Vespa announces limited edition
Piaggio – the parent company of Vespa – celebrates its 140th founding anniversary with a limited-edition Vespa GTV 300.
Dubbed as the Vespa 140th of Piaggio, this limited-edition GTV 300 is going to be produced in ultra-limited numbers: only 140 units will be manufactured to commemorate Piaggio’s 140 years in the business.
The special version is characterized by blue and light blue on a white body, the Piaggio Group’s institutional colors, which interact with the classic graphics and the new Vespa monogram, as well as the celebratory 140-years logo. These colors also enhance the classic necktie on the front shield, the distinctive mark of every Vespa, designed with triple air intakes on both sides and central grilles. The front fairing is also reminiscent of the racing spirit which inspires the GTV.
The seat is blue, with double tone-on-tone stitching and in contrast, it is characterized by the unmistakable single-seater look, with a wide and comfortable saddle. The rear saddle cover comes standard, another nod to Vespa’s elegantly sporty soul.
The wheel rims, blue with light blue inserts, are also dedicated to this model. The aesthetics of the new Vespa 140th of Piaggio are completed by the black finishes of the body profiles, the mirrors, the silencer, and the fold-away passenger footrests.
Each unit will be identified by a numbered celebratory plate located on the rear shield, also enhanced with the 140-years logo.
The new Vespa 140th of Piaggio is powered by the gritty 300 HPE (High Performance Engine) single-cylinder, 4-valve, liquid-cooled with electronic injection. Rated at 23 PS of power, it is the highest-performance engine ever mounted on a Vespa. The light clusters are full LED, including the characteristic low headlight, whereas the instrumentation maintains the elegant circular shape, but it is now entirely digital, a solution that lets you take advantage of the features provided by the Vespa MIA connectivity system, available as an accessory.
Convenience and practicality are highlighted by the introduction of the keyless system, which allows the ignition to be switched on without the need for a traditional key. On the safety front, it comes standard with ASR electronic traction control and an ABS anti-lock braking system.
Vespa 140th of Piaggio can be fitted with a range of highly stylish accessories, including a top quality large rear leather bag with the Vespa logo embossed and smooth leather reinforcement on the bottom and on the handles which allows for easy and secure fastening on the rear luggage carrier. Some of the accessories that increase Vespa’s riding comfort and functionality include front and rear luggage carriers, a large windscreen in methacrylate, and crash bars.
The Vespa 140th of Piaggio will only be available for 4 days, during the Vespa World Days 2024 between April 18 and 21.
Piaggio & C. SpA is an Italian motor vehicle manufacturer, which produces a range of two-wheeled motor vehicles and compact commercial vehicles under four brands: Piaggio, Vespa, Aprilia, Moto Guzzi and Derbi. Its corporate headquarters are located in Pontedera, Italy. The company was founded by Rinaldo Piaggio in 1884, initially producing locomotives and railway carriages.
