Lot 181: c.1957 Puch 49cc VS50 Moped

The motorcycle part of the Austrian Steyr-Daimler-Puch combine, Puch introduced its first motorcycle in early 1900s. These days the firm is best remembered for its pioneering ‘split single’ two-strokes, the first of which was developed in the 1920s. After WW2 Puch built two-strokes only, commencing with split singles in 125, 150, 175 and 250cc capacities built in both tourer and sport guises. There were also ranges of conventional mopeds and scooters. One of Puch’s top-of-the-range mopeds, this VS50 features telescopic forks, swinging-arm rear suspension, full mudguards and proper hub brakes. Original and unrestored, it has been kept in storage since acquisition in 1993. Offered without documents.