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1949
Salsbury Model 85 Rocket scooter for sale
Manufactured between
1946 and 1949 with between 700 and 1000 manufactured makes
this a very rare scooter. It has had a down to the last nut and
bolt restoration to original condition
Advertised as "The Salsbury, The Most Completely Automatic Vehicle
Ever Built" or ..
Whatever the hype of the day, the Salsbury has proven the test of time
and, in today's world, these scooters are highly coveted. Step-through
seating was convenient for women in skirts. Yariable
speed automatic drive. The rider simply depresses the automotive style throttle
pedal to drive it. It has a locking trunk, headlight and taillight. and can be fitted
with a buddy seat.
The engine is a single cylinder 320 cc
developing 6 Hp. Top Speed is 50 plus mph.. It is equipped
with a automotive style rear brake.
This motor scooter was
restored in 2004-5 driven 26 miles and has been on static display in my
heated garage ever since.
I have kept it in excellent running condition and its ready for the road
or as a display piece.
Asking $16,500

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