1975 Vespa 125 TS
The star of Mod Crop - The Musical

Registration No: WEY 97M
Frame No: VNL3T 4389
MOT: Exempt

• A rare 125 TS, aka the 'baby' Rally
• Decorated in 'mod' style for the Mod Crop musical in Scarborough
• Fitted with GS160 panels

Launched as a replacement for the Vespa 125 GTR, the 125 TS or 'Turismo Speciale' first appeared in 1975. Whilst the Rally 180 reigned supreme with its large capacity engine, the TS offered learner riders in the home market an option without having to take a full motorycle test. Identical in styling to its big sister, a legshield mounted glovebox replaced the side-panel glovebox of the GTR, and the spare wheel was now mounted there instead. The engine was similar to earlier machines, but now with three transfer ports making it noticeably more powerful than earlier machines. Due to learners being allowed to ride up to 250cc machines until 1983, few examples of the 125 TS were sold in the UK new, and they continue to be notably scarce here today.

A rare example of the 125 TS, the earliest record of 'WEY 97M' is that it was first registered with the DVLA in the year 2000, and is understood to have been subject to a professional restoration soon after. Subsequently purchased by a theatre production company for use in the critically acclaimed Mod Crop - The Musical that was shown throughout May 2025 at the Scarborough Spa Theatre, it was dressed up to resemble Sting's 'GS' in the film Quadrophenia with a plethora of accessories including lights and mirrors, a flyscreen and GS160 style chrome sidepanels.

Now surplus to requirements, the Vespa is said to be in running condition although may need a mechanical check over, and would look equally at home in a private collection or being enjoyed on Brighton seafront for the August Bank Holiday weekend.

For more information, please contact:
Lucas Gomersall
lucas.gomersall@handh.co.uk
07484 082430