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    Posted: July/17/2003 at 6:13am
I have the chance to buy at auction two 1981 Vespa Grande mopeds. The description only says: "Red & blue, runs & looks great, very low miles."
What bidding max would I be looking at, depending on condition, of course.

Thanks much,

Bruce

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Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote Administrator Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: July/17/2003 at 11:02am
Bruce,

Personally I'd offer around $500-$600 for the two of them. Perhaps more, if I really wanted them and had no luck whatsoever finding anything locally.

Few of things to keep in mind:
1) You are taking a gamble, since there's no way for you to verify the "they run great" claim. Unless you're
technically inclined yourself, finding a place to fix up a moped can be quite a challenge.

2) Do you really need both bikes?

3) Ask the seller how much the shipping costs would be.

Good luck,

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Depending on the model (Standard or deluxe with turn signals or oil injected model) they can go for up to about $900. Most Grandes go for around $500-$700 in excellent condition.

Price epends on location, the season, and if the seller will crate and ship
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Yeah, I probably wouldn't plunk down more than $600 for one, but then again, I'm a total cheapskate.

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Thanks for your imput, guys.

Shipping is no problem, since the auction is only about a 1.5 hour drive away. Was thinking
of buying both if the price is right and maybe selling one.

Bruce
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