We are the Mods, we are the Mods, we are, we are, we are the Mods...Glasgow enjoyed a mini Mod revival in the late 1970s, mostly driven by the release, in 1979, of the big screen version of The Who's Quadrophenia.All of a sudden, the city was swamped in parkas, sta-press suits, desert boots, pork-pie hats, and Fred Perry shirts. And, for those with a bit more money, a scooter was essential.While many longed for, and lusted after a vintage Lambretta, most had to make do with a second or third-hand Vespa. And the place to go, and hang out, was Mickey Oates' scooter emporium on York Street, seen here in 1981. -- noreferrer">Shipping page for information about our available services. If you are interested in purchasing one of our products but live outside of the UK please get in touch. -- The Herald Picture Store is proud to present these images in their actual condition. We haven't manipulated these photographs and are proud of their character. Please be aware that due to their age some images may show imperfections. This is as a result of the technology available at the time they were captured and/or scanned and saved for our records.
