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Hello Serg! Vespa are mainly used for delivery for these stores because it can do heavy lifting items. For example, one of the vespa was filmed carrying a few rows of fabrics. Sampheng district was concentrated with textile wholesale stores so vespa are main delivery vehicles of choice for every stores for more than 40 years.
Yes, we are very close to the little India district. There are many garment shops there and I have some very many vespers running around. I think another reason is because the two-stroke motor has more torque, so he can carry heavy your loads.
I think i've cracked the code on why they use the vespas... the old shape of the vespas they are able to make custom racks for carrying boxes / freight. I noticed right at the end of your video.. loving the content mate :)
Yeah they are super durable and the 2 stroke motors have way more torque than 4-stroke motors. So this is likely the reason, as they can carry heavier loads with the 2 stroke engines.
1. A police officer you saw. They are not police officers, but officers at the municipality. They are in charge of keeping public spaces tidy and taking care of sidewalk trade. They only catch people who sell things in excess of the area and sell things on the sidewalk. and sales on public areas He seized and confiscated all the things that were for sale. 2. The reason why this area is full of Vespa In fact, besides Chinese people, near this market is a large fabric wholesale market called Phahurat or Little India. The market is full of people from India and there are many Indian restaurants. And Vespa has a factory in India. Therefore, Vespa is a very popular model in India. It has both durability and strength. People in that area will use Vespa for carrying large amounts of things, especially fabrics. 3. All this area is called Old City. This area will be the center of all trade and wholesale markets such as Sampeng is a general wholesale market. Near this market is a large fabric wholesale market called Phahurat. The wholesale market for audio and electronic equipment is called Ban Mo, the wholesale market for gadgets for phones and computers is called Suea Pa Market, the wholesale market for motorcycle and car parts is called Worachak and Klong Thom, whole sale tire is call Wong Wian 22 or the large flower wholesale market open 24 hours. Pak Khlong Talad 😁😁🙏🙏
Yes, I noticed that the authorities were mainly looking at peoples merchandise, and if it was in the way of people walking by. I’ve been to Little India, and there’s very many Vespa’s there as well. It’s just so neat to see so many of them still running around.
@@LifewithSerg The vespa around there is over 20-30 years old. In addition to being able to run, it can carry things that are 2-3 times bigger than the Vespa on a daily basis.🤣🤣
This is a great little video. I've wanted to come to Thailand for the longest time now. I can't believe the magnitude of items in those markets or how many stalls are set up! Blows my mind! Its like a little village. I'd love to see a jewelry store that sells real gold rings and pendants on chain's. I love seeing what each country has to share with the world.
I love shopping in Bangkok, but usually need a taxi with heavy/bulky items. But it's not bad from my usual hotel using the blue line. Thank you for this useful tip, I'll visit next time I'm there.
In the past, I used to get fashion shoes and sandals from here to sell at the flea market. If there are a lot of them, it will be in the morning. There are 2 shifts in the market, that is, selling from the morning until 8-9 PM and the market selling from midnight until 6 AM in the same area. 😊
@@LifewithSerg Yeah no need, what I noticed is they have a few unique items we haven't seen around Bangkok much at all, like the Winnie the Pooh stuff, Dee loves all that... 🤣
Got to give this market a visit next trip. think i need a few hours in there, so much goodies available and shopping in Bangkok is always fun with those thai smiles 👍
So true, we on holidays and we still rush around but there so much to see in these markets that you got to set a time limit. i give around 2 hours when exploring the likes of bobae or mbk and always give patunahm a bit longer so somehow next trip got to fit a visit to samphreng market. 🙏
Hey Serg! Today I just watched video about a workerless (automated) convenience store called "Lotus pick & Go", I thought of you because I remember you're a Lotus's customer. But NVM, the market in this video is so cool that it makes Lotus Pick & Go becomes meh. Can't imagine how old exactly are those Vespas but what makes them so cool is that they're still in use, not in a gallery. I figure you big guy slip out the despicable me wallet (you should really buy it ;) to pay for a drink in 7-11, that must be very funny 😂😂
There must’ve been at least 20 vespers there. I think they’re built really well and then perhaps they can carry more weight. I’m going to go back to smoke it with a friend. Maybe then I will buy that wallet. Lol.
Sawasdee krup Khun Serg ! Samphaeng is a bit too hot & humid over the overlapped roofs in rainy season ! Perhaps shopping at Central Embassy so nice & cool with NO people surrounding you ! 😂 Wow an e trader also gees you are full of surprises 🎉 No present for your cute bestie Nong Praveena ? She will be delighted with surprises from Samphaeng for her ja ❤
I don’t like the malls that have all the high end fashion brand stores in them. Just zero interest to me. I really enjoyed this market, and I will bring my friend Paweena back here so both of us can do some regular shopping. Yes, I had an eBay store since 1996. Sold vintage toys and electronics. Till I moved to Thailand. I’ve been in the ebiz a LONG time. Ha
@@LifewithSerg No wonder Khun Serg traveled Business Class back to America So Hi So ja 😂 Story of Paweena will be a great content !? I was just teasing you about luxury malls as their air conditioner is so cool vs Samphaeng !!! Can I come too ? You must know how to do CPR in case I fainted 😂 Fun vlog indeed Khun Serg brought back my very early memory b4 II got exported to Sydney ( Made in Thailand ) stamped 😂 💕
Hey serg would love to see a possible video about the health side of living in bangkok, maybe an experience at the dentist, or hospital, something of that nature🤔
I’ve been to the hospital to three times, because it’s the easiest way to see the doctor. While it’s not the content I’m interested in making, there’s quite a few other channels that have covered this topic.
I would need a shipping container with all the stuff I would buy there LOL. I cant wait for my trip to Thailand in 2 weeks this market is a must see place for me!
I usually went to this market when I attended a college in BKk 30 years ago. The price is low and quality is not bad. However, you can't expect good quality of low price stuff! I would love to go back there again.
I just sold things online, locally, gave things away, and donated stuff. It was a very straightforward process. Once you start, it’ll be so easy to get rid of things.
The old Vespa especially the model you saw is the best motorcycle for carrying huge loads that is perfect for the shops . They are very durable have strong chasis. That old model is not being built by Vespa anymore. But still there are many Old Vespa communities and lots of garage in Sampheng area. I used to have 3 of them to carry heavy stuff for my shop. Furthermore, that old model has almost the same price as the brand new motorcycle.
Yes, I am well-versed in motorcycles and scooters. These are old two-stroke Vespa scooters. I think one of the main reasons they use them is because the two-stroke engine has more torque, and can carry heavier loads than the modern four stroke scooters.
exactly, and especially the tyre. The rear tyre of the old vespa are thick and strong to bear heavy loads. I used to make it pastel blue and pink before i sold them :)
4:20 These guys aren't police, they're City Law Enforcement. As you correctly said, they inspect vendors for licences, and enforce basic laws- stuff like saying where vendors can or can't park, they also collect taxes from vendors. City law enforcement does work that isn't important enough for police to handle. That aside, great video! Sampeng is my favourite market in BKK
I used to come here to buy airsoft guns and other toys. Very cool market. I remember you said you were a former toy dealer, there's a place called Mega Plaza that is like 6 floors of collectible toys
Yes, those are actually from the late 1970s or the early 1980s. I know that they’re old. I think they’re using them because they have two-stroke engines, and they have more torque does a four stroke engine. This allows them to carry heavier things.
They use Vespas to carry rolls of fabrics from warehouse to the shops. Sampeng has been the country's fabric trading center since the 60s. before starting to sell toys and other equipment in later decades
Have a theory on all those Vespas. In a marketplace that large, they are like the fastest mode of transportation, and time is money. Like those bike delivery dudes in San Fransisco that weave around all the traffic and deliver the goods fast. There's a lot of goods at this market to deliver! You're right, I would have so much fun at this place. Glad we got to rummage at your old trotting grounds the other month!😂
Yeah, you’re right on that. The question I had was why vespers and not other bikes. I think the answer is because the two-stroke engines have more torque than four stroke engines, and these bikes are a lot more solidly built for carrying things around. I know that if I brought you to this market, you will probably spend more than all day there. Lol.
Sampheng market is a wholesale market. The price will drop if you buy it 3 prices+ but if you go to that market around 2AM-4AM you can bargain a little bit more. The man in uniform is not police. they are municipal official there duty is to take care of cleanness and order on the footpath (take care by law not to clean it by themself). You can see the difference between police and municipal official by look on there rank on the shoulder. police have sliver color rank and municipal official have gold color rank .
Love your market videos Serg! Here in the US a burrito that used to cost me $8 is now $11 and a haircut that used to cost $30 is now $44 plus tip! I better fly back to the Land of Smiles 🇹🇭 before my money is all gone!
Yeah, these market videos are fun to make. I was actually in the US for a visit a month ago. To my surprise, after having been gone for a little over a year, I didn’t find the prices had risen much at all.
Dear Serg, police in Sam Peng are normally there to raid places which sell pirated products and other kinds of infringement for example the bear toys, clothes and bags with designer's prints. They've been reported of piracy or occasionnaly come to inspect randomly.
I’ve learned that this wasn’t the police, but municipality code enforcers. They made several vendors move their items because they were blocking the walkways.
Sampeng is for wholesale and costly for retail. Forr retail head to pratunam market evening.from 5 to 11 or 1159pm. Best price but always bargain or ask for discount. Check for yourself.
If you like this kind of market, perhaps you might want to visit another market, Klong Thom market or ตลาดคลองถม, just a block away from Sampeng, selling all kinds of tools, electronics, etc.
I’ve been there, and honestly, I was disappointed with the market. I brought my gear and I was going to make a video, but I didn’t feel there was enough there to make an interesting video.
Not that I remember. I had bought and sold many many Atari systems and cartridges in the US. I think you’re going to like the video I recorded today. It’s not Atari, but it’s a place that you will absolutely have to visit if you ever come here since you like video games.
I have been to Bangkok 3 times, i have one question to people of Bangkok. Why are there so many wires on top in every street. Why not made underground yet?
The copyright laws are not enforce your astringently as they are in US. Even if you try to import some of these things, you could have a lot of problems on your hands.
Do you think you can buy those high power laser pen things in from this market? I need to make a DIY fly killer for back home! :D If not, where is the best place to buy those kind of things like electronics etc ? I saw them around Nana Plaza area but it’s all more expensive along those streets.. I’m going to be in Bangkok on Saturday eve / night only.
Reminds me of my trips to “flea markets “ as a kid. Great video as always Serg, I will definitely put this on my list when I travel there in early 2024! (Any cheap cigars there? Lol)
My aunt had run a cloth & sewing accessories shop in Lat Phrao, and she's bought her supplies from Sam Pheng for over 20 years. Back when I was a kid I have been following her to Sam Pheng sometimes and it was so boring for a kid like me X-D. This place was almost never changed.
@@vichetthim5223 If you want to buy clothes, fabrics, crowns, accessories related to Thai culture. You should go to Phahurat. This is a big source of Thailand. We export these products to neighboring countries that are popular with Thai products, such as Cambodia.
Oh, yeah, I would say majority of the stuff violates some copyright, if not 12. lol. This place is a gold mine. I’m definitely going back with a friend of mine and spending two or three hours there to do some real Shopping.
They are not policeman, they are Bangkok city officer (in Thai, we called them TED-SA-KIT). They prevent merchants to sell on the road or footpath. They have right to arrest and fine, but just for ones who sell things on the prohibited area, such as, footpath and road. For criminal related issues, we still have to inform the policeman. If you visit Sampeng, please beware your bag; keep it in the front because there are some gangs (both Thai and foreigners) who, sometimes, use razor to cut your bag to get your stuff. They are so professional as they can do very soft, fast and unnoticeable. By the way, here, if you are not careless, you will really enjoy shopping at this place. Well, in recent years, there are more and more merchants from Mainland China selling stuff here as well. If you can speak Mandarin, you may get different feeling.
I didn’t feel the least bit threatened there that someone was going to take my bag. It was an interesting market for sure. And yes, several people have pointed out that they were not police. Thank you for the clarification.
If you’re looking for used clothes, go to Pattavikorn market. If you’re looking for new clothes in the book, I really don’t know. I would recommend you just go and Google it.
