Looking for 49cc 2 Stroke Scoot

[gtp]

Hey guys, I am back in the market for a 49cc 2 stroke scoot. Was looking in and around the Pittsburgh/DC/NoVA area (family there) and came across this (below). What would be the $$ for something like this? I like the Zips and Tritons...but any of this style (even Chinese) as long as they use the Minarelli engine style is fine with me.

cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/50cc-Vento-ZIP-R3i-TURBO-CAM-ShowRoom-Condition-_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQhashZitem336768efa9QQitemZ220778262441QQptZScootersQ5fMopeds

Obviously the cheaper the better, and I don't mind swinging some wrenches to get a semi-ill fated one back on the road.

Advice?

Thanks
George

[2strokd]

Ide say that ones a winner!
Good choice on engine style IMO

[90GTVert]

I agree that the Zip there is a nice find. I have a hard time with pricing on whole scoots. That one appears to be worth bidding up a bit. How much kinda depends what it's worth to you. IMO plan to spend at least $400-500 on a scooter with a 2T in great condition as that appears to be. You just can't find good 2Ts very cheap most of the time. Even the dirt cheap sites online don't usually sell any minarelli powered scoot for less than $700 or so, usually not including $100-200 in shipping charges. It's not uncommon to see some dealers online and local selling the 2Ts for closer to $1500. I know my first Vento Triton was $1460 new with tax from a local dealer. The on;y way to get 'em cheap is gonna be to spend some time waiting and watching local ads and craigslist.

[gtp]

Thanks guys...i'll keep an eye (or two) on this one.

[dr1445]

prices have moved up for scooters. i had to go 350 delivered for my non-running triton in feb. i have seen a few zips on the local craigs list asking 6 or 700, last year they were running 4 to 500..triton's are a rare event on craigs list here..

[gtp]

What do you guys think of the scooter choices here..which would you consider price wise.
www.scootertronics.com/pitmotors.html

[90GTVert]

I'd just pick any of the cheapest there unless you want more leg room, then stay clear of the LS49 and retro styles. I think the Benelli X50 is an amazing looking scoot if I were just picking the one I like the most. Maybe look around at local dealers if you can. I know there was a dealer local selling the Keeway Venus for $800 last year. No warranty, no service, no parts... but $1000 cheaper than some places.