The Maico-Mobil has to be one of the most impressive scooters ever made. The Maico Mobil was made from 1951-58, and came in 150cc, 175cc, and 200cc versions. Sort of a cross between a scooter and a motorcycle, this beast demands respect by its imposing presence. The front fender - huge, the rear trunk - huge... just amazing. Tires must have been going flat all the time in the 50's to justify having a full size spare haning off the back of this thing. What a machine!
Photo: Hartmut Ide, Clipsius