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In 1953, German motorcycle outfit Zundapp introduced the Bella scooter. Made from ’53 to ’64, some 130,000 units were supposedly churned out over its 11-years of production. Borrowing ample “inspiration” from the Parilla Levriere — better known as the “Greyhound” — the Bella was a hit with the European market.
The year after the Bella debuted, Zundapp also introduced a special US-only variant dubbed the “Suburbanette”. The American market model was basically just a Bella that’d jettisoned the bodywork surrounding the engine. Supposedly, just 370 Suburbanette examples left the factory in Nuremberg over its two years of production.
According to advertising materials from Zundapp, the Suburbanette boasted a 65mph top-speed at 125mpg. The US-only model featured an 8hp, 146cc single paired with a four-speed tranny.
Other selling points included hyrdraulic self-lubricating suspension, a dash that included a speedo, ignition switch, and idiot lights, and interchangeable, 12” cast alloy rims. According to the same period press materials, the Zundapp Suburbanette sold new for $396.65 (including tax and whatnot). The seat also flipped up, allowing access to underneath, including the underseat fuel-cell.
This example is VIN: 174. The seller acquired it four years ago from a private party.
The odometer shows 28,326 miles. During his ownership the seller has covered “maybe 25-40 miles, mostly service or running around vintage swap meets.”
Maintenance:
“I’ve done nothing. I drain the fuel from the carburetor if I plan to let the bike sit for more than 1 month or so, and I charge the battery periodically. I’m probably on a 2nd battery in that time. I keep fresh gas in it, or drain it. So its never given me any trouble.”
“Tires are old, but hey, they’re German Metzlers! Are you really going that fast?”
Modifications:
The seller believes that this Surburbanette is stock.
Inside of the tank:
The sale includes period advertising, miscellaneous documentation, maintenance notes, and some spare parts.
Cosmetic Blemishes:
The seller notes “some scratches, as seen in the photos.”
Currently located in Edgewater, Florida this Zundapp is offered on a clean Louisiana title. Have any Suburbanette stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
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There are two exceptions: (1) purchases made by licensed resellers/dealers with copies of the dealer’s license and tax certificate provided to us at the time of sale, or (2) where we consign and ship the motorcycle to the buyer (i.e interstate commerce). Dealer purchases will be reassigned to the named licensed dealer and not to any personal account.
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