Highlights: – 450 cc single-cylinder engine, Ducati – 2321 km indicated on the odometer – Yellow and black paintwork with chrome tank panels – Period leather saddlebags fitted, an optional extra of the era – To be delivered with a certificate of historical interest, according to the seller The private seller offers for sale this 1983 Ducati Scrambler 450, powered by a 450 cc single-cylinder engine. With its bright yellow tank and mudguards, chrome tank panels, high handlebars and spoked wheels, this Scrambler captures the spirit of the carefree, adventurous motorcycling of the 1960s and 1970s. The Ducati Scrambler was introduced in the United States in 1962 at the request of the local importer and quickly became a favourite of young riders who were looking for a light, versatile motorcycle for both road and light off-road use. In Italy, the Scrambler gained popularity with the arrival of the 450 cc version. An entire generation of young Italians, born shortly after the Second World War, was influenced by the trends from across the ocean, with America, California, surfing, a sense of freedom and life in the open air as the inspiration. The Scrambler, with its simple single-cylinder engine, flat handlebar and distinctive styling, embodied that spirit and has become one of the most iconic Italian motorcycles of its era. According to the seller, this motorcycle comes from a private collection and has been used very little. It has been started periodically and used for only a few kilometres, and the odometer shows 2321 km. The saddlebags are a period option, and the motorcycle will be delivered with a certificate of historical interest. The photographs show the yellow and black paintwork, the polished engine cases with the Ducati lettering, the Smiths instruments with tachometer and speedometer, the front wheel with its drum brake and the leather saddlebags. Condition of the bodywork & paint 4 — Very Good. Clean with minimal wear; might need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts. Technical condition 4 — Very Good. Mechanically solid, with potential for minor servicing. Overall condition 4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time. This item is sold on an as-is basis. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. Photos and descriptions of the listing are for information purposes only. We encourage all potential bidders to inspect the vehicle before placing a bid. Please contact us by phone or email to schedule an appointment. All auction vehicles offered have a reserve price. You have only won the item if the seller accepts your bid. Price changes and errors reserved. The 14-day right of withdrawal does not apply to this auction. This vehicle comes from a private collection and is currently located in the province of Varese, Italy. This vehicle drives, brakes and shifts. The vehicle has an Italian registration. The chassis number is 467614. The buyer is responsible for registration in his own country and responsible for delivery and collection of any vehicle purchased at the auction. The description of this vehicle is, to the best of the seller’s knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Route 66 Auctions requests a range of detail about the vehicle from the seller and performs a level of due diligence. However, potential buyers must independently satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description. We strongly advise potential buyers to view or arrange inspections as well as conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to bid or buy. Please note that it is not uncommon for classic or collectible vehicles to have received cosmetic repairs in the past, to rectify damage or refresh appearance, and this work may be hard to see even upon visual inspection. Unless there is an explicit statement by the seller to the contrary, please assume that any vehicle could have had bodywork or paintwork. Photographs may not reflect the exact true colour or exact full condition of the vehicle. It is a bidder’s responsibility to assure themselves of the colour and condition of a vehicle, including its interior and the existence of any remedial bodywork or paintwork, before committing to bid or buy. Read more