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dbs Piaggio Ape Calessino | Drive-by Snapshots by Sebastian Motsch (2011)

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Piaggio Ape Calessino

October 3rd is a public holiday in Germany. The weather in 2011 was perfect to go for a ride in my trusty convertible. Taking a detour on my home way from Bamberg was well worth it, again. Not only did I discover a twisty road that is fun to drive, but I also found something […]

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