Over the weekend, Tim took me browsing (not shopping) for a Vespa. I really wanted to educate myself about these beauties I’ve always loved. We started at Fullerton Vintage, which is apparently going out of business. Despite their closing/reopening in Orange, the guys there were friendly and helpful. They were pretty emphatic that I should hold out for a vintage scooter. I hope they call me soon so I can find out more about their work.
After that, we were off to the Vespa dealership in Newport Beach. It was at this point that I certainly decided on a small-frame 150cc scooter. While the appeal of the automatic transmission did catch my attention, I just stood there thinking that what I really wanted was something with history. A new scooter just doesn’t seem like me, does it?
By the time we left the dealership, we were starving. I jumped at Tim’s suggestion to grab a sandwich at A Market on PCH. Boy, am I glad we did. This cute food shop has many delights including specialty foods, wine, the makings of the perfect picnic and some prepared edibles. It all looked good but we settled on a yummy fresh mozzarella sandwich (to which we added pancetta). We tried out A Restaurant next door a few months ago with my fam and were quite impressed. A Market didn’t disappoint either. In fact, it was delicious.
From there, our last stop was Massimo’s Vespa Shop (which has moved to: 629 Terminal Way, Suite 13 in Costa Mesa). He seemed to think I should buy a new(er) Vespa. Maybe I look like I can’t handle changing gears or mixing oil & gas (if that’s the thing to do…), but I am pretty certain that I can.
I mean, when a girl has longed for one thing for years, will she really change her mind in one day? And don’t we all agree that someday when I do get a Vespa I’d look out of place on a new scooter? That just doesn’t fit my life aesthetic. Am I right?
While the day may have caused some confusion about my scooting identity, I am still dreaming about that fabulous sandwich. Good has prevailed.
Tags: A Market, A Restaurant, Food Store, Mozzarella, Sandwich, Vespa
I want a Vespa too, they are brilliant!
Kelly, I think you’d look good on one. Go for it!
You definitely don’t need an automatic. The gears are super easy and will become second nature in no time. I am super excited you are going to get a vespa!
i totally love vespas…they are the coolest!