Sunday, January 30, 2011

Travco Accessory: The Valmobile Folding Scooter


The photo was taken at the Barber Vintage Museum and was photographed by Chuck Schutz as found posted on his Flickr stream.

I first became aware of the Valmobile Folding Scooter when I saw it listed in a Travco Brochure of Optional Equipment.

Sadly Myrtle was not so lucky to come with a matching Valmobile! These scooters were often called suitcase scooters and were made in Japan in the 1950's and 1960's. You can read more about this little gem in this article: https://www.lanemotormuseum.org/collection/motorcycles/item/valmobile-fold-away-scooter-1950. This flickr photo link shows the: Valmobile with Sidecar!


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8 comments:

  1. LauraJanuary 31, 2011 at 11:07 PM

    That is a definite 'must' accessory for Myrtle! I'll keep my eyes peeled and let you know if I come across any.

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  2. jodisallaboutjodiFebruary 20, 2011 at 11:00 PM

    Can't wait to meet your Valmobile!

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  3. Sherry WrayMarch 4, 2011 at 7:41 AM

    Oh I just love scooters! I have always wanted one! I love the color of this one!!!

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  4. VoyageVixenMarch 4, 2011 at 8:39 PM

    The color would match Myrtle perfectly! :)

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  5. AnonymousApril 25, 2011 at 7:38 AM

    theres a valmobile scooter listed on ebay right now, kinda rough but a starting point

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  6. VoyageVixenApril 25, 2011 at 8:43 AM

    thanks for the tip anonymous. I check it out just to see it. I think we are sticking to our pedal bikes for now :)

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  7. AnonymousJuly 21, 2011 at 3:10 AM

    Very interested mate. We arrived in London the other day and we have a parking spot big enough for a campervan.Campervans Sale

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  8. UnknownJanuary 9, 2016 at 2:01 AM

    Hi
    If u have a valmobile that u may want to cash out ,get rid off
    Dead,parts scooter,not running
    Please email me
    Jamjumjum@gmail.com
    Thanks

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