecar
from lancasterclassics. I uncrated the bikes and they were flawless.
I was blown away. Upon inspecting how they were packed, it is
easy to see how they have never had a damage claim. The packing
and securing of the bikes to the crates was as professional as
it gets. I chose to fire up the VBB first and she fired right up
on the third kick. Two minutes later I was headed down the road
on my maiden voyage. She performed flawlessly, shifted smoothly,
had good power and well, it was just a great experience. Anyone
who has properly considered investing in a vintage restored
Vespa has probably heard some horror stories about bikes
restored in Viet Nam. I can unequivocally state that the Vespa’s
from lancasterclassics and team are the real deal. George and his team
do amazing work and he is a man of his word. If you are
considering investing in a vintage restored Vespa, you can do so
with confidence with lancasterclassics. This is not a paid
for or planted review, I provide this based solely on my own
personal experience. Thanks again George
for two great bikes. We will be getting together on a third
soon. |
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Gail Campell |
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Hi
George, I just wanted to say a great big thank you to you & your
team for the excellent job you did with Sophia my beautiful 1967 Vespa VBC. As you know she was a 50th birthday present & it was
great to visit your workshop & see her on my birthday whilst in
Viet Nam. My Vespa (Sophia) is now finally home & all
done with road worthy / safety inspections & fully registered in
QLD Australia. She receives many admiring glances & comments
whilst out & about, folks just love her! Thanks for all your
excellent work & for all your help whenever I’ve contacted you.
To anyone thinking of buying from George at lancasterclassics, I can
only say, go ahead, do it, you won’t be disappointed! |
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Clifford Packer |
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I decided to get back into scootering after a break of some
48years and chose lancasterclassics after some research and by
testimonials from other owners I’m very glad I did. This is my
first purchase from George and his team and I have to say it is
beyond my wildest dreams, the attention to detail is amazing.
The purchasing process was made very easy the shipping to was a
good experience overall I’m vey happy indeed.
Thanks George and your team |
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Tuso Ikc |
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We
ordered from George two VBB Vespas. Everything worked well
regarding shipping. As for the quality of the restoration I can
say that the shop team did great job no even minor issue so far.
The VBBs are great and looking forward on ordering another one
next year. |
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Sean Coleman |
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I purchased a 1964 Vespa APE and the scooter EXCEEDED ALL
EXPECTATIONS ! The scooter is beyond pristine and is true show
quality. If you want to own a classic Vespa, this is the only
place in the world to buy one. George was the ultimate
professional before, during, and after the sale. YOU BE THRILLED
IF YOU BUY A lancasterclassics' scooter. |
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R.Miller |
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I have now bought 12 scooters from George and have not had a major
problem yet, bikes are all running well. I am an experienced
bike and scooter resto man and if he says its got a new cylinder
piston etc it will have, yes parts are all good quality. I have
a few of Georges bikes in Hertfordshire (UK). |
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Donald Felmann |
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Fun process witnessing the stages of construction. 1966 Vespa
VBC Super – Midnight Black arrived in New York, and was an
absolute thing of beauty. I appreciate your help throughout this
endeavor. |
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Bill Bucklew |
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I
was quite skeptical, but placed a deposit for a 1966 VBB 150
(Pictured) and as I travel a bit to Asia, actually took the
unusual step of hopping over to Vietnam to check on the scooter
and meet George in person. I am very happy with it, I had a few
minor problems that where easily fixable and the finish is
absolutely immaculate. I have no reservations in recommending
lancasterclassics
and George, it has exceeded my expectations. |
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Chase Miller |
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Scooter arrived late December 2016 so haven’t really had chance
to ride a great deal, so far have clocked up 350km have to say
am really pleased with it, the ride is smooth and feels a lot
more stable than my p200!!.
Cant fault George and his team for communication and for being
helpful nothing was too much trouble.
The scooter attracts attention everywhere i have been all people
saying how fantastic it looks.
Didn't have any problems registering it its a fairly simple task,
make sure you send all relevant documentation required.
Scoot arrived in sturdy wooden packaging well bolted down,
spares were in toolbox, cover, bulbs, spark plug, spark plug
socket, cables, manual and full packet of documentation.
I ordered a bench seat as well as the singles, my opinion the
bench is better as the riding position is better.
Also had indicators fitted which look brilliant.
All in all so far am well impressed with build quality and
finish fair play to George his scooters do exactly what he states
they do.
Looking forward to getting it run in. |
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Philip Greenaway |
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If you are worried about what some have said negative about
these guys, if you have reservations about buying from them…I
would like to say I have personally had a wonderful experience
and LOVE LOVE LOVE my gorgeous perfect 1965 Lambretta! She is better
than I expected, runs perfect and turns heads. Came packed
perfectly, no issues, super happy customer and will likely buy
another! |
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Robert Comtois |
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Hello cycle folks.
I bought a 1966 Lambretta from George at lancasterclassics. I’m a what you
would call an enthusiast.
If your just starting to ride or are an old hand you won’t be
disappointed.
The quality of their work is the very fine. I can tell they
enjoy the whole process. From conception to shipment. I love
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Ethan Thompson |
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Hi everyone in Vespa land. I have the VBC Super 1966, which is a
real head turner. The 150cc engine with the sports exhaust,
rides like a moto GP bike. Thanks to George and his crew at
lancasterclassics! People stop to say what a piece of art and history...so
cool! Keep up the fantastic service. Thanks lancasterclassics. Well
it’s time to ride now!
Cheers everyone!! |
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Guttorm Skretting |
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I have bought a 1965 LI Special Lambretta. It arrived as promised
from George and looked even better in real. I can recommend George
and the rest of his crew.
Veldig fornĝyd med servicen til George. Kan anbefale
lancasterclassics
pċ det varmeste. |
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Eric Rawet |
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I recently purchased my Midge (short for Mildred) from Nebula
Scooters And frankly, couldn’t be happier. George and the team @
lancasterclassics. delivered exactly what they promised. An absolutely
beautiful and beautifully restored Vespa. I’ve had her long
enough to ride several thousand k’s and, like I said, I couldn’t
be happier. There’s NO BODGE here folks! When I buy a Vespa for
my son in a year or so, I’ll buy from George and the crew @
Nebula.
Congrats George and fella’s @
Nebula. Job well done. Thanx for My
Midge. Cheers. |
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Chris Hill |
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I have had my ’63 LI for nearly a year now and it hasn’t missed
a beat. George and his team did an excellent job on the bike from
top to bottom and the communications throughout the process was
really good. I definitely recommend lancasterclassics to anyone
looking for a restored Vespa. |
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John Milford |
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Earlier this year I bought a Vespa Faro Basso from George at
lancasterclassics.
I have to say that George made this purchase very easy including
all the import stuff and I am really pleased with my scooter.
The standard of restoration is excellent. I have no hesitation
in recommending George and his company to anyone whishing to buy a
scooter from him. |
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Graham |
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George and his team were recommended to me by a good friend. From
initial enquiry to finally receiving my Vespa 180SS I cannot
fault anything.
George is a top bloke in my opinion, answered all my emails in a
timely manner, even the daft questions!
Even the agents in the UK were brilliant.
If you are thinking of getting a scooter you won’t be
disappointed with lancasterclassics. |
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Markus Frede |
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Hi Vintage Vespa fans,
I bought my ’64 blue VBB after I visited George in HCMC in 2014.
He’s 100% customer minded and reliable and I received my VBB as
promised and documented by the outlined pictures. German TÜV
complaint about one minor topic, which I could fix with my local
mechanican. Overall I am quite satisfied with the quality of the
restoration and cannot really add to the extended number of
horror stories about Vietnamese restoration one can find at the
internet. |
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Stephen Mendelson |
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I bought a restored 65 VBB with a sidecar from lancasterclassics two
years ago. It was a beautiful job. Its been two years now, and
it continues to run great. I get more looks with this thing than
any other toy I own. The entire process was easy. I highly
recommend lancasterclassics. Stephen Mendelson |
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Chris |
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Recently purchased a VBC 150 Sprint from Nebula. Absolutely no
problem with the import. George were extremely helpful, answered any
queries very quickly. Pick up at UK perfect, no issues there,
again the shipping agents assisted very quickly to any
questions… Just got it MOT’d and waiting for new registration
docs.
One very satisfied customer. |
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Stewart Carter |
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Just on two (2) years now I purchased my 1968 VLB Sprint online
from George and I was also fortunate enough to have a planned
holiday to Vietnam to visit George to see the finished product
prior to shipping. The Sprint and I now have 3,500 Km on the
clock without missing a beat. Took time out to understand the
tuning of the carb for my local conditions and with the
combination of spark plugs over summer and winter, the Sprint
has not offered any trouble. I also use the Vespa for Moto
Pacing with my son’s cycling team and its a big hit with the
bystanders when you rock past with a 1968 Red Vespa Sprint with
eight (8) team member in tow at 50 Km! George is always happy to
be there for any support and in fact it even easier having met
him in Vietnam. Lots of fun days ahead. |
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Markus Linder |
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I just received my Vespa 90SS and I am very happy about George’s
Service in Ho Chi Minh City. The Quality of restoration is
extraordinary. I have been to Viet Nam in Nov 2010 and visited George’s
Shop twice. After seeing the Vespas and after talking
to George I was convinced that George is committed to deliver a
great service and great Quality. My Vespa was shipped to Hamburg
and I was lucky that customs accepted a customs number for
vintage vehicles of cultural value which saved a lot of money. |
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Peter Wriede |
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I am one year on from purchasing my 1968 150 Sprint from
lancasterclassics and I still have the same feeling I had the day
the crate opened. That is what bikes are for me “emotive” and
lancasterclassics
have been more supportive when dealing with questions I had as a
novice. I also believe Vespa’s have Mod DNA and you feel the
urge to wear Fred Perry or plaid. I ride my Vespa twice a week
and it always turns heads from from people 8 to 80, just because
they are something very special and I am glad to be apart of
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Fuchs Volker |
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Ich habe vor 4 Jahren von George zwei Vespas gekauft. Mit einer
habe ich nun die 20000 km voll gemacht. Bin bisher sehr
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Jon Austin |
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I travel to Vietnam for work and love seeing and riding scooters
here! I had a SS180 in the 60s in the UK and knew I needed to
relive those days. After a lot of research and visits to other
Vespa restoration businesses and I choose lancasterclassics.
The advice from George and ease of importing the bike into
Australia (apart the extra cost to get it to Tasmania!!) was a
breeze.
Once the bike arrived, exactly what I had put together by email
with George. The local road worthy examination station was very
negative that I had bought one in Vietnam, but on examination
and certification, and they were looking for problems said “What
a great restoration job!” it passed with out a problem.
A minor issue with a carbby jet was fixed immediately with a new
one arriving within a week!
I now have 650 Ks on the clock and gets better ever time I ride
it. Looking forward to the 1000 k mark.
Ever time I take it out people want to look at it and take
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Timothy Sawyer |
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I have been dealing with George for about 4 years now and have purchased about 8 scooters from him now !! I am not a dealer, I
am a retired ‘ex Mod’ from the 60’s and have purchased a few of
these for friends who didn't have a clue how to order them! I
love the uncrating when another scooter arrives and amongst my
collection of scooters, 4 are from George. The workmanship is
fantastic and the scoots really turn heads ( especially my Quadrophenia ‘Sting’ scoot) |
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Jon Mark Shilling |
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I’ve bought a Vespa VNB and a Lambretta TV 175 from George and am
delighted with the finish and quality of both. George is always
willing to help – and he does respond to emails very quickly
(important in my view). Many thanks |
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Graham Bartley |
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Purchased my lovely bike a year ago and it still runs and looks
so good if I had the money I would buy another one. George is the
top man very helpful keep it up Thanks Graham from the UK. |
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Craig J.Della |
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United States |
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Picked my Vespa up a couple weeks ago after its 4-week journey
across the Pacific and it absolutely exceeded my expectations.
It looked amazing in the pictures, and even better in person. It
started right up and runs exactly as it should. A simply
beautiful restoration with equal care given to packing and
shipping. If you have any doubts about buying from overseas,
don’t. George and the guys at lancasterclassics are the real deal, and
they provide everything you need to get it registered and titled
in the states, my trip to the DMV was super easy. I’ll
definitely be back for another for my wife at some point. Thanks
guys! |
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Eric Verkaik |
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Netherlands |
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I and my friends have purchased 4 Vespa+Lambretta from George and
have recommended lancasterclassics to all our friends, even the ones who
couldn’t care less about bikes! |
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