The Rumi Formichino (Italian for “Little Ant”) was an impressive scooter with a very distinctive design – there’s a prototype now in the renovated Petersen.
The Little Ant was introduced in 1954 and lasted until 1962, when Rumi closed. It featured a 125cc two-stroke engine that was used in many Rumis, and the scoot evolved into luxury and sport versions, even a Bol d’Or racer:
from http://scoot-toujours.over-blog.com/article-rumi-formichino-la-petite-fourmi-en-aluminium-69882463.html
This example displays an impressive factory purple color, and though it’s mostly complete it will need some work to bring it back to life.
If you’re up for the challenge, find this Formichino for sale here on Craigslist for $4,750 through Bello Moto in San Francisco, California.