Perfectly Restored Isetta Is the Ideal Micro-Car Runabout
The advent and implementation of micro-cars after World War II prompted innovation and outside-the-box thinking. Some companies just made small cars that looked like larger ones. It worked, but the small size posed unique problems. Arguably, one of the best solutions to overcome the smaller size was found in the BMW Isetta. Instead of doors at the side, the whole front opened up, allowing a cavernous entrance for its two occupants. Even the steering wheel stayed attached to the door as it swung out of the way.
This 4-wheel version is spotless inside and out, and splashed with white and light blue two-tone paint on the outside. Open the door and you’ll find light blue paint and seating surfaces with dark blue and plaid on the open bench seat. Forward movement is provided with a 200cc single-cylinder engine, which, upon release, was good for just above 50 miles per hour. This 1957 model is a non-deluxe version, as identified by the fixed side windows, and has covered 62,000 miles. If you’ve always wanted a spotless example of BMW’s micro-car, you can find it for sale by Classic and Sports Car in the U.K.
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