Just days afer writing an email to info@genuinescooter.com detailing my desperate love for the Italia, Tim, the Genuine dealer (Fun on Wheels) just blocks from my house has informed me that one will be arriving next week to his shop. This surprised me because just last week, Tim did not plan on getting any 125's.
But anyway, I'm just excited to see Italia in person next week!
In related Scooter Jar news, I deposited another $100 dollars today making my grand total just over $400.
Only about $2600 to go! I am right on schedule to be on the street with my new Italia in May!
Tuesday, March 13, 2007
Monday, March 12, 2007
A Buddy Picture Gallery
metroscooter
motostrada
scoot
vespahartford
garnerclassicscooters
The above Italia Images are courtesy of americanbiker.biz
This is THE BEST buddy custom job I've seen to date.
See more pics of this buddy and his other bikes at "dslee design".
Complaint Letter to Genuine Scooter Co
From: Scott
Sent: Saturday, March 10, 2007 1:10 AM
Subject: My Scooter Jar...
Dear Genuine Scooter Company,
Sincerely, Scott
---------------------------------------------------------------------------I actually got an email back from GSC Monday morning:
Scott:
Thank you for the email. I'm glad you like the Italia. What is your mailing address, by the way?
Saturday, March 10, 2007
9 Long Days
In nine days, we've raised $297.53.
That's an average of $33.06/day. So I punched the data into a spreadsheet to see how long it will take to get our scoots. I added a bit of extra money on the price of each scoot, since we will need to buy all the necessary gear at the time of the scoot purchase (helmet, jacket, gloves, etc).
Since I don't know if we are going to get new scoots or used scoots yet, I ran both scenarios.
| 1st New Buddy | $2,900 | Monday, June 04, 2007 |
| 2nd New Buddy | $5,800 | Friday, August 31, 2007 |
| 1st Used Buddy | $2,200 | Monday, May 14, 2007 |
| 2nd Used Buddy | $4,400 | Friday, July 20, 2007 |
I will run another analysis next week, just in case the DPD (deposits per day) gets better.
"The waiting is the hardest part" -Tom Petty
There are two '06 Buddy's listed on craigslist right now and the temptation to buy prematurely (before I have the cash in the jar) is almost unbearable.
But, I really have my heart set on the '07 Italia or the '07 Red model which would have to be purchased new from the dealer. But the thought of buying used and saving about $1,000 and having riding pleasure sooner is very tempting.
Here's the the two deals I found on craigslist that have really grabbed my attention. Maybe one of you lucky blokes (or Sheila's) live near Baltimore or Tampa Bay where the two bargains are listed. The Baltimore Buddy is pink though. So if I did buy that one, I would definitely paint it.
_____________________________________
BALTIMORE BUDDY
Reply to: sale-287953519@craigslist.org
Date: 2007-03-03, 7:48PM EST
For sale 2006 mint pink Genuine buddy 125 LIKE NEW 1,400 miles with windshield $2000 or best offer
Rated scooter of the year !!!!!!The speed of these little scooters is very impressive!!! super reliable!!!
This was my wifes scooter but she just moved up to a 250cc scooter so this one must go!!!!!
90mpg !!!! 65mph !!!!!!! CALL 443-866-6366 7:00am to 11:00pm
PostingID: 287953519
____________________________________
TAMPA BUDDY
Reply to: sale-278025789@craigslist.org
Date: 2007-02-13, 9:36AM EST
2006 Buddy scooter, 575 miles excellent condition. used only to go back and forth to work. scooter is orange and brown. job relocation to far to ride to work. call chris @ 727-384-0444 for more info.
PostingID: 278025789
But, I really have my heart set on the '07 Italia or the '07 Red model which would have to be purchased new from the dealer. But the thought of buying used and saving about $1,000 and having riding pleasure sooner is very tempting.
Here's the the two deals I found on craigslist that have really grabbed my attention. Maybe one of you lucky blokes (or Sheila's) live near Baltimore or Tampa Bay where the two bargains are listed. The Baltimore Buddy is pink though. So if I did buy that one, I would definitely paint it.
_____________________________________
BALTIMORE BUDDY
Genuine BUDDY 125 SCOOTER PINK W/WINDSHLD MINT!!!!!!!!! - $2000
Reply to: sale-287953519@craigslist.org
Date: 2007-03-03, 7:48PM EST
For sale 2006 mint pink Genuine buddy 125 LIKE NEW 1,400 miles with windshield $2000 or best offer
Rated scooter of the year !!!!!!The speed of these little scooters is very impressive!!! super reliable!!!
This was my wifes scooter but she just moved up to a 250cc scooter so this one must go!!!!!
90mpg !!!! 65mph !!!!!!! CALL 443-866-6366 7:00am to 11:00pm
 | |
- Location: bel air md 21014
- it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
PostingID: 287953519
____________________________________
TAMPA BUDDY
2006 125cc Buddy Scooter - $1500
Reply to: sale-278025789@craigslist.org
Date: 2007-02-13, 9:36AM EST
2006 Buddy scooter, 575 miles excellent condition. used only to go back and forth to work. scooter is orange and brown. job relocation to far to ride to work. call chris @ 727-384-0444 for more info.
PostingID: 278025789
Thursday, March 8, 2007
Series Italia 2007 Genuine Buddy
Today's post is dedicated to the Series Italia. What's the difference between the Italia and the standard '07 Buddy? The Italia has "white wall tires, dark green seat, gray grips, and an eye-catching two-tone paint scheme that will make you dream of scooting in Tuscany." (Buddy Italia! website). What a sweet scoot!
Wednesday, March 7, 2007
Holly Makes a Great Sacrifice
Holly re-allocated $100 cash from her March massage therapy fund and put that money right into the Scooter Jar! Now that's what I call sacrifice!
That puts us somewhere in the $300 range so far.
That puts us somewhere in the $300 range so far.
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