Up for sale is a beautifully restored and well-maintained Cushman Minute Miser, a rare and iconic 3-wheeled utility scooter. These machines were widely used in U.S. Army supply depots
•Factories & loading docks
•Airfields
•Industrial complexes factories, and military depots from the 1950s through the 1960s.
This example is finished in U.S. Army style with period markings, accessories, and details.
This Minute Miser comes with an official valuation report (taxatie) from Simon-Expertise, dated 26 March 2020,
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⭐ Specifications
•Make: Cushman
•Model: Minute Miser
•Type: 3-wheeled utility scooter
•Serial / ID number: 898599-7420
•Engine: Briggs & Stratton 8HP, air-cooled, 1-cylinder, 4-stroke
•Power: 6 kW (8 HP)
•Transmission: Automatic clutch, rear-wheel driven
•Weight: ±168 kg
•Fuel: Petrol
•Color: U.S. Army Olive Drab
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⭐ Condition
According to the expert report and current condition:
Mechanical
•Engine starts easily, runs smoothly, no abnormal noises
•Automatic clutch engages well
•Rear-wheel drive works correctly
•Brakes operating properly (drum brakes)
•No oil leaks detected
Frame & Body
•Frame and suspension in very good, solid condition
•Steel fenders – good condition
•Fuel tank – good, no visible defects
•Side panels – good condition
•Exhaust – good condition
Wheels & Tires
•Front: Goodyear Softrac tire
•Rear: New Trelleborg T-539 tires (16.5x6.5-8)
Electrics
•Front headlight
•Rear marker light
•12V wiring – in good condition
Accessories Included
•2x Fire extinguishers mounted on rear
•Jerry can
•Ammunition box
•U.S. Army markings
•Cushion seat in good condition
Originality
•Vehicle is largely original according to Simon-Expertise
•Restored and maintained with attention to detail
Storage
•Always kept indoors in a closed garage with master switch
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⭐ History
The Cushman Minute Miser was developed in the 1950s and later used extensively in:
•U.S. Army supply depots
•Factories & loading docks
•Airfields
•Industrial complexes
Its compact size and strong 8HP engine made it ideal for quick transport of personnel, mail and tools.
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“The bike needs a little love and attention. It has been ridden occasionally at events over the past year without any problems.”
⭐ Included with the Sale
•Full 7-page expertise /
•Photos & documentation
•Ready for display, museum, reenactment or collection
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