ARMANDO’S LAMBRETTA SPECIALS
Having created the iconic Vespa Specials over 30 years ago the equivalent Lambretta has been a long time coming but Guido explains that 2016 sees its arrival: “We have a very good relationship with Tino Sacchi and the Lambretta specials are all based on his performance kits. The first 270cc Super Monza kits are just being fitted in our workshops but, just as with the Vespas, we can build a Lambretta according to the customer’s own specification. The only things we insist on are Targa suspension and 90mph rated tyres. Anything else just isn’t safe.”
At the time of Scootering’s visit the prototype paint scheme was being displayed on a red GP. Unmistakably Armando’s, Maca’s original design has transferred well onto the Lambretta. Armando’s currently have a limited stock of used GPs so are able to offer a complete machine. Although that’s obviously going to change as time passes, Guido is confident about the Lambretta special’s future. “We’ve more than enough spares and of course experience to transform Italian or Indian machines supplied by the owner. The availability and quality of performance equipment is greater than at any time in Lambretta’s history. We’re all very excited about working with customers to build this new generation of specials.”