Lambretta custom scooter

The Story Behind Carl Ellis’s ‘Identity Crisis’ Scooter

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Mark Lancaster

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14th March 2026

Carl Ellis built a scooter called Identity Crisis using a mixture of used parts sourced from different places and developed from what was originally an Li Golden Special frame purchased in 2023. The project combines elements associated with Li, TV and SX models. Stu Smith spoke to Carl about how the scooter was developed. Building…
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Reach Out I’ll Be There – A Tattoo-Inspired Lambretta Tribute

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Mark Lancaster

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10th March 2026

A custom Lambretta Li Special 125 created by Sophia Levell, with the involvement of her twin sister Isabelle and scooter builder Mark Levell, combines tattoo-inspired artwork with performance modifications. The design draws on the style of Ed Hardy and reflects themes of duality and family connection expressed through detailed paintwork and symbolism. Some scooters wear…
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Custom Lambretta with digital camouflage and RB small-block engine built by Maddin Zellar

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Mark Lancaster

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5th March 2026

This feature looks at a custom Lambretta built by Maddin Zellar under his JonnyLoveMotorsport brand. The machine uses a digitally styled camouflage paint scheme and a tuned small-block engine configuration. The build focuses on subdued finishes and carefully considered hardware choices. Stay low, move fast With all the political tensions around the world and the…
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