List of Vehicles in the Collection
We are currently embarking upon a comprehensive redevelopment of the National Motor Museum which means at certain times the vehicles on display may be changing on a daily basis. If there is a particular vehicle that you wish to view please contact us on 01590 614541 in advance of your visit to check that it is on display. You can also sponsor any vehicle in the Museum owned by the National Motor Museum Trust.
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Douglas Vespa 152/L2
On Display
The scooter was a development by the Italian aircraft company, Piaggio, as a means of simple transportation for its workforce around the vast factory at Pontedera. Claude McCormack, Managing Director of Douglas (Kingswood) Ltd, imported the idea in 1948, and used it to rescue the struggling Bristol based motorcycle company. Manufactured under license the Douglas Vespa (the Italian translation for 'wasp') was practically identical in design to the Piaggio product.
The huge success and popularity that followed the Vespa's launch in March 1951 was almost overwhelming and uncontrollable. It captured the imagination of a generation and eventually became the backbone of the 1960s Mod culture.
| Year | 1959 |
|---|---|
| Country | Italian / British |
| Capacity | 124cc |
| Cylinders | 1 |
| Maximum speed | 46mph/74.03kph |
| Price new | £131 |
| Manufacturer | Douglas (Sales & Service) Ltd |
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