Another Bike Sold through the advert at Classic Moped Spares!

Velosolex sold through Classic Moped Spares Advert

I still can't quite believe how many classic autocycles, mopeds, scooters and motorbikes have now been sold for customers by advertising free at www.classicmopedspares.com

Just this week a Velosolex was sold by a customer in Belgium who advertised it on classic moped spares completely free!

If you want to sell your bike direct to enthusiasts who search for classic vehicles then why not try to advertise if for free at Classic Moped Spares. I cant guarantee that it will sell, but what have you got to lose? If it doesn't sell you can always then place it on an auction site and see what happens. If it does sell for what you want then treat yourself to a meal out on the savings or what ever floats your boat!

Not everything will sell and I wont tell you that it will. For example a Puch that I have for sometime I am going to auction on ebay as I need to make some room and would like to see the bike used or in a worthy collection.

More bikes are wanted for free adverts. Email classicmopedspares@hotmail.co.uk for details

The Velosolex that recently sold:-

AND THE PUCH FOR AUCTION ON EBAY WITH NO RESERVE:-

The ebay auction starts just after 9 and can be found by clicking here

It will end Sunday 8th February at 21:11. Go on grab a bargain!

Worldwide Moped Shipping Quote

Having difficulty exporting or importing a moped?

If you would like a shipping quote to send a moped anywhere in the World then please contact Classic Moped Spares and we will try to help. 

Please visit the website page www.classicmopedspares.com or email classicmopedspares@hotmail.co.uk with details

We have in the past been involved in sending Mopeds in the United Kingdom, Europe, USA and Australia.

Different transport methods used include, road, air and sea. We have also been involved in partial dismantling and packing goods and labelling to meet the appropriate regulations.

Common Restoration problems - incorrect after market parts!

1961 Vespa Douglas with Sidecar revival!

Finally after much frustration and hair loss the 1961 Vespa Douglas Scooter and Sidecar restoration problem looks like it has been resolved. This vehicle was bought about 5 years ago and since has had a complete strip down and rebuild. A paint match close to the original was used and professional respray done. The engine has also been fully rebuilt using original parts.

This scooter is almost completely original. It was taken for an MOT in 2013 and despite all the hard work failed on one issue the front headset having too much play in the frame. This was removed and another new headset bought from a reputable scooter parts supplier. Unfortunately there was still too much play meaning that it looked like the scooter may need some welding or even cutting and a new front frame piece fitting. After much further trial and error it was found that the problem was that the after market headset race was incorrect. I had been supplied a race headset undersized which was why it was spinning in the frame and causing unnecessary play.

This highlights a key problem faced by restorers today. Many original parts are just not available any more as companies close down or run out stock and much of the knowledge is also disappearing as many friends in the industry are no longer with us. Any doubts just check, check and check again the parts you buy. The internet also now provides many resources such as forums and you tube videos where support is available. If you know of problem tell the supplier, I would rather know of an issue so that I can put it right.

The simplest of problems has kept this bike off the road too long and it wont be beat! Such a pretty thing this should be used:-

Please keep an eye on my blog as once the scooter side car combination assembly has been fitted and this is back on the road, I am sure there will be some interesting stories to tell!