I'm looking for an older (vintage) motorbike, specifically either a Honda CD125, or a 60's Vespa Sprint 150 (or similar.)

I know these are two completely different monsters, but I'd appreciate hearing if anyone on here has any relevant information on:

1) The locations of shops which sell older bikes and/or Vespas, and...

2) What is considered fair pricing for a bike which is good mechanical and physical condition (ie., not meticulously restored,) and finally...

3) What resources (if any) exist in English for finding sellers of vintage (or even newer) motorbikes.

I've already heard wildly varying numbers for Vespa's sold in Viet Nam- for instance, a late 60's Sprint 150 can be found for anywhere from $400 to $1500+ USD.

The only true "local" sources I've found so far for Ha Noi are all in Vietnamese (both on the web and in print,) and most prices I see for vintage Vespas are well below $1000 USD.

I'm not looking for horror stories or explanations of how badly the engines can be hobbled together in this country. I'm mechanically inclined, and well aware of what to look for in that regard.

Thanks in advance,

Keith G.

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