Vespa restoration

Stung by the Wasp: Si Asquith’s lifelong Vespa obsession

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Mark Lancaster

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8th September 2026

As a young lad, Si Asquith was stung by the Wasp, and still hasn’t managed to shake off the side effects… Big Chris reports. The sting of the Wasp is like a rare, tropical, infectious disease, and in some people, the reaction to the sting may begin to cause symptoms immediately. In others, it may…
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The Glööckler: When black powder coat meets 24-carat gold leaf

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Mark Lancaster

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25th August 2026

When structural powder and gold leaf meet a kitsch designer, the results are something rather unique on this custom Vespa. Stu Owen reports… We all look for that bit of inspiration when it comes to a creative idea for a custom scooter theme. Anything from album covers to Adidas trainers, you name it, somewhere it’s…
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From slow classics to serious performance: inside Nagy Blechroller

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Mark Lancaster

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1st August 2026

The growing popularity of wideframe Vespa models has created a surge in demand for modern tuning parts. One of the specialists helping these classic scooters cope with today’s roads is Andreas Nagy. Big Chris reports… Over the last decade, interest in older wideframe Vespa models has gathered real momentum, with both beautifully restored and shabby-chic…
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