Vespa 150 VL1 / 1955

The Vespa 150 (Struzzo) VL1 from 1955  “MISA” marks the year PIAGGIO introduced a new model featuring a more powerful 150cc engine, offered alongside the existing 125cc version. A distinctive feature of the 150 VL is its high-mounted headlamp on the handlebars, earning it the nickname “Struzzo.”

1955 was also the year PIAGGIO entrusted Motor Industry S.A. (M.I.S.A.) in Jette (Brussels), with the production and assembly of Vespas for the BeNeLux market. This decision was driven by tax regulations and the growing popularity of the Vespa brand in the BeNeLux.

This example is part of the permanent “First Serie & Co / Collection”.