Vespa Officina 8 Launched In India At Rs 1.34 Lakh - Here Is What All You Should Know

Vespa has launched the Vespa Officina 8 special edition in India, and this is not just another cosmetic update as it is a moving tribute to the workshop

where the Vespa story first began. Priced from Rs 1.34 lakh (ex-showroom, Maharashtra) and available in 125cc and 150cc versions, the Officina 8 is aimed at buyers who see their scooter as more than daily transport. This is about design, history and lifestyle.

Vespa Officina History

To understand this scooter, you have to go back to Pontedera, Italy, 1944. Inside the Piaggio factory, there was a small experimental department called Officina 8. It was here that engineers and mechanics worked on early prototypes, constantly assembling and dismantling machines, testing parts and refining ideas. Those experiments eventually led to the birth of the first Vespa in 1946.
So when Vespa uses the Officina 8 name today, it is not a marketing gimmick. It is a reference to the place where the brand’s DNA was shaped.

What Makes This Edition Different

At first glance, the biggest highlight is the matte metallic Blue Officina 8 colour. It is unlike the usual bright Vespa shades and is inspired by the industrial tools and workwear used in the original workshop. This scooter has metallic rivets, brass accents and aluminium-finish details. These touches give the scooter a handcrafted, almost vintage-industrial character while retaining the classic steel Vespa body.

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In the Vespa fashion, the experience goes beyond the vehicle itself, as each buyer gets a helmet in the same Blue Officina 8 finish, an exclusive metal presentation box and historical material about the original Officina 8 workshop.

There is also a full range of themed merchandise like hoodies, windbreakers, T-shirts, backpacks, keychains and even a colour-matched top box.

Engine And Everyday Usability

Under the retro-inspired skin, the mechanicals remain familiar. Buyers can choose between 125cc and 150cc petrol engines, which are known for their smooth performance and city-friendly nature. These are not performance machines, but they are refined urban commuters with strong visual appeal.

The Bigger Picture

In India’s fast-growing two-wheeler market, most launches focus on affordability and efficiency. The Vespa Officina 8 takes the opposite approach, as it sells emotion, history and individuality.