Smallframe Era
1963-1996
Compact, lightweight Vespas designed for younger riders and urban use. Features include the distinctive 45-degree inclined cylinder and compact dimensions.
Collectibility: Medium - Primavera ET3 most desirableRestored Value: $3,000 - $12,000
Era Characteristics
Compact body
45-degree cylinder
Lightweight
3-speed or 4-speed gearbox
Models from this Era (7)
Vespa 50 N (Normale)
1963-1971
Engine:
50cc
Top Speed:
40 km/h (25 mph)
First 50cc Vespa, last D'Ascanio design
Medium$3,000 - $8,000
Vespa 50 Special
1969-1983
Engine:
50cc
Top Speed:
40 km/h (25 mph)
Youth-focused design icon
Medium to High$3,500 - $10,000
Vespa 90
1963-1986
Engine:
90cc
Top Speed:
75 km/h (47 mph)
Perfect balance of size and performance
Medium$3,000 - $8,000
Vespa 90 SS (Super Sprint)
1965-1971
Engine:
90cc
Top Speed:
93 km/h (58 mph)
The sportiest smallframe ever made
Very High$8,000 - $18,000
Vespa 125 Primavera
1968-1983
Engine:
125cc
Top Speed:
85 km/h (53 mph)
Arguably the most iconic smallframe Vespa
High$5,000 - $12,000
Vespa 125 Primavera ET3
1976-1983
Engine:
125cc
Top Speed:
95 km/h (59 mph)
The ultimate smallframe - Electronic 3-port engine
Very High$6,000 - $15,000
Vespa PK 125
1982-1993
Engine:
125cc
Top Speed:
100 km/h (62 mph)
Modernized smallframe with new bodywork
Low to Medium$2,500 - $6,000