Subject: RE: New Guzzis, retro loopframes and Ippogriffos
Author: Rich Zink
Date: Jun 18, 2001, 8:20 AM
Post ID: 1707160118
I am actually not sure that the retro loopframe styling would sell
more bikes. We talk like it would and are always grumbling about bringing
back the Eldo (I for one have done it myself) but given the reality I don't
think I would plop down the $12-15 grand to have a 2002 idea of what an Eldo
should be. Some of my Ambassador's appeal and character comes from it being
a 30 year old antique. And as far a selling a zillion of them new Stones, I
think selling just enough to keep Aprillia from looking for someone to
unload them on is fine. I for one as an old time Ducati lover hate what has
happened to them (Ducati) in the last 5 years with boutiques and designer
golf bags and such ;-(. I came to Moto Guzzi because of it's 'esoteric'
nature.
Of course all of this is my opinion and your mileage may vary, but I will
agree with Ian who said "While we are looking for the retro Eldo or a
Ippogriffo (which had the coolest name and paint scheme in my opinion...even
if Frank Wedge didn't like it! :-) ) the new riders are looking for
something else". I would seriously be looking at an Ippogriffo with a 'hot
rod' motor if they were available. That is what I would like to see Guzzi
make.
Rich
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From: Jay Williams [SMTP:cj7-@hotmail.com]
Sent: Monday, June 18, 2001 6:24 AM
To: Loopfram-@topica.com
Subject: RE: New Guzzis
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I agree with Ian that styling reminiscent of the loopframes would
sell more
bikes.
But, I hope The Stone catches on big time and they sell a zillion of
'em.
Whatever keeps Guzzi viable in North America is a good thing.
Jay