Rovin. A brand that even appeared in the selection lists of French classic categories only after Roy Bolks of Potomac had spoken to the relevant owners about it. Because the owner of Potomac Classics has a bunch of Rovins for sale. And he is fairly certain that there are very few to no Dutch enthusiasts for the little scribblers. Despite the fact that there are three on Dutch registration.
The Rovins are therefore going back to France
Rovin is a historic motorcycle brand from Ets. (établissements) R. de Rovin, from Asnières, later from Paris
Robert de Rovin was a well-known motorcycle, three-wheeler and racing driver who built many models with 100 to 248 cc two-strokes and 174 to 499 cc four-strokes. He bought the power sources for this from JAP and MAG, among others. After 1945 he built small cars. Very small cars.
The D2, D3 and D4 did not even differ much among themselves. They were actually more evolution models. The D2 was an entry door without doors. Such a 2 was made from the D700. About 800 D3s were manufactured and the 462 cc D4 was a topper of 3150 mm long. He challenges doors and four gears. No rear gear. The D4 had a top of approx. 85 km / h. Between 1950-1953, 1.200 D4s were made.
Roy Bolks already has a translator in mind. Because the people who speak English in France are young and have no money. The French who do have money do not speak English .... And Dutch people who speak French and are technically skilled, there are again surprisingly few of them.
What are the value of such endearing free-range animals? Let's put it this way ... We would be very happy to be present at the negotiations.
Good Morning,
I read your message and may be interested in the Rovin d4, I would love to hear from you,
Best regards. Erwin
The problem for us enthusiasts is that if 1 x such a price has been paid by a big capitalist with an urge to invest, then that is suddenly 'the price'… Too bad but true…
There will certainly be enthusiasts, but the prices are just becoming idiotic. They want to get rich quickly and that doesn't always work. Want to buy is gold and want to sell do you have old iron is my experience.
M.vr.gr. Jaak Eijkelenberg.
I have a D4 here, unrestored and have been in the family for more than 40 years.
Missing some important parts. Engine and body are loose and the carriage is almost perfect. Do not have to have the grand prize for it.