1938 Moto-Scoot “Model B” Serial #3840 One of the earliest, arest, nd cutest scooters ever built. In 1936 Norman A. Siegal had a golden vision of the future, future that rode on two wheels. Siegel hired three employees and banked everything he had into building the Moto Scoot. The Moto Scoot would become America's most popular motor scooter for the late 30's, eating out Salsbury and Cushman in sales... This is an early 1938 Moto-Scoot made by the Chicago MFG Co. Moto-Scoot was only in business from 1936-1947. The “Standard” model 3/4hp Lauson 4 stroke for that year cost $99.50, Deluxe” model had a 1hp Lauson and cost $111.50. Rarely do the early year Moto Scoots come up for sale. This model has a cast aluminum front fender and rear boat-tail section, ith a spring cushion seat for suspension and is a true bump start version, o clutch. You push it to get it started and hit the brakes to stop. There’s very few still known to exist, aybe 10-15 of this year. The scooter is restored back to her original glory down to the correct colors, ecals, in stripping, are one year only wheels and NOS Goodyear diamond tread 4.10/3.50-6 tires, eat, and controls, ights, ick stand, tc. I do have a left hand clutch that came out later on the 38 models. If you can make it work, t may make it easier to drive. 1HP Lauson RSC motor. Battery operated lights. I’m happy to answer any questions, lease call me at 920.629.2520. Will assist with shipping, cooter can be viewed in person upon request.
