1959 Victoria Avanti

In Germany, Small Displacement by Abhi25 Comments

Mecum calls the Victoria Avanti the little sister to the Tin Banana. Victoria’s advertising called it “the ideal light weight motorcycle”. Whatever you call it, the Avanti is a distinctive 50cc moped with some exquisite details.

The small two-stroke motor was paired with a 3-speed transmission. Dry weight was just over 130 pounds. If it helps your valuation, a nice looking example sold at Mecum Las Vegas 2017 for $5,000 plus buyer’s premium.

This example (VIN: 37920) is being offered by the second owner, who bought it from Germany and will include the original German title. It was given an “Excellence in Class” in the Post-War European thru 1965 class at the 13th Annual Boca Raton Concours d’Elegance this year.

Find this Avanti for sale in West Palm Beach, Florida for $5,800 here on Craigslist.

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