Overview Vespa 50 Special (V5B3)

Between 1969 and 1972, the first series of the Vespa 50 Special was manufactured with a 3-speed gearbox, while the third series was produced from 1972 to 1983 with a 4-speed gearbox. The first series was characterised by the antique, slanted Badge on the front and rear as well as 9-inch wheels, in contrast to the 10-inch wheels of the third series. Another recognisable feature of the Vespa was the trapezoidal Headlight Unit, which was set into a chrome-plated brass ring. In addition, the Horn was covered with a plastic panelling for the first time.

The Engine of the Vespa 50 Special

The same as on the Vespa 50L, but with an SHB 16/12 Carburettor from Dellorto.

Miscellaneous Vespa 50 Special (3rd series / Italy)

• Engine with four gears and external Ignition Coil

• Flywheel fixed with collar nut and Cluster Circlip, primary ratio at 4.60

• Red HT Lead from Ignition Coil to Spark Plug

• Connections in the cable box fitted with ring terminals

• Two-line labelling of the chassis number under the Engine Cover: "DGM" at the top and the frame prefix and chassis number underneath

• 10-inch wheels with open rim design

• Brake Drum made from aluminium

• Hub Nut Covers made of sheet steel, fitted to both wheels, front and rear

• Centre Stand with a diameter of 20 mm

• Single seat bench, fitted with a practical Luggage Hook

• Modern "vespa" Badge on the Legshield in a new font

• "vespa 50" lettering at the rear, also in the new font

• Leg shield reinforcement in the form of an aluminium Beading

• Aluminium Floor Runners with edged rubber profiles for slip resistance

• Front Cover (Horn Cover) made of light-coloured plastic

• Decorative elements such as mudguard fin and Rear Light Cover in light grey plastic

• Elongated Steering Lock with protective Cap

• Improved Clutch and Brake Lever with strikingly large balls at the end

• Phillips screws for attaching the Clutch and Brake Levers to the Handlebars

• Black, striped rubber grips with the distinctive hexagonal Piaggio logo

• Tank designed to integrate a saddle bridge for the Single Saddle

• Plastic control element of the Fuel Tap Lever for improved haptics

Situation used market Vespa 50 Special

Where are you looking for this vehicle?

• At your trusted Vespa dealer

• Classified adverts in the local newspaper

• Markets and trade fairs such as Mostra Scambis in Italy

• Online marketplaces such as www.mobile.de, www.autoscout24.de etc.

The colours of the Vespa 50 Special (V5B3):

Colour	Colour Name	Max Meyer Code	Colour info
	Rosso Tenerife	1.298.5870	1975
	Rosso Katmandu	1.298.5875	1975
	Rosso Corallo	1.298.5880	1976
	Verde Jungla	1.298.6380	1977
	Grigio Polaris	1.268.8200	1980
	Rosso	P 2/1	1980
	Blu Metallizzato	PIA5/2	1980
	Verde	PIA6/4	1980
	Arancio	PIA3/3	1980
	Verde Foresta	1.298.6310	1980
	Rosso	PIA3642	1981
	Bianco	PIA9/4	1983
	Rosso Federale	PIA1/2	1983
	Azzurro Cina	1.298.7402	Germany
	Arancio	1.298.4907	Giallo Arancio Germany
	Giallo Arancio	1.298.2916	Germany
	Giallo Cromo	1.298.2933	Germany
	Grigio	8012M	Rust protection/primer
	Alluminio	1.268.0983	various Frame Parts

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