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"The motor scooter of a thousand uses. Instant transportation for one or two, completely portable, folds compact (27 x 14 x 24″) …stores like a piece of luggage. Automatic transmission. Easy starting. Smooth riding. Up to 35mph. Up to 165mpg. Air cooled 2-cycle. 2.8hp engine. Under $200." (from oldbike.eu)
The Valmobile Suitcase Scooter, portable mini-scooter 49cc. It was designed by French inventor Victor Bouffort. The scooter can be easily folded into a small box for transport and then easily unfolded. "Ready to go in 30 seconds".
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In early 60s it was sold in Japan, America and Europe. It never become great success, beacuse scooter boom of 50s was already over.
This Valmobile has got a luggage side car. The side car is also folded.


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