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Mike Karslake: The continuation of Mr Lambretta!

Mike Karslake was now living his retirement years out exactly as he planned, in a quiet, idyllic setting in deepest Devon surrounded by beautiful countryside. Not forgetting one thing... the world’s first dedicated Lambretta museum which he owned and ran. It was a fitting tribute to the man who had tirelessly campaigned to keep interest in the Lambretta through the dark times of the 1970s. Now the resurgence in ownership and interest had happened, through the museum Mike had the opportunity to be centrally involved in its continuation.

Putting on a show

Working directly with the LCGB at least once a year there would be a dedicated rally there. The events of the 35th anniversary in 1987 had proved that it was the ideal location and though it lacked a few facilities it was a popular choice with enthusiasts. Mike, it seemed, was more than

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