The Daily Echo (Bournemouth), September 2008UK local newspaper A new publication takes an in-depth look at one of the 'world's greatest scooter marques - Lambretta. 'The Lambretta Bible' by Pete Davies (29.99) includes detailed information on the main Italian-built models, the Lambretta Concessionaires machines and British dealer specials. This ultimate reference to classic Lambretta scooters covers all Lambretta models built in Italy from 1947 to 1971 with a complete model-by-model record of each machine. Included are: new, previously unpublished photographs, frame number information, full machine specifications and production changes, year-by-year, paint code information, original publicity and original promotional material and detailed information from ex-dealer and Lambretta Concessionaires staff. -Lambretta Club of Great Britain Circ: 3500 Finally after months of waiting and speculation on the LCGB lnternet Forum, Pete Davies' Iong-awaited 'Lambretta Bible' has hit the shelves. First impressions are very favorable, the quality of the paper used is very high and the slip cover adorning the book as you can see from the above picture features a number of Lambrettas owned LCGB Members. The book itself traces the history of our favorite form of 2-wheeled transport from the Model A right through to the GP200E, with some excellent photos, some of which I have never seen before. Of particular interest to me are the chapters dealing with the dealer specials, and these do not disappoint, with rarely seen photos, and comprehensive details about the machines. For the Lambretta owner and enthusiast, this book is an essential purchase, and should, when combined with Sticky's excellent workshop manual, provide the Lambretta owner with everything they need to know. 'The Lambretta Bible' may be seen as not perfect in some people's eyes, but Pete should be commended for producing a not only beautiful Iooking volume, but an interesting, and factu
