If you like special scooters, then you might want to keep some money aside for the next 12 years, beginning with a limited edition Vespa 946 for the year of the rabbit in 2023.
The Vespa 946 10° Anniversario is being produced in a limited and numbers series of 1000 scooters, and is the first of a new annual edition which will be inspired by the animals of the lunar horoscope. Derived from the Chinese zodiac signs, you may suspect this is an attempt to boost sales in China.
Further details are due to be released, but you get a refined burnished finish with warm reflections, and a double-upholstered saddle with burnished stitching. The 946 has been the basis of previous special editions, including the Christian Dior scooter, since the model launched in 2013. And generally, the changes are mainly cosmetic, meaning you’ll still get a standard 125cc four-stroke single aircooled engine, clad in retro-inspired bodywork offering 11.7hp.
Other features of the 946 include both ABS and ASR electronic traction control, 12 inch wheels, dual disc brakes, LED lights, and a full LCD dash. And even if you’re not particularly interested in lunar horoscopes, it’ll also work for fans of rabbits in general. Or if you’re building a collection of slightly unusual Vespa scooters.
Check out our other Vespa news and coverage, including previous special editions, here. And there’s always a huge range of modern and classic Vespas to browse on eBay if you have a hankering for a scooter. Including new and used Vespa 946 models starting from around £5,699.