How much would the last of something be worth? In a world that is dominated by scarcity, real or imagined, what is the value of ‘the only one known to exist’? This Harley Davidson Forecar is the only one, and it’s for sale. The Forecar was introduced in 1913 in response to a perceived need for delivery vehicles in the …
1950 Moto Guzzi Ercole
Ercole is Italian for Hercules – an appropriate name for this vintage three-wheeler that could carry nearly a ton of weight in the hydraulic bed. Some models came with a cab that could fit three, though this example was designed for a solo rider that would have to brave the weather.
1976 TriVette
During the 1970s, America was suffering through an oil embargo. Lots of small companies tried to enter the automotive market by focusing on gas mileage. Bob Keyes of Ventura, California looked at a study that found “93% of the vehicles on the freeways in Southern California were being driven with only a single occupant, the driver.” His thought that having …
1951 Nimbus Model C with Sidecar
Fisker and Nielsen of Copenhagen, Denmark made their first motorcycle in 1919, a 750 CC inline four cylinder cleverly known as the Model A. An improved Model B followed and was produced until 1926 with 1,300 total units sold.
1947 Cushman Ice Cream Vendor
It was a softer, gentler time. People were mostly polite to one another, and life moved at a slower pace. Even the ice cream man didn’t have a shrieking PA sound system to announce his proximity. The vendor had a polite and pleasant bell system to alert customers. Based on the 50 series scooter, Cushman made a front box three …
1936 Indian Dispatch Tow
Post Listing Update: Unfortunately this listing was quickly pulled off of eBay, the seller says “there was an error in the listing.” I’m assuming that’s a lie, but it doesn’t matter at this point.
2007 Triumph Scrambler with Sidecar
Nowadays it seems like every manufacturer is releasing a scrambler (and Triumph just pulled the wraps off their new Street Scrambler as well, you can check out RevZilla’s review here). But a decade ago, Triumph was way ahead of the game when they were the first to debut a modern scrambler. This example extends its carrying capacity with the addition …
Serial #1 – 1982 Cub Commuter Microcar Project
Built by Convenient Machines, the Cub Commuter was one of several efforts in the 80s to produce a cheap mode of personal transport for Americans. A seller in Vermont has two projects available. They’ll both need a lot of work, but one of them is the first example off the production line.
LA-Barstow-Vegas 2016 – Day 2
View PostGuzzi Powered – 2011 Pembleton
Post Listing Update: This Pembleton replica did not meet reserve with 22 bids up to $8,100. Pembleton Motor Company is based out of the UK, and they build replicas of “the classic 1920s cycle car.” In their words, “the Pembleton can meet the demands of todays motorists while providing all the exhilaration of a vintage sports car.” They offer both …
One Off – Steam Powered Hensel Trike
Post Sale Update: This oddball trike sold for $8,361.96 after 51 bids on eBay. I wonder what will happen to it… Decades ago, a Californian aviation mechanic named Fred Hensel built this three wheeled steam powered vehicle. It was registered in California as a motorcycle, so I’m going to share it!
Twin Engined – Custom 2x150cc Baja Trike
When reader Christian E sent this over to me, he said it was most definitely “Bi” and “Curious.” How could I not feature it?
2005 BMW R1200GS with Sidecar
The BMW R1200GS is well-known, and I usually don’t feature them just because they’re so common. But this one stands out because it’s been further “adventurized” with the addition of a shovel. Oh yeah, and I guess there’s a sidecar, too.
1948 Harley-Davidson FL w/Sidecar and Questions
Post Sale Update: This beautiful sidecar sold for $33,900 – looks like the BIN price was bumped after the seller learned it was a Goulding sidecar. This is a gorgeous looking motorcycle with perilously few details and a story to match it. I have some questions about the package that I could use some help with. It’s a 1948 Harley …
Unexpected Trike – 2007 Kawasaki Ninja 500R
Thanks to a “Instatrike” kit from Tow-Pac, this Ninja 500 is now a 3-wheeler.