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Lambretta SX200 for film & TV hire
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We have brought together 2 listings for Lambretta SX200, dating from 1966 to 1967; explore the individual vehicles with both the story’s date and its setting in view. Across the listed years, 1960s form the largest decade selections; follow those links if the scene calls for other vehicles from the same period. Classic and Motorcycle / Scooter lead the category mix for these entries; exploring those choices can widen a shortlist when the script leaves the exact model open. The leading colours are white and white/blue, giving you an initial palette to compare with the setting before you look more closely at the individual vehicles.
The Lambretta SX200 was built by Innocenti in Milan in the second half of the 1960s and stands among the most admired classic scooters ever made. As the 200cc flagship of its range, with crisp, angular styling, it became a favourite of the British mod scene and remains a symbol of that era's music, fashion and youth culture.
On screen, an SX200 places a story in the 1960s instantly. It suits mod and northern soul stories, seaside scenes, London street life, music videos with a retro sensibility and fashion shoots drawing on 1960s style. Scooters are compact, easy to place in frame and simple to move between set-ups, which makes them friendly to small crews.
Riding on camera needs the right licence and insurance, and owners often prefer to ride themselves or have the scooter static. CarSeen lists SX200s from private owners.
Related: Lambretta scooters, Piaggio Vespa, motorcycles and scooters, 1960s cars.
Lambretta SX200 hire questions
- When was the Lambretta SX200 made?
- The SX200 was built by Innocenti in the late 1960s.
- Is the SX200 right for a mod-era story?
- Yes, it is closely associated with the 1960s British mod scene.
- Can an actor ride the scooter on camera?
- Only with the appropriate licence and insurance, agreed with the owner.
- Is a scooter easy to use on a small shoot?
- Yes, scooters are compact, easy to move and simple to place in frame.
- Can the scooter be dressed with mirrors and accessories?
- Many owners have period accessories; any changes are agreed with the owner.
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