Name/Title

Vespa

Description

A red, two-seater Vespa scooter with black seats and wheels and white trim. A spare wheel is attached to the back of the steering column. Manufactured by Piaggio in 1961, the VNB Vespa was marketed as the everyman's Vespa.

Context

Vespas and other motorized scooter where popular modes of transport in Vietnam during the 1960s and 1970s. This Vespa arrived at Patriots Point in 2017 after being acquired from Pat's Automotive.

Acquisition

Accession

2024.12

Source or Donor

Pat's Automotive

Acquisition Method

Purchase

Make and Manufacture

Manufacturer

Piaggio & Co.

Manufacture Date

circa 1961

Update Date

May 24, 2024