[{"id": 17489380, "authorName": "AbnMike", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/abnmike/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Astounding.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1745863172, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17490338, "authorName": "Sunroof", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sunroof/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "wicked nice!!!!!!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1745866082, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17490426, "authorName": "Cgebhart", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cgebhart/", "bidAmount": 100, "content": "USD $100 bid placed by Cgebhart", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1745866318, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17490331, "authorName": "209klassiccycles (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/209klassiccycles/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Welcome to my 7th auction! \n\nThis 1959 Lambretta TV175 is a rare and fantastic machine to find in the USA having been imported from Italy in 2015. I have all the Italian import papers and the EU license plate! This is a early production series 2 TV made with a ridgeback (or razorback) frame that only the earliest TV175's received. Along with the frame this scooter has the correct smaller taillight, round horn grill, original steering and glovebox lock with the original keys. \n This scooter was restored using the original front fender,leg shield,side panels, rear mud guard. These pieces have the sound deadening material on the underside. Finding original body panels is getting more and more difficult. \n This machine is a true runner with great power and reliability. The upgraded engine and gearbox make this a fantastic scooter that can be ridden daily. Keeping up with modern traffic is not a issue. \n The scooter is located in central California, I can store it safely in my warehouse until transportation is secured. I can also work with a local buyer for delivery.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1745866474, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17491983, "authorName": "motoroller", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/motoroller/", "bidAmount": 500, "content": "USD $500 bid placed by motoroller", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1745870918, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17492502, "authorName": "Ghost922", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ghost922/", "bidAmount": 600, "content": "USD $600 bid placed by Ghost922", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1745872438, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17492879, "authorName": "sloper650", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sloper650/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "That looks and sounds wonderful. Had a \u201866 TV175 GT in London when I was an apprentice chef. If you were closer to NY I\u2019d be seriously consider this beauty. GLWTA.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1745873812, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17493562, "authorName": "209klassiccycles (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/209klassiccycles/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@sloper650 shipping is no problem. I've got the best scooter shipper in the business on speed dial!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1745876155, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17494584, "authorName": "Hpajlp", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hpajlp/", "bidAmount": 6000, "content": "USD $6,000 bid placed by Hpajlp", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1745880978, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17494899, "authorName": "NewRide", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/newride/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "About how much would it cost to ship the scooter to Caldwell Idaho 83607 using your shipper.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1745883541, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17496386, "authorName": "Gabriel25", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gabriel25/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@NewRide I also use the same shipper the seller uses and that shipper is moving a Vespa from SoCal to me in Seattle for $650. This shipper is well known for safely delivering scooters all over the continental U.S. and can most certainly bring this one to you. Now you just need to win this auction.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1745904550, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17497614, "authorName": "209klassiccycles (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/209klassiccycles/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@NewRide here is my transporters email. He has moved MANY MANY Scooters and antique motorcycles for me over the years. James is the go-to guy in the scooter transport business. scooterhauler@yahoo.com", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1745935494, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17497765, "authorName": "209klassiccycles (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/209klassiccycles/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@NewRide use the contact seller button and I will get you my transporters email. You can also look him up on Facebook messenger under\n Denver James. He has moved MANY scooters and antique motorcycles for me over the years. He's the go-to transporter for the Lambretta club USA and the Vespa club of America. He is based out of East Texas.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1745936909, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17500209, "authorName": "HarveyRanch", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/harveyranch/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I am an acquaintance of the buyer and I can tell any potential buyers he is a solid guy in the hobby, and one of the most knowledgeable scooter people I have ever met. So any potential buyers, know you are getting a legit scooter that has been in the hands of an expert. This Lambretta is phenomenal and this is an opportunity to own a very unique and special machine. GLWTA.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1745949505, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17501372, "authorName": "AbnMike", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/abnmike/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "If you don\u2019t want to receive your scooter from a shipper because they tied down the bar ends like a motorcycle and snapped the headset - use Denver James.\r\n\r\nSeller is very well known in the community. No bodgy fixes or YouTube lookups here.\r\n\r\nBid with confidence!", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1745952341, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17503510, "authorName": "209klassiccycles (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/209klassiccycles/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@HarveyRanch you're making me blush! Just don't ask me about German scooters!\r\n\r\n@AbnMike thank you for the kind words. This scooter has been a fun project. It makes for a fairly easy project when you start with a solid machine with great bones!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1745958565, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17503674, "authorName": "209klassiccycles (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/209klassiccycles/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Just a couple of my scooters. \r\n1952 Vespa ,1959 Lambretta, 1948 Lambretta.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1745959063, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17507291, "authorName": "Telboy1964", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/telboy1964/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What\u2019s happening with the rear mudguard paint ?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1745973262, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17507828, "authorName": "Gabriel25", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gabriel25/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Telboy1964 That's the original coating added to these Lambrettas on parts of the scooter to deaden sound. That's what you are seeing here on the rear mudguard in the frame.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1745978028, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17510279, "authorName": "Hotdog1969", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hotdog1969/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Oh wow! Amazing lambretta here! Valuable, original, rare, and rideable!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1746025537, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17510655, "authorName": "209klassiccycles (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/209klassiccycles/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Telboy1964 the early series 2 TV's (and possibly LI's) had sound deadening applied the certain panels and part of the engine shrouding. I will post information from a Lambretta restoration guide shortly explaining this.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1746028064, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17513217, "authorName": "209klassiccycles (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/209klassiccycles/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Telboy1964 here is the information on the sound deadening used on series 2 TV175 as written by the BEST Lambretta historian in the world.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1746037489, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17516508, "authorName": "209klassiccycles (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/209klassiccycles/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Here is a stunning original paint early series 2 TV175 that sold at a UK auction. You can see the rough undercoating in the pictures. I hope this helps. \n\nhttps://www.handh.co.uk/auction/lot/108-1959-lambretta-tv175-series-2/?lot=55840&sd=1", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1746047262, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17520824, "authorName": "Hotdog1969", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hotdog1969/", "bidAmount": 7000, "content": "USD $7,000 bid placed by Hotdog1969", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1746072628, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17521070, "authorName": "SoCal92126", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/socal92126/", "bidAmount": 7500, "content": "USD $7,500 bid placed by SoCal92126", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1746082750, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17529701, "authorName": "209klassiccycles (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/209klassiccycles/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Included with the sale is a full bottle of touch up paint. The color match is spot on perfect. \n\nThe Lambretta club USA is having its national meeting in Eugene, Oregon July 17-20. It's a great event that is held once a year in selected cities. Check out \nwww.lambrettaclubusa.net/jamboree2025", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1746133985, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17544472, "authorName": "209klassiccycles (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/209klassiccycles/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have been asked about the large rear rack. Yes it does come with the scooter as does the complete spare tire assembly. \r\nThe rack is made by Falbo and is era correct it has been rechromed and looks beautiful.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1746285097, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17545313, "authorName": "LotiNut", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lotinut/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I saw this scooter advertised a few weeks ago on Craigslist in San Francisco. Wasn\u2019t able to view it in person. GLWTS", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1746291928, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17554823, "authorName": "skyancher", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/skyancher/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The only thing this auction presentation needs is a picture of the scooter parked in front of the \"Hiat, Ashbury\" sign in San Francisco.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1746392046, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17554998, "authorName": "jneuenburg", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jneuenburg/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "If the buyer lives near the SF Bay Area, I hope he/she can enter it in the motorcycle, scooter, and mini bike display at the May Madness Car Show & Parade in downtown San Rafael May 10. I am a volunteer trying to find pre-1979 bikes. I don't think the promoter has any scooters registered yet. Go to www.maymadnesssanrafael.com", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1746394346, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17555468, "authorName": "209klassiccycles (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/209klassiccycles/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Here are the Italian import papers. If you study them you will see the frame numbers and the matching EU plate. Very cool documents!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1746400030, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17555480, "authorName": "billswim", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/billswim/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What a beauty! Used to ride scooters around SF back in the 80's. Never had one this pretty. GLWTA", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1746400115, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17556761, "authorName": "ACEMOD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/acemod/", "bidAmount": 7600, "content": "USD $7,600 bid placed by ACEMOD", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1746422982, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17557970, "authorName": "Speedneeder", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/speedneeder/", "bidAmount": 7700, "content": "USD $7,700 bid placed by Speedneeder", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1746455688, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17558608, "authorName": "ACEMOD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/acemod/", "bidAmount": 7800, "content": "USD $7,800 bid placed by ACEMOD", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1746460594, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17559070, "authorName": "209klassiccycles (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/209klassiccycles/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "With just under 2 hours to go if anyone has any questions or needs anything reach out to me.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1746463955, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17559903, "authorName": "motoroller", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/motoroller/", "bidAmount": 8000, "content": "USD $8,000 bid placed by motoroller", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1746467305, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17561007, "authorName": "Speedneeder", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/speedneeder/", "bidAmount": 8100, "content": "USD $8,100 bid placed by Speedneeder", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1746470338, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17561053, "authorName": "ACEMOD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/acemod/", "bidAmount": 8200, "content": "USD $8,200 bid placed by ACEMOD", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1746470470, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17561079, "authorName": "Speedneeder", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/speedneeder/", "bidAmount": 8300, "content": "USD $8,300 bid placed by Speedneeder", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1746470546, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17561083, "authorName": "SoCal92126", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/socal92126/", "bidAmount": 10100, "content": "USD $10,100 bid placed by SoCal92126", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1746470569, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17561120, "authorName": "SoCal92126", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/socal92126/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 5/5/25 for USD $10,100.00 to SoCal92126", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1746470690, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 17561445, "authorName": "ccec", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ccec/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "OMG...! Total score...!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1746471774, "type": "comment"}]