Officine Fonderi Rumi was founded in the early years of the 20th century in Bergamo, Italy by Gabrielle Rumi. His son, Donnino, was responsible for the brilliant post-war scooters and motorcycles

The Formichino models (1956-62) were the quickest 125cc factory-produced scooters of the time and were available in Standard, Sport and Bol d'Or versions

6.5bhp @ 6,500rpm, twin-cylinder, two-stroke, roller bearing crank. 75kph top speed. Most of the body parts are made from cast aluminium

The vendor purchased this 1959 Sport from its original owner. Warranted mileage 12,717

It was restored in 2001 which seems to be when it was re-registered

Supplied with the original Bill of Sale from Mitchell-Erskine Ltd, a Certificate of Origin dated 1959, an original registration book from 1959, original handbook, letter from previous owner confirming mileage is genuine, old HP agreement, UK V5 which says date of first registration is 2001 (one previous keeper), manuals, correspondence etc.

Lot Number: 437

Make: RUMI

Model: SCOOTER

Registration Number: 949 WMY

Frame Number: 31022

Engine Number: 26401

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