The Materne Family with Piaggio USA's Mike Cunningham at the 2002 Grand Opening

July marks the 3rd anniversary of the opening of Vespa New Orleans. To celebrate, Vespa New Orleans has planned many events from now until the end of the year. The events start this weekend with the Independance Day Party. Wednesday, July 20th is the 14th Annual National Ride to Work Day. We're planning an all day Sunday ride for either July 24th or 31st(check the event calendar after the 4th). On Saturday, August 6th join us at our new location (901 Julia at Baronne) from 4pm-6pm to kick off White Linen Night. Help us celebrate the launch of the brand new Vespa LX and get a sneak peek of our new downtown showroom. The 6th Annual Down and Dirty Scooter Rally is in October, the Ferrari Rally is in November and last but not least the Grand Opening of Vespa New Orleans in our new downtown showroom in the late fall.

Thanks to all of our customers for making these three years a success!

The construction of our new store is moving along. This week the showroom windows will be installed. Click on the link below for pictures of the progress.

What better way to kick off the holiday weekend than a Saturday before the 4th rooftop pool party with your favorite scooter riders!
-From 12noon until 5pm there will be swimming and sunning. Bring your bathing suits and suntan lotion.
-From 5pm until ...there will be a BBQ.
Please bring a side dish and your favorite beverage.
-The party is at 837 Gravier at Barrone, downtown.

RSVP to the email address below if you would like to attend

Vespa New Orleans invites all 2-wheeled enthusiasts to participate in the 14th Annual Ride to Work Day on Wednesday, July 20th. This is a National Event to promote two-wheeled commuting.

Vespa New Orleans will celebrate this day with an after work ride starting at 6:30 at Vespa New Orleans. See you there!

Click on the link below for more information on National Ride to Work Day.

Begin your White Linen Night festivities with us at our new downtown showroom, 901 Julia at Baronne. From 4:00pm to 6:00pm enjoy wine and view the newest Vespa model to hit the streets, the Vespa LX. We will also be showing off the new Piaggio Fly.

In addition to viewing these new beauties you'll be able to take a peek at the progress of our new showroom.

The New Vespa LX model has arrived at Vespa New Orleans. Come by and check them out!

The Fly 150 is a practical, easy to use scooter that offers absolute
comfort, excellent performance and elegant styling. It is designed for
a customer interested in functionality and performance, attracted to a
scooter with an essential design, that is easy to handle, comfortable
and with a high loading capacity. The new Piaggio Fly 150 inherits
the latest Piaggio technology: reliable Piaggio LEADER engine, fully
compliant with most stringent emission regulations, latest frame
design guaranteeing safe and precise handling; powerful braking system
for the best possible rider safety, low and wide wheel (120/70, 12")
for both stability and maneuverability, low seat (30.9") for
comfortable seating for riders of all heights and an under-seat
compartment capable of carrying a full face helmet. It truly offers
your customers a state-of-the art product to suit different needs, and for only $3499.

This is the Vespa for a true LSU fan. The new Vespa LX is available in Daring Plum. This purple scooter would be the perfect way to get around from tailgate party to tailgate party. Geaux Tigers!

The Vespa ET re-introduced the Vespa name to the world. After 10 years in production, this model has now become a classic. Vespa New Orleans has only five of these beautiful scooters left. Don't miss your chance!

The Vespa Granturismo is now available in Diamond White with a snake-skin trimmed seat. What a beauty - she's White Hot!