The new official book approved by Piaggio about the legend of the Vespa. When the Vespa debuted in 1946, it was received with an air of scepticism. It soon became a success. It was the first two-wheeled version of the "compact" and responded perfectly to the post-war need for mobility. It has also become famous for its unique design that many have tried to imitate; it truly is an icon. The Vespa is not just any scooter, it is the scooter, known and loved all over the world.
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Höhe: 300 mm
Breite: 240 mm
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978-88-544-1575-1 (9788854415751)
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Schweitzer Klassifikation
Stefano Cordara was born in Milan in 1967. He earned his degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Polytechnic University of Milan. In 1992 he began his career as a journalist, working as a specialised tester in the world of motorcycles, thereby transforming his unbridled passion for motorcycles into a job. His sensitivity as a test driver led him to be personally involved.
Preface 6
From Its Origins to the Present Day:
Piaggio Beyond the Vespa 8
The Birth of the Vespa:
From the Prototype to the First Model 24
The Models that Shaped History 36
Vespa's Advertising and Communications 140
The Vespa Style: from the Movies to the World of Fashion 162
Around the World on a Vespa 170
Rallies, Records and Races 184
Signature Vespas: The Custom-made and the Artistic 204
