A mysterious American classic scooter today

Indeed, there were many scooter models had been built by various manufacturers in the world in the early 1950s to 1960s. They seemed busy dominantly passing through the urban traffic at the world's major cities because that time was also known as the scooter heyday. But on the contrary, if we look at it today, maybe most of their existence becomes mysterious (due to has become a part of private collections and/or museums) even some are extinct swallowed up by time.

A classic American scooter called Globester is designed by Brooks Stevens in 1946. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/32Mlmax)

Of the many models, one example is the American scooter model under the Globester brand. This scooter brand is known to be produced and owned by a manufacturer based in Chicago, the United States in the late 1940s. Some sources said that the scooter design related to Brooks Stevens, a famous American industrial designer of home furnishings, appliances, automobiles, and motorcycles as well as a graphic designer and stylist.

But, we can not find out much detailed information about Globester scooters on the internet, besides several old advertisement brochure pictures scattered on several sites out there. Literally, we could not be seen one proof of the Globester scooter has been survived and still exists up today.

An old advertisement leaflet of the Globester 2nd scooter model. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/32Mlmax)

Well, from the existing pictures, it can be concluded that there are 2 Globester scooter models that ever been made by the Chicago-based manufacturer. And the first model looks like has a similar style to the average American scooters that existed at the time.

As quoted from Lambretista, this Globester scooter model was made around 1946. When you think that Innocenti’s  Model A, on the face of it a much less sophisticated design, dates from 1947, you get the impression that American scooters had a definite head start on those from Italy.

The 2nd model of the Globester scooter is built with a one-piece aluminum frame powered by an air-cooled 2-stroke engine capable of producing up to 2 horsepower. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/32Mlmax)

Let's take a look at the second scooter model, in the advertisement brochure, it states that this Globester scooter is built with a one-piece aluminum frame powered by an air-cooled 2-stroke engine capable of producing up to 2 horsepower. With the engine power, this scooter can run up to a top speed of 35 mph with fuel consumption of 95 miles per gallon of gas. At that time this scooter model was offered in several color choices such as flame red, metallescent gray, bright yellow, and metallescent brown. One thing that stands out from all of these pics is that they are so ahead of their time.

The 2nd model of Globester scooter is offered in several color choices such as flame red, metallescent gray, bright yellow, and metallescent brown. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/2EZU2xu)

The ad pictures mentioned above do come from the 1950s, and the one thing that strikes me from that is the price. The Globester doesn't look like a cheap scooter, but we don’t know why the Globester couldn’t gain success in the market. There're many factors, maybe it comes down to engineering, reliability, fashion, or price, but it’s certainly not as well known as that other iconic US brands, the Cushman or Salsbury.

That's it, and if the article above is still considered inadequate or inaccurate, or if you have additional information related to these unique scooter models, please don't hesitate to let us know via the comments column below this article.

Kept spur your adrenaline on the power of the two-wheeled monster and stay alive with true safety riding. May God will forgive Your sins and so does the cops...... *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | LAMBRETTISTA.NET | CUSTOMRODDER | ULTIMATEMOTORCYCLING.COM]

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This three-wheeler was ahead of its time, but nobody wants it

Traffic congestion is not a new problem for modern people living in urban areas nowadays only, it has emerged and has been a problem for a long time. So that many solutions have been tried to solve this, apart from public transport and carpooling, is by creating alternative motorized vehicles that are in a compact (small) size but reliable as a means of daily transportation.

1957 Jurisch Motoplan, a tiny three-wheeler prototype designed by a German engineer named Carl Jurisch. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/31EzjYL)

Like that we can currently see in the form of the small-sized vehicles from Lit Motors to the new single-seat vehicle designs are being worked on by the Japanese carmaker giants like Toyota right now. Turns out that the idea is not new, it could be seen in the figure of a charming one-seater three-wheeler made in 1957.

Only three prototypes of the 1957 Jurisch Motoplan have ever been built, and only one of them has survived. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/31EzjYL)

The vehicle in question is the 'Motoplan,' a single-seater three-wheeler is designed and built by a German engineer named Carl Jurish who believes that single-seat vehicles are the future of transportation. Besides being a talented engineer, it turns out he is also a motorcycle racer.

Previously, he had built his own motorcycle from scratch at the age of 23, as well as witnessed automobiles becoming immensely popular in post-war Germany. Then he looked for ways to redesign a car to make it more like a motorcycle. This futuristic vehicle appears with a full of innovative quirky designs.

1957 Jurisch Motoplan uses a 173 cc single-cylinder Heinkel engine and put out just under 10hp coupled with 4-speed manual gearbox. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/31EzjYL)

Yes, the vehicle was built by using an old motorcycle sidecar. Instead of a steering wheel, it had handlebars that looked more like controls on an airplane. Due to its really small size, so there is no room to pin a regular fuel tank, Jurisch designed the tank to be mounted at the back and pop up. Then the engine is installed openly like a puzzle box, with a canopy, tail unit, seat, and fuel tank that swivels up for easy access.

1957 Jurisch Motoplan can reach speeds of 55 miles per hour (88.51 kph) and presumably got good gas mileage as well. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/31EzjYL)

Only three prototypes have ever been built, and only one of them has survived. It uses a 173 cc single-cylinder Heinkel engine and put out just under 10hp coupled with 4-speed manual gearbox. When we talk about its performance, it can reach speeds of 55 miles per hour (88.51 kph) and presumably got good gas mileage as well. However, You could not hope it runs nimbly on the highway, due to it might look like a turtle in there.😆

1957 Jurisch Motoplan did not succeed in getting the attention of the automotive industry to produce it, because they thought the design was not attractive enough. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/31EzjYL)

When it was just finished, the designer took the prototype to a popular German auto magazine and asked them to take a look, but all he got was ridicule. Then Jurisch had also sent the car to a motorcycle dealer in New York, hoping to get better results.
But Americans preferred big-sized car models with tailfins, and even automotive advertising scripts at the time emphasized car length as a selling point. It seemed that 1957 was not the best time to sell tiny cars. Sadly, nobody wants Motoplan and no one was interested in their designs. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | FASTCOMPANY.COM]

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Here's the unfamous short-lived Belgian scooter called Aldimi

Just like other rare scooters we have discussed before. Yes, it all started when we were surfing in cyberspace and found pictures of unique and rare scooters on several websites out there. And the images of the unique and rare scooter seem to have been circulating on the internet for a long time and are directly linked to one Belgian classic scooter brand, known as 'Aldimi.' This then makes us curious to try to find out the 'what' and 'who' behind this Belgium scooter brand.

1953 Aldimi Prince de Liège designed and built by Albert d'Ieteren and his son, André in collaboration with René Milhoux. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/2QOHtaN)

The birth of this classic scooter is also taken inseparable from the success of the scooter brands from Italy, Vespa, and Lambretta, which then inspired many parties to try to make their fortune by producing scooters including to this Belgian manufacturer which related to the Aldimi and Belgian-Cushman.

The company was founded by Albert d'Ieteren, a coachbuilder for cabins and later automobiles that were famous since from the turn of the century until the late 1930s. And when he saw the success of the two Italian scooter brands mentioned above, he wanted to launch his own scooter. 

1953 Aldimi Prince de Liège using a Saroléa 125 Oiseau Bleu engine from 1950 with Miller ignition and Amal carburetor.  (Picture from: https://bit.ly/31IV0ab)

Then he teamed up with René Milhoux, a famous motorcycle racer when started designing a scooter which was later called 'Aldimi Prince de Liège' and at the end of the process, they were also assisted by Albert's son named André. And the brand's name of Aldimi is taken from the abbreviations of the names Albert d'Ieteren and René Milhoux.

The brand's name of Aldimi is taken from the abbreviations of the names Albert d'Ieteren and René Milhoux. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/3btrzMv)

This unique scooter is built with a rigid frame that supports the rear wheels and using a Saroléa 125 Oiseau Bleu engine from 1950 with Miller ignition and Amal carburetor, this scooter is said to have a good balance and offers excellent handling as well. The Aldimi scooters were built at the d'Ieteren workshop in Brussels has characteristics such as cantilevered wheels, Neiman rings front suspension, and a rear with a cone creating a variable set of flexibility.

1953 Aldimi Prince de Liège's unusual body curves that said to contribute to its good balance and excellent handling as well. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/3btrzMv)

That's not surprising, because René Milhoux is actually a reliable designer who also known ever designed the Belgian-Cushman scooter in 1951. Well, the Cushman scooter was originally made in America which was later made derivative in Belgium after completely revised by him so that it weighs 55 kilos lighter than the American version.

1951 Belgium-Cushman was originally made in America which was later made derivative in Belgium after completely revised by René Milhoux. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/2QOHtaN)

After the Aldimi scooter prototype was completed and appeared with sexy body curves, something happened that made the model not appear in the motorized vehicle market. As it turned out, the domestic market at that time was not supported due to the potential for scooter purchases in Belgium is not what was previously thought, and Aldimi was slowly dying after only made about ten copies of the Aldimi 125 Prince de Liège scooter in 1953.

After making about ten copies of the Aldimi Prince de Liège, the company decided not to proceed with the model into mass-production due to the weary market condition. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/3btrzMv)

The company decided not to produce its own brand of scooter and changed moves.😢😢😢 They were thought the real-business must go on and left behind the dream and idealism. Yes, they took a proper shortcut by taking over the license of Piatti scooters which were also dying at that time. Although, both have not survived at the end. Literally, we could not be seen one proof of the Aldimi scooter has been survived and still exists up today.

That's it, and if the article above is still considered inadequate or inaccurate, or if you have additional information related to this unique scooter, please don't hesitate to let us know via the comments column below this article.

Kept spur your adrenaline on the power of the two-wheeled monster and stay alive with true safety riding. May God will forgive Your sins and so does the cops...... *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | CYBERMOTORCYCLE.COM | MOTO-COLLECTION.ORG | WIKIPEDIA]

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This car was extinct, You couldn't be seen it today

Almost all show cars made in the 1950s and 1960s always feature attractive shapes that give a deep impression to those who have witnessed or known the existence of these vehicles in the past. Why is that? Because most of them appear in futuristic designs coupled with advanced features. But unfortunately, now some of these vehicles may have been destroyed after their service life is over or become the private collections of an exclusive circle of automotive enthusiasts.😢😢

1964 Mercury Comet Super Cyclone concept made the first public appearance at the Chicago Auto Show 1964. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/34qcaev)

It doesn't appear there was ever any production intent for the Comet Super Cyclone, Mercury's far-out fastback show car of 1964, but it’s still fun to wonder what if. Designed by Ford advanced stylist David L. Ash and his staff, the Super Cyclone was constructed by Dearborn Steel Tubing, a local Ford contractor that was also responsible for the Fairlane Thunderbolts, the Thunderbird Italien concept, and other exotic skunkworks-type projects.

1964 Mercury Comet Super Cyclone equipped with a 289 CID V8 and a Borg-Warner four-speed gearbox. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/34qcaev)

To create the Super Cyclone, famed designer-fabricator Vince Gardner and his associate Paul Shedlik, then in the employ of DST, started with a stock '64 Comet Cyclone hardtop equipped with a 289 CID V8 and a Borg-Warner four-speed. After removing much of the factory sheet metal aft of the A-pillars, they modeled and constructed a new outer skin in fiberglass. The revised look sported radiused rear wheel openings to match the front and a radically sloped roofline to support a large, wraparound rear glass.

As we can see, the car's backlight bears a powerful resemblance to the one on the original 1964 Plymouth Barracuda, just then going into production. Though we have no reason to presume it's anything more than coincidence, the similarity is striking.

1964 Mercury Comet Super Cyclone assume is destroyed once its show career was over. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/34qcaev)

Other custom features included a complete interior in white Naugahyde, Astro custom wheels with bolt-on knockoffs, and teardrop racing mirrors. The revised front end treatment featured a custom grille with fine vertical teeth and French Cibie headlights. The rectangular lamps were popular on the custom car scene in the '60s but technically, they weren’t legal for street use in the U.S.

The Super Cyclone made its first public appearance at the Chicago Auto Show (above) on February 8-15, 1964. (We can't help wondering what the Plymouth people thought when they saw it.) The fastback was also a regular feature of the Lincoln-Mercury Caravan of Stars, a traveling exhibition on the hot rod show circuit, and in the April 1964 issue of Rod & Custom magazine (below) it shared the cover with Ed Roth’s latest show rod, The Road Agent.

We don't know this, but since the Super Cyclone hasn't been sighted in decades, we assume it is destroyed once its show career was over (the usual fate of show cars and concepts at the time.) *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | MACSMOTORCITYGARAGE]

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Little Dicky with Ducati engine

So, if you have enough free time, then try typing a keyword, "Dick Tricycle" into the Google search. And see what came after that? There is a French-made three-wheeled vehicle picture with no other information about it.

Dick Tricycle is a tiny antique three-wheeler on display at the 2019 Salon Rétromobile in Paris. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/31zKylf)

This unique vehicle model called Dicky Tricycle is made by a Paris-based coachbuilder company named Dick. In the early 1950s, the company dressed it with a three-wheeled platform and a small two-door body. However, it is not known exactly how many of these tiny three-wheelers were made by this French company.

Dick Tricycle is built by the Paris-based coachbuilder named Dick back in 1952. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/2YDTjc9)

Its power comes from Ducati's horizontal 4-stroke 175cc single-cylinder engine. The engine drives a single rear wheel by transmitting power via an automatic transmission system coupled with a hydraulic torque converter and centrifugal clutch.

Dick Tricycle uses a Ducati's horizontal 4-stroke 175cc single-cylinder engine. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/2YDTjc9)

In the cabin, this three-wheeled vehicle can accommodate two people in a tandem position (the passenger sits behind the driver). Finally, this cutie vehicle was exhibited in its original condition for auction at the 2019 Salon Rétromobile which was held at the Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. As quoted from Artcurial.com, the cutie antique three-wheeler sold at a price of €10,728 (approx. US. $12,688 or Rp.186 million) at the event. 

Dick Tricycle is offered from €10,000 to €15,000 at the 2019 Salon Rétromobile and sold at a price of €10,728. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/2YDTjc9)

Most definitely modernized and restored in the past, now presented in a less fit condition. In order to restore and maintain the vehicle into good condition, and overall mechanical repair is to be expected. This original and charming three-wheeler will attractive, also delight its future owner in many ways with its rarity status and signature Italian engine. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | ARTCURIAL.COM | CLASSICCARWEEKLY.NET | PIXAUTO.NET | INVALUABLE.COM | CHALLENGES.FR]

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Scoot on with the Venus of Germany

Still in context with the subject of discussion about the vintage scooters. Might be You ever see and know the fantasy poster of 'Scoot on over to Venus' by Aaron Johnson, Joel Anderson, in 2018 which appeared in the 1950s vintage nuanced style. It can be seen as if the poster invites us to scoot to outer space. Whether it's a coincidence or not (but there seems to be nothing to do with it).🤔 It turns out that in Germany in the 1950s there was a scooter with the Venus brand.

1950s Venus DS 100 looks more compact and simple with a single-seater. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/2FXJdfM)

Like the others in the time, this brand also inspired by the success of selling scooters from Italy such as Vespa and Lambretta, as well as several other German major brands, such as the DKW Hobby, Heinkel Tourist, Zundapp Bella, Maico Mobil, Glass Gogo, Bastert Einspurauto, and others. 

1953 Venus MS 175 with a single-seater. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/31tr95B)

The scooter models made by a German manufacturer named Venus GmbH. Fahrzeugbau. As quoted from Cybermotorcycle, the first model is named Venus DS 100 which uses a 100cc 2 stroke single-cylinder Fichtel & Sachs engine. The design influence of the Italian Vespa Faro Basso scooter which was booming at that time is could be seen clearly in it, such as the rounded front fenders which look like separated from the shield, then the curved-back resembled a wasp's tail.

1954 Venus MS 175 on display at the museum Auto & Uhrenwelt Schramberg, Germany. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/2QnkB1G)

In our opinion, the overall design of this scooter is more similar to another German scooter model named the IWL SR59 Berlin. Although have an almost similar shape, but the Venus scooter model has a simpler front shield than the IWL model. 

1954 Venus MS 175 made with a longer seat so that can accommodate 2 people on it. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/2QrPBhm)

The next model is the Venus MS 150 which uses a larger capacity engine, namely 150cc which able to spew power of up to 6.5 PS and is capable of making the scooter to a top speed of 70 kph. While the last model is known as the Venus MS and MSA 175 which uses a 175cc engine powered up to 9 PS so that it can carry this scooter to run up to 90 kph.

1955 Venus MSA 175. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/2FSuvqn)

There is a slight difference from the previous scooter model if the DS 100 model is only equipped with one seat but on the next Venus scooter models, the company is also made with a longer seat so that can accommodate 2 people on it.

The Venus MSA 175 instrument panel attached to a simple dashboard right under the handlebar. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/2FSuvqn)

However, all of the Venus scooter models put the headlight on the shield so made it a real differentiating factor from those Italian scooters. Reportedly the machine was stodgy but reliable, and handling may not have been optimal.😔

1955 Venus MSA 175. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/31syPES)

This Donauwörth-based scooter manufacturer is produced all of the above scooter models in a fairly short period of time, less than 5 years around 1950 to 1955.😢😢😢

1955 Venus MSA 175. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/2YzMAA5)

That's it, and if the article above is still considered inadequate or inaccurate, or if you have additional information related to this unique scooter, please don't hesitate to let us know via the comments column below this article.

Kept spur your adrenaline on the power of the two-wheeled monster and stay alive with true safety riding. May God will forgive Your sins and so does the cops...... *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | CYBERMOTORCYCLE.COM | MOTOR-LIT-BERLIN.DE | TEMPO]

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Lil Redd Wrecker

The existence of special utility vehicles such as wreck truck is really needed by automotive workshops in their daily operational duties. Besides playing an important role, its figure has always escaped the attention of automotive enthusiasts. Because in general, these utility vehicles have a less attractive and monotonous shape truck.

Redd Fox Lil Red Wrecker built by the famous builder George Barris in the early 1970s. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/2Qjg6p1)

At first glance, a wrecker looks similar to a tow truck, the major differences between both of them only by the driver's scope of duties. While both positions require you to tow cars, a tow truck driver typically only tows vehicles. They do not generally perform repair or maintenance work, while a wrecker driver is authorized to do so.

So when there is a famous car builder who makes this type of vehicle so it becomes beautiful and even emerges a star in every attended auto show. This is certainly something interesting to discuss. The wrecker in question was built by George Barris in the early 1970s for Redd Foxx star of "Sanford & Son" named Redd Fox Lil Red Wrecker. The truck has an awesome piece built of the all-steel body tube frame, corvette rear-end, and suspension.

The cabin of the Redd Fox Lil Red Wrecker covered dominantly with red-velvet while the blue on its seater side. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/2Qjg6p1)

This all hand-built body is made of metal and sculptured with the tilt styled front cab tinted sky top window and all. The oval tunneled grille shell housed quad rectangular English-style headlights and a chrome mesh insert.

And the gorgeous designed wrecker is powered by an all chrome plated supercharged 392 cubic inches Chrysler's mid-mounted engine. Another unusual feature is the Center Steering with right-hand power braking plus left-hand hydraulic gas pedal.

The gorgeous Redd Fox Lil Red Wrecker is powered by an all chrome plated supercharged 392 cubic inches Chrysler's mid-mounted engine. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/2EyZbMq)

A square foam styled crushed blue velvet interior was created by Joe Perez plus trimmed in a wet look antique vinyl.

The rear wrench is electric push-button power operated and completely chrome plated. Dual MOON gas tanks are installed on each side of the body panels and finished in a machined groove. Extra-wide deep chrome reversed wheels are mounted on Formula Super Stock tires.

Unique pinstripe and gold leafing with Redd's character image were performed by the artistic talents of Ralph Stiers. The finishing touches are in 30 coats of fine sprayed Kandy Redd over a Sungleam platinum under the base.

The truck now runs and drives, when the current owner bought the truck in the 1990's he completely restored the whole truck, to make it run and move on its own. When the truck was originally built is was a pusher show car for the Autorama and indoor car shows, aka trailer queen. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | BARIS.COM | TOWFORCE.NET | MOTORIOUS.COM]

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Testa Rossa Coupe restored by Neil Twyman

Indeed, if we talk about beautiful and exotic sports cars there will be no end. Especially when the mentioned topic is 'Testa Rossa,' and you must be agreed with us if that's the most legendary name in the world's automotive as one of the famous sports car species made by the Maranello-based premium car manufacturer, Ferrari.

Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa Coupe is a chimera model of two famous 1961 Ferrari 250 GTE and Testa Rossa restored by Neil Twyman. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/3hxfV5D)

Even one of the 'Testa Rossa' named classic sports cars (1957 Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa) has won several races like the Mille Miglia, 24 hours of Le Mans in the 1950s. Now, this roofless classic racing car from the Prancing Horse logoed manufacturer is listed as one of the most expensive cars in the world (its price tag ranging from the U.S. $12 million to $25 million).

Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa Coupe still uses an original 3-liter V12 'refreshed' 250TR type Block engine. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/2D1z2pe)

Well, the 'Testa Rossa' (not 'Testarossa') which will be discussed this time is a little different, because it is made as a coupe. In fact, the classic Testa Rossa racing car of 1950s had never been made by Ferrari in a coupe platform before. So if there is now a Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa Coupe, of course, make you will ask who has built it?

Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa Coupe is restored by Neil Twyman over a period of 10 years (from 2001 to 2011). (Picture from: https://bit.ly/2D1z2pe)

As quoted by Velocecars, this Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa Coupe was built by Neil Twyman for himself over a period of 10 years (from 2001 to 2011). This is one and the only coupe car was built from a Testa Rossa and a half portion of the 1961 Ferrari 250 GTE wreck which had been in a crash and left to rot. From there, he restored it back into pristine condition by using a mix of authentic 250 Testa Rossa parts and his own fabrications.

Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa Coupe is was built by simply adding a 250 GTE-styled hardtop over the legendary Testa Rossa body. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/2D1z2pe)

For example, the suspensions and brakes are original type 250 as per what would have been on the cars in period. And as its powertrain uses an original 250TR type Block 3-liter V12 'refreshed' engine and coupled with an original 250TR type Ribbed gearbox.

Ferrari 250 Testa Rossa Coupe is an incredible beautifully unique Ferrari red and cream build that just might be worthy of an inane asking price. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/3hxfV5D)

Broadly speaking for the exterior appearance, this beautiful coupe was built by simply adding a 250 GTE-styled hardtop over the legendary Testa Rossa body. While the chassis was made by Neils' team using jigs from the original chassis they worked on. So it is clear, that's a chimera of two famous Ferrari models.

And if you've come to the end wondering why this doesn't look anything like a Testarossa, that's because this is a two-word 'Testa Rossa,' the prancing horse species of the '50s/'60s, not a one-word, '80s/'90s Testarossa. The result is an incredible beautifully unique Ferrari red and cream build that just might be worthy of an inane asking price. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | FAST IS FAST | VELOCE CARS | INSIDE HOOK | HICONSUMPTION.COM]

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2 antique French-made scooters

We return to France a moment, turn out this beautiful and romantic country located in mainland Europe also has contributed many creative innovations in the automotive world, especially scooters.

As we know, during the heyday of the two-wheeled mode of transportation called scooters in the 1950s to the 1960s, there were also several French brands is enlivened the atmosphere of the scooter market at that time, like Bernardet, Guiller, Manurhin, Peugeot, Scootavia, Terrot, etc.

1951 Mors SIC scooter on display at the Auto Moto Bike Museum of Châtellerault. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/31qagIL)

Indeed, those French scooter brands have not been matched the great names of Italian scooters such as the Vespa and Lambretta which at that time were known as the most dominant scooter brands in the market.

However, there is something interesting about these French scooters, most of which have a unique and attractive appearance. One of them is the Alcyon aka Mors-Speed scooter that we are discussing today.

The Alcyon aka Mors-Speed scooter brand is owned by the Edmond Gentil company which was originally a bicycle shop located in Neuilly Seine, France was founded in 1890, and developed to a factory. It is known that the manufacturer is developed by adding motorcycle production in 1902 and that of motor cars in 1906. The company moved to Courbevoie, Seine in 1912.

1951 Mors SIC scooter uses a 2-stroke 115cc engine capable burst power of 3hp and coupled with a 2-speed gearbox. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/3jatAQd)

Gentil's products were marketed under the 'Alcyon' name, meaning the kingfisher (a beautiful song bird species). Various sizes of automobiles were produced prior to the 1st World War, after which the firm concentrated on cyclecars until 1928 when it returned exclusively to the bicycles and motorcycles manufacturer.

And during the 2nd World War, a wide range of models was manufactured and after 1945, Alcyon concentrated on selling lightweight vehicles powered by AMC, Vap, and Zurcher engines among others.

Over the years Alcyon acquired a number of smaller French manufacturers and marketed its models under various brand names. Alcyon also sponsored a successful professional cycling team, winning the Tour de France six times, which perhaps explains the choice of the 'Paris-Nice' name for one of its motor scooters, although known there are only two scooter models produced by this company.

1954 Alcyon Mors-Speed S3 Paris Nice scooter went into production in 1953 to 1954 and debuted at the 1953 Paris Auto Salon. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/3aT2BWB)

Alcyon's first scooters named Mors SIC were designed by Pierre Brissonnet whose patent was purchased by SICVAM (an industrial and commercial motor vehicle company), a subsidiary of the Mors company. SICVAM will further become the distributor for all Mors-Speed scooters.

The Mors SIC uses a 2-stroke 115cc engine capable burst power of 3hp and coupled with a 2-speed gearbox. And these French lightweight unique scooters produced from 1951 to 1953 and debuted at the 1951 Paris Auto Salon.

1954 Alcyon Mors-Speed S3 Paris Nice scooter uses a 123cc 2-stroke engine capable burst power of 6hp and coupled with a 3-speed gearbox. (Picture from: https://bit.ly/2YyIOXo)

And the second and the most famous is the Mors-Speed S3 Paris-Nice with the Alcyon badge was designed by Jean Henri Labourdette and debuted at the 1953 Paris Auto Salon. It uses a 123cc 2-stroke engine capable burst power of 6hp and coupled with a 3-speed gearbox. So, the S3 scooter able to run up to 70 kph. And these scooters went into the production line in 1953 and sold until 1958.😢

In 1955, Mors ceased its scooter production and return to the original activities of manufacturing railroad signaling, household appliances, and mechanics. Then the two scooter productions and distributions were taken over by the Courbevoie-based Gentil group under the Alcyon brand while also absorbing SICVAM.

Beside sold domestically turned out the French-made scooters also succeeded in reaching the auto market outside the country such as England to Spain under the Mors-Speed brand. This can be seen in several units of the Mors-Speed S3 Paris-Nice scooters that are still existed in the UK and the Mors SIC models in Spain.

That's it, and if the article above is still considered inadequate or inaccurate, or if you have additional information related to this unique scooter, please don't hesitate to let us know via the comments column below this article.

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