1957 cushman mailster

Cool little unit, but not for that price, good heavens. No motor. Dreamed of driving one when I was growing up in FL. Hemmings Motor News has been serving the classic car hobby since 1954. Lots of footage on mechanicals. Its a Westcoaster, made by either Otis or Rand. 17,000 miles, New tail lights. ClassicCars.com has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the United States, successfully making the Inc. 5000 list in both 2015, Or subscribe without commenting. 1957 original Mailster by Cushman. 1957 CUSHMAN MAILSTER 3-WHEEL MAIL CAB - - Barrett-Jackson Auction Company - World's Greatest Collector Car Auctions Sold* at Scottsdale 2016 - Lot #58 1957 CUSHMAN MAILSTER 3-WHEEL MAIL CAB Barrett-Jackson Auction Co. 118kfollowers More information 1957 CUSHMAN MAILSTER 3-WHEEL MAIL CAB Rv Truck Mail Truck Cars Trucks Barrett Jackson Scottsdale As kids we used to follow the mailman around on our bikes. The Cushman scooter company started in 1903 in Lincoln, Nebraska, by Everett and Clinton Cushman. Stored in heate 1957 Cushman Eagle motor scooter, new seat, new tool box seat, new rear chain and drive sprocket , good tires, new ignition coil, points, condenser, good compression, 8 hp, 2 speed trans, so far I can't get it to run, if you can make it run you wi 1952 Cushman Eagle Scooter This outstanding Cushman Eagle is a great example of the type of scooter available during the miniature motorcycle craze of the 1950s. 1957 Cushman Pacemaker Model 722 Engine is not stock but has a 10hp Tecumseh with electric start and it has been rewired. Auction Vehicle Auction Showcased CC-1679183 1959 Cushman Motorcycle This 1959 Cushman Eagle underwent a complete restoration several years ago, Runs and Drives, 8 HP, c . Great rat rod project. A local company, Precision castparts Corp had one of these in the Maint. But he was back as his jovial self a few days later. Would make a great parade or local head turner fun vehicle. In the 70s my dad used one of these to get around his property like people today use a Gator. Regret wanting to sell but have too many unfinished projects. Become a member to add images to your comments. This is true. The US Postal Service had a contract with Cushman out of Lincoln, Nebraska for 1,500 of these vehicles and there arent a ton of them around anymore. Asking 175$. Used 1981 Cushman Mailster for sale for $$2600 in Hershey, PA with features and rating. So if you or I was to buy this would it be street legal with a 35mph max speed ??? Authentic, expressive discussions make groups great, but may also be sensitive and private. And maybe the collection notice from Household Finance company. eBay. Auction Vehicle Dealership Showcased CC-1625478 It has a great history beginning back in the 1950s. Were can I find one for sale. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); 2023 The Motoworld - WordPress Theme by Kadence WP. Recently purchased from a long time Cushman officiando/collector this is one stunning scooter. Used it to putt putt around the family property in the 80s, even had an extra one for parts. I wish they would correct all the inaccuracies. 1957 CUSHMAN MAILSTER 3-WHEEL MAIL CAB - sold. Cushman Cushman Mailster. They only made engines until 1936 when they decided to put those engines in company-designed scooters; it was a great move. Documented frame off restoration of 3 wheel Cushman Scooter replica of a fire engine, There is not a better one anywhere! 2004-2022 Barrett-Jackson Auction Company, LLC. IT DOES HAVE A FLAT 4, I DID NOT HAVE THE APPROPRIATE ENGINE DESCRIPTION in the drop down menu. They were used extensively in suburban post offices. It had a fiberglas body and a two cylinder Onan engine. Needs restoring but has the original motor and transmissions ( plus spares ) and TITLE to be street legal. Its located in El Paso, Texas. I have a wonderful 3-wheeler Mailster gasoline powered for sale this week. 1963 Cushman Super Eagle, Old School Look, nice running scooter. I was trying to upload a picture of his cart here. Small and light duty, they have been used for ice cream sales, mall and stadium maintenance, and by NYPD. Jan 26, 2016 Location Scottsdale, AZ, USA Sold at auction This 1957 Cushman Mailster 3-Wheel Mail Cab sold 6 years ago. favorite this post Dec 14 Cushman Truckter $2,800 (stc > Sebeka) pic 141.1mi hide this posting restore restore this posting. He affectionately called it Half Pint. Technic CMC Cushman Microvan THE White Van! Cushman has an amazing history from basic scooters, to the mailster and truckster to some very Space Age styled scooters in the 50s and golf carts. if you have questions please ask. 350cc, 8 bhp. Its on eBay with a current bid price of $1,225 and a bit of a small bidding war going on between two or three folks. it is being sold with a bill of sale. *We do have a showroom with about 25 cars that is by appointment only *Pl 1973 CUSHMAN ICE CREAM FIRETRUCK. $500 . In the late 60s, my Uncle Bob, who lived in central Oklahoma, bought one of these at a government surplus auction in Oklahoma City for $75!. The most successful model of Cushman scooter, the Eagle, was in production approximately 16 years. Newer and looked better than this, Id have given him maybe $700. After scooter production ceased, Cushman manufactured golf carts, industrial vehicles, and turf maintenance equipment. 1960 Cushman Super Eagle. What's shared in the group should stay in the group. For more info and more pictures, click on the pics below. Page 1 of 1. These Vintage 1950s Cushman Mailster. 4. Factory Operation and Maintenance manual for 1957 to 1958 Cushman Mailster model 780-26 with L head Cushman Husky 7.95 hp engine. The Mailster was way underpowered (7.5 horsepower), was unreliable, had bad brakes and was pretty inconvenient to load and unload. Butthey were good enough that the New York Police Department even used them. This one is a runner but probably needs the basic going through. 1957 cushman step thru scooter. For more info and more pictures, click on the pic's below. A while back I went to a Bike Night hosted by a local dealership at a popular drive-in burger joint (arent they all?). Auction price: $10,450. Filters Clear Filters. 1 Cylinder, 2 Speed, Blue Paint, White Upholster, STK 10161 1947 Cushman Pacemaker Model 52 Coming to us from Dennis Carpenter's estate, this 4 HP Pac, STK 10160 1949 Cushman Pacemaker The Model 62 used a 4.8 HP version of Cushman's Husky 221cc single-. Or, have you ever seen one anywhere? search results for "1957 Cushman" 1957 Cushman. Powering this piece of American history is a zippy flathead motor mated to a 2 speed manu Sunnyside Chevrolet of Elyria, Ohio in conjunction with Greg's Sports, Classic, & Muscle is proud of this beautiful 1946 Cushman Road King. Rural trash collectors used these, or in subdivisions. This isnt theusualtype of vehicle that most folks would expect to see on Barn Finds, but Im here to see that there are a few oddballs thrown in the mix, just to see if youre paying attention! We always had the Jeeps in our neighborhood. -Vehicle is on consignment and at our clients home -Please Call First and talk to a rep at 231-468-2809 EXT 1 -Showro. Location. Paint her in earth tone, add a bike/surfboard rack, load the rear with SCUBA gear and a cooler, and enjoy. $ 1900 Vintage 1950s Cushman Mailster. Quads and such might have plates but have not been rated or titled for road use except where local laws allow. Think about this, put a cooler inside, a grill in the back, a keg on the side..you have the coolest portable party machine in town!! No security for contents when walking a loop. I see three-wheelers in a few big cities around the country and theyre usually for checking parking meters and/or writing parking tickets but I have never seen a mail vehicle in three-wheel format. Other models were used on military bases for messenger service. When I worked at the Indianapolis P.O. While we have admiration for the work put in to Other vehicles; this is a CUSHMAN Page, and we will keep it that way. $ 1900. Brand/Model: CUSHMAN VANSTER Year: 1987 Mileage: 13,000 miles Gearbox: 3 speed Engine: 20HP Details: Giant Pioneer Stereo, CD Player, Leather Seats Price: $9,700.00. . When the war was over Cushman was sitting on a lot of their 3 wheel vehicles, a lot. This little guy is in great shape and ready 1961 Cushman Eagle Restored Runs Great! 22 matching vehicles. I left the company but for all I know they still have it. Very rare and hard to find. Cushman scooters featured an automatic centrifugal clutch, which allowed the rider to twist the right grip to accelerate. 1959. The step-through design and ease of operation made it popular with men and women alike. In Belgium there was a licence-production of Cushmann scooters under the label Belgian Cushman. But, this was an official postal vehicle, its a 1966 Cushman Mailster and its in Columbia, Tennessee, fifty miles south of Nashville. Looked for the stamp on it already. Only needed a drivers learning permit to drive (at 15). 1960s Cushman Mailster - $5,000 (Palisade) Mid 60s mailster, Onan engine, 3 speed,new paint and glass, oil and filter change runs and sounds good. $150. The photos in the listing are basically just of this one side and the front. It has not been started. Filter Results. It runs on a four-cylinder manual transmission. CMC Cushman Microvan 2,136 miles 3-speed manual transmission White with Gray interior Looking for a small van with tons of cargo space to work around your business or property? Great rat rod project. Has a rebuilt starter and will run with the fuel tank installed and an oil line replaced. Cushman became a division of the Outboard Marine Corporation in 1962. - - by in Lithia Springs, GA, CUSHMAN ICE CREAM FIRETRUCK in Larchmont, NY, 1958 Cushman Motorcycle in Fredericksburg, TX, 1952 Cushman Utility Vehicle in Quartzite, AZ, 1963 Cushman Motorcycle in Fredericksburg, TX. I found this Westcoater/Mailster on ebay and thought this would really be a fun vehicle to have. The names Barrett-Jackson, Barrett-Jackson.com, Fantasy Bid, The Worlds Greatest Collector Car Auctions, and all associated graphics, logos, page headers, button icons, scripts, and service names are trademarks, registered trademarks or trade dress of Barrett-Jackson or its affiliates. Of the brand cushman Wisconsin Dells. If you would like to change your settings or withdraw consent at any time, the link to do so is in our privacy policy accessible from our home page.. The were entertaining in the snow. What town would that be JW, in Park Hills, they allow Quads, Mules, Gators golf carts, on our streets, ever since gas prices went through the roof, they were going to repel it, but the folks in town asked for it to remain, all you have to do is go up and have it checked over and pick up a permit once a year for $5.00. The front wheel caught him and pulled him through the front fender spitting him out about 15 feet in front of the Mailster. Excellent restoration and rebuilt cluck and carburetor. Upcoming Auctions . Year Range. This Eagle comes in a stunning white paint job and is in exceptional condition. This project package purveyor is listed on eBay with an unmet opening bid of $2,000 and even at that the reserve won't be met. If I remember correctly he got a few days of R&R. The post office had little low boy flats youd see picking up and delivering these to the mail carriers. One famous Cushman was the model 53, a military model from the World War II era. Call 66 mailster mail truck project. It was restored by E, STK 10119 1948 Cushman 52A This 1948 Cushman Model 52A has "Sport" Tubular body. Filters Sort. He was a door to door milkman and carried crates of beer on the roof, went door to door. The Trucksters then emptied thir load in a larger truck. If the picture that you need is not here, contact me. Would make a great parade or local head turner fun vehicle. The Westcoaster Mailster was a small three-wheeled vehicle used for mail delivery by the United States Post Office Department during the 1950s and 60s. This is a very cool vehicle, licensed as a motorcycle. The Mailster had a safe speed that topped out at about 35 mph, depending on the terrain and nerves of the driver. Until one day the dog misjudged his distance and slid up under the front of the Mailster. He has rebuilt the house and is now looking for an old 3 wheel mail cart to putt around his house. 1959. Just thought I would pass that onMAKE OFFER or B.O.DO NOT NEED HELP SELLING, f it's still advertised its for sale. This was up to 1978 and before convenient stores existed, at least in the Netherlands. You can find a ton of Cushman information at www.hobbytech.com. http://www.flickriver.com/photos/40126553@N03/tags/cushman/. Welcome to StreetDreamsTexas as celebrate our 20th year in the classic and collector automobile business. ONAN air cooled 2 cylinder engine w/ three speed tranny. 1958. WestCoast Strings Cello Peccard model C-8 1/2 size - used - $925 (South Lyon) 1957 Cushman Mailster - $1900. It has an 8hp kick start Cushman engine that is 30 over,a 2 speed transmission, and a chrome straight pipe. New listings are added daily. You can see a bit (lot?) 1957 Cushman Motorcycle This 1957 Cushman 780 Truckster is powered by a completely rebuilt 8hp Husky engine with .020-inch . Your email address will not be published. Year - Make Cushman. And, on top of all that, they tended to tip over if you went around a corner at more than 25 MPH. 1959 cushman allstate, 50cc. if(typeof ez_ad_units != 'undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[250,250],'barnfinds_com-large-leaderboard-2','ezslot_13',148,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-barnfinds_com-large-leaderboard-2-0');This is a three-speed on the column and the interior could use a little restoration, but these small vehicles are easy to store and work on so hopefully that would end up being a fun project instead of a chore. I was a letter carrier for 5 years and came in right after the 1970 strike, when they had just retired the mailsters in favor of the 4 cylinder AMC Jeep. Well, except for my friend Kenwho thinks Norton was far better looking and more fun to ride (he also holds two Bonneville Salt Flat Speed records on a Nortonno wonder hes a bit biased). A perfect excuse to move to that island community that you have been dreaming about for many moons. It is redone one time and it is mint! My elderly maternal grandfather eventually flipped it on its side (he wasnt hurt, though). 1957 Cushman Mailster - $1900. I dont recall which engine it had but had a chain drive to the rear end. Welcome to Street Dreams in Texas as we celebrate our 20th year in the classic and muscle car business. South Lyon ) 1957 Cushman Mailster for sale StreetDreamsTexas as celebrate our 20th year in the car. See picking up and delivering these to the mail carriers 52A this 1948 Cushman this. For 1957 to 1958 Cushman Mailster model 780-26 with L head Cushman Husky 7.95 hp engine the scooter! For mail delivery by the United States post office had little low flats... 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