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It’s Time to Share the Fun! 

Bruce Weiner is the consummate collector—an expert with an eye 

for quality and rarity and a virtually insatiable passion for hunting the 

finest items whose acquisition would, to most, be considered an almost 

insurmountable challenge. But to Bruce, that’s the most exciting part! 

He’s been collecting rarities for as long as he can remember, be it 

stickers, iron-on patches, and beer cans as a child and graduating to 

coin-operated machines and British sports car in young adulthood. Born 

in ohio, raised in Florida, and educated at Tulane University in new 

orleans, he very quickly progressed to exceptionally valuable collector 

cars over the last two decades, not the least of which have included 

the rarest Ferraris and Jaguars—C-Type, D-Type, and XK-SS included! 

aside from the chase, however, Bruce is passionate about anything with 

mechanical intrigue and sophistication, which is why he’s also amassed 

one of the finest arcade collections in existence. From valuable Swiss 

watches to antique firearms and coin-operated mechanical music 

instruments, the technical sophistication of a bygone era, combined 

with the challenge of making a machine function precisely as it would 

have several decades ago, is all part of the fun. 

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But why microcars? 

This has been one of the only collecting hobbies in my life through 

which the excitement has been unending and the word ‘boredom’ 

never entered my vocabulary. The acquisition of today’s sevenfigure 

collector cars has largely become a function of money, as 

the whereabouts of the vast majority are well known. The thrill 

of microcars, on the other hand, is that the size of your checkbook 

alone doesn’t determine whether you can acquire them. They require 

persistence, negotiating, and regular interaction with a fascinating 

group of enthusiasts who can at times be reserved and very private. 

International travel is a prerequisite and, for me, it was one of the best 

parts—traveling the world, meeting intriguing characters who shared 

my passion, and being exposed to the cities and cultures that gave 

birth to these delightful cars in the post-war era. At times, the number 

of cars built or surviving is miniscule, which makes the final discovery 

and acquisition all the more gratifying. Ultimately, microcars represent 

a segment of the classic car hobby that goes above and beyond mere 

accumulation and into the realm of true collecting. 

~Bruce Weiner 

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His most ambitious project to date has been the microcar collection 

RM auctions has the privilege of presenting without reserve at auction 

this February. 

after being intrigued by his first microcar in the early-1990s, Bruce 

approached this hobby like he has every other—by educating himself 

tirelessly on the subject, conferring with known experts in the field, and 

determining what it would take to assemble the finest assortment of 

microcars anywhere in the world. To that end, he quite literally chose 

the rarest microcars from established resources and endeavored to 

discover each and every one, scouring the globe from australia to asia, 

visiting reclusive owners, and often times persisting for years on end until 

the only example of its kind could be added to his growing collection. 

Business trips overseas to his factories in Spain and Germany were 

paired with side excursions to literature dealers, eccentric collectors, and 

secretive locals, from whom tidbits of information yielded extraordinary 

discoveries most considered lost forever. Collapsed barns were raised 

in the middle of winter and basement cement walls were literally torn 

down in the process. 

once each microcar was returned to his facilities, endless hours 

of research were dedicated to each car to ensure that its in-house 

restoration would be conducted to concours-quality, factory-correct

standards and that its originality could be preserved as sympathetically 

as possible. Indeed, these efforts were rewarded at the amelia Island 

Concours d’Elegance, where Bruce’s cars garnered the top three 

awards in their class. Media outlets have virtually overrun his collection, 

with television specials on such programs as CBS Sunday Morning and 

the History Channel, not to mention a Super Bowl Commercial. 

after parting with the first portion of his collection in 1997 and relocating 

to the charming southern town of Madison, Georgia, Bruce expanded the 

collection and, at present, it is quite inarguably the finest collection of its 

kind anywhere in the world. nowhere in the world are this many rare and 

sought-after Messerschmitts on display. nowhere in the world can one see 

this many Goggomobil vans displayed next to a Reyonnah, two original 

voisin Biscooters (including Gabriel 

voisin’s personal prototype), a 

Tiger 500, a Fuji Cabin, Bruetsch 

Rollera, Jurisch Motoplan, 

Kleinschnittger, and virtually 

every available derivation 

and interpretation of the 

ubiquitous “bubble car,” 

from the French velam to 

the German Heinkel, the 

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Trojan, and of course, the famous BMW Isetta 300 (in police car, hunting 

car, and pickup truck form, no less!) 

It is especially gratifying to Bruce that his passion has given additional 

exposure to this particular segment of the collector car hobby and saved 

countless marques and models from an early grave. Microcars that would 

otherwise have been relegated to the print and black-and-white photos

of a reference book are alive and well in Madison, and on February 15 

and 16, they will become available publicly for the first time in history, 

representing a true once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. 

RM auctions is delighted and privileged to have been chosen to offer 

such an extraordinary collection at auction, displayed in a cohesive 

and downright jaw-dropping facility that encapsulates Bruce’s youthful 

spirit and the fascinating post-war era of the microcar. as such, the 

rarest microcars are joined by the most sought-after, fully restored, and 

completely functional kiddie rides, coin-operated vending machines, 

porcelain signs, neons, and perhaps most uniquely, the rarest microcar 

toys and models in the world. Every item will be sold, wall to wall, right 

down to the instantly recognizable international flags adorning the 

building’s ceilings. 

With over two decades dedicated to this hobby, Bruce and his family are 

enjoying the final stage of this process. The joy of hunting a microcar 

and finding the diamond in the rough that can be restored to its former 

glory is matched only by the pleasure of sharing it with other enthusiasts. 

With 200 cars present and the assortment of rarities complete, Bruce 

looks forward to beginning a new chapter of collecting and refocusing 

his effort`s on his other businesses and pastimes. 

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Peter body svilans 

Born in England to a German mother, Peter spent his early years in the 

rural village of Yardley Hastings, before moving to the old German town 

of Wolfenbüttel, where he attended school. Here, in the cobblestone town 

square, was where he was deeply impressed by an astonishing little threewheeled 

bubble car, and he was determined to have one someday. The 

family immigrated to Canada, and at age ten, Peter began his lifelong 

affair with automotive books. His library grew quickly and would eventually 

number several thousand volumes. 

The ontario College of art, and the purchase of a 1958 austin Healey 

100-Six, began a passion for British sports cars, the art and aesthetics 

of restoration, and the study of automotive history and originality. 

Ultimately, the hobby restoration of austin Healeys became a business, 

and to this end, an apprenticeship with a British Master Coachtrimmer 

was in order, where he learned the art of crafting leather interiors from 

bare hides using the old-world techniques. Having built several awardwinning 

cars, he found he was a more obsessive artist than businessman, 

and he joined Precision Sports Cars as a restorer, where he spent a 

number of enjoyable years becoming intimately familiar with the full 

gamut of vintage automobiles. He traveled extensively in the United 

States, attending meets often in the capacity of an officially sanctioned 

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concours judge. He has lectured on restoration and originality at 

national meets, and he is an active contributor to the austin-Healey 

Concours Guidelines to this day. 

at last, a long-awaited opportunity came with the purchase of a Messerschmitt 

found in a farmer’s field. The long and challenging restoration process was 

accompanied by extensive research and the writing of articles on 

Messerschmitt and microcar history and originality, which have 

extended to today’s internet. This led to a chance meeting 

with Mr. Weiner, which resulted in a decade-long stint as the 

curator/restorer of the Bruce Weiner Microcar Museum. 

Peter has been invited to show his cars at many meets over the 

years, from the Microcar World Meet in Crystal Lake, Michigan 

to the Hilton Head Island Concours in South Carolina. 

He resides in a 100-year old “house of books” near 

Toronto, ontario, Canada and is widely consulted 

for his knowledge of the microcar hobby. 

RM auctions thanks Peter for his writing and 

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Story: Peter SvilanS 

It is said: “the true Master reveals himself within limitations.” And limitations 

there were. the European population emerged from the rubble of WWII to 

manufacturer face a landscape Manufacturer of devastation. Everything production was in drastically # short supply, 

from origin food and City, fuel to Country shoes and steel. Value was ID no. measured # in Chesterfields and 

Lucky motor Strikes. But motor the people were pragmatic, and displacement instead of cc giving in, they rolled 

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the Masters were there too. Brilliant and dynamic designers and engineers 

who, in the pressure cooker of war, were responsible for the greatest leaps of 

technological advancement the world had ever seen. Many had come from the field 

of aviation, where the biggest advances had taken place. Willy Messerschmitt, 

Lawrie Bond, Ernst Heinkel, Enrico Piaggio, Nakagawa ryoichi, and Gabriel Voisin 

were all presented with an entirely new set of sobering, restrictive, ground-based 

parameters within which to begin their post-war work.

the late forties also offered opportunities to a large number of determined and 

idealistic individuals, both rich and poor, who could throw their hat in the ring and 

make a contribution to the recovery effort. Some were industrialists, like Ferdinando 

Innocenti, who faced the enormous task of repurposing his extensive factories from 

bullet production to the manufacturing of small vehicles. others were penniless 

idealists that simply wanted to help, like Paul Kleinschnittger, who scrounged and 

bartered for army cooking pots that he could cut into sections to make fenders for 

his little cars. 

Most of all, there was a willing and motivated workforce ready to follow these 

talented people. Never before was there such a sense of unity, a willingness to set 

aside personal gain and political differences to reach a common goal. People were 

happy to be working once again, with a sense of purpose, even though the day might 

start with filling craters or stretching tarpaulins over gaping holes. they took pride 

in their work, as evidenced by a jagged piece of cardboard found hidden inside the 

headliner of one of the cars: it was signed by everyone who was involved in the 

building of it, even though no one would likely ever see their names. 

the result of this confluence of 

talented designers and determined 

workforce was the microcar. this 

is loosely defined today as a very 

small one- or two-person car with 

a one- or two-cylinder motor of 700 

cubic centimeters of displacement or 

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less, with three or four wheels 

and often with no, or unusual, 

door arrangements, chain drive, 

and very small wheels. they are 

sometimes referred to as “bubble 

cars” because of the domeshaped 

Plexiglas roofs on some 

of the most iconic makes. 

the microcar was a relatively short-lived (a decade or so) step in the evolution 

of post-war transport. the first was the building of utility vehicles to clear the 

rubble and transport goods from the farms into the cities. then followed the 

actual mobilization of the populace on two wheels, from motorized bicycles to 

mopeds and then to scooters. For the first time in many years, ownership of a 

scooter meant freedom, especially to a newly-emancipated young female portion 

of society who had proven themselves during the war, had gained well-earned 

confidence, and now formed a significant portion of the marketplace. the Vespa, 

buzzing about like a wasp looking for freedom, became a social phenomenon, a 

legendary icon that has lasted to the present day. 

the microcar represented the next step in this evolution. these light, 

economical vehicles offered weather protection along with the scooter’s 

simplicity of maintenance. It was now possible for the young family to enjoy 

their increasing prosperity by going on weekend camping trips. Camping was a 

significant phenomenon of the mid-fifties and was catered to by microcars such

as the Zündapp Janus, whose seats folded flat to make a comfortable bed. the 

variety of microcars on the market was staggering, with a vast range of marques 

encompassing the most primitive, with wire-and-bobbin steering, to the most 

sophisticated of engineering marvels employing Formula one-style adjustable 

suspension. As most were the creation of individual designers, they reflected 

their creators’ varied personalities, with the brilliance or sometimes the foibles 

and stubborn crankiness that were the hallmarks of their character. Some were 

successful, some less so, but all were interesting. 

As with all evolution, the people themselves eventually sorted things out, and 

many marques, deserving or otherwise, for reasons under or beyond their control, 

fell by the wayside. With the increasing prosperity of the population, the trend was 

clearly in the direction of the “real” 

car, and the most successful 

microcars were those that 

were essentially big cars 

in miniature, like the 

Goggomobil and the Fiat. 

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And while the population moved on, microcars like the Messerschmitt, Isetta, 

Goggomobil, Bond, and Biscuter remained in their collective memory, still 

representing, decades later, this astonishing period in their lives, the time of the 

“Economic Miracle.”

Due to their small size, their toy-like appearance, and their abundance of 

character, microcars tended not to be scrapped so much as put away, forgotten 

in barns and garages, to be rediscovered during the seventies by dedicated 

enthusiasts and collectors who preserved them and protected the cars from 

destruction. A worldwide network of microcar clubs was formed during this 

time, whose membership has grown exponentially to numbers in the thousands 

today, with high-quality magazines and online marque sites forming a close-knit 

support network. 

Six decades on, the meaning that these iconic cars held for an older generation 

has been largely replaced by the microcar’s inherent appeal. today, these cars 

are able to stand entirely on their own as attractive, highly individual creations, 

as the personal expressions of individual, talented people, comparable to a work 

of art. they were created in a time free of bureaucratic or corporate restrictions, 

and it would be impossible to reproduce or manufacture road-going vehicles like 

them in our present day and, as such, represent a finite quantity. In many cases, 

the technical development of these cars has 

not been frozen in time but has continued 

over the decades with the application of 

modern technological advances to improve 

performance and reliability.

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It is possible today to restore these cars to a standard previously reserved 

for supremely valuable cars. there exist extensive worldwide support networks 

for many of the major marques, and it is possible to obtain virtually every part 

for many of the cars. Dozens of books have been written about microcars, 

and there is no shortage of reference material or even toys or literature for 

the keen collector. yet there is still plenty of scope for the searching out of 

new information in perhaps a dusty corner of a French chateau doubling as a 

museum. the microcar’s manageable size, charming character, and aesthetic 

appeal have made it the fastest-growing segment of the collector car field. one 

only has to park one’s Messerschmitt next to a new sports car at a fashionable 

café to see which car has the most popular appeal. 

the microcar’s accessibility, 

style, ingenuity, creativity, and 

fresh approach to design have 

created a significant new genre for 

the collector. Many finely restored 

examples have today found a place 

as an art centerpiece in an upscale 

Manhattan loft. the microcar 

remains a tribute to the talents of 

the designers of years past while 

opening the road to a new generation 

of enthusiasts and collectors.

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Automobile Association 

Badges 

Badge number 8C54518. Two badges representing 

the esteemed British motoring club. 

estimate: $100 - $200 

Assortment of BMW 

600 Models 

Ten tiny models of this popular microcar, 

the majority by Gama. 

length: 2.5 in. (each) estimate: $200 - $300 

Assortment of Isetta Models 

Various models by Schuco, Premium ClassiXXs, 

Gamma Mini, and Schuco Picolo; a 1/43-scale 

BMW Isetta and trailer; and Hurn models, as well 

as one of a boy holding an Isetta under his arm. 

estimate: $200 - $300 

Assortment of Lloyd and 

Fuldamobil Models 

A selection of models, most 1/43 scale, including 

a Schuco Lloyd and a Champion, as well as several 

larger Lloyd models, including a Gold Model and a 

Lloyd LC300 Coupe by K.H. Kunze. 

estimate: $200 - $300 


Assortment of Small 

Microcar Models 

A ready-made collection of small model toys, including 

models by Ebbro, Vitesse, Corgi, and Schuco, with an 

emphasis on Japanese makes, including the Mazda R360 

and Honda S600. Most are about 1/87 scale. 

estimate: $200 - $300 

German Porcelain Lloyd Sign 

An unrestored, original porcelain 

sign for the Lloyd microcar. 

dimensions: 24in. x 30in. estimate: $300 - $500 


A collection of 1/42-scale model Isettas, 

including 10 Spot-On by Triang, made in 

Britain, and some by Geiger. 

estimate: $200 - $300 

Assortment of Primarily 

Goggomobil Models 

Various 1/43-scale Goggomobils by Premium 

ClassiXXs, including pickup trucks and vans, 

as well as a 1/90-scale Schuco Piccolo, a 

1/87-scale Smart Car, and others. 

estimate: $200 - $300 


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Assortment of “Motor 

Rundschau” Magazines 

A large assortment of this German car magazine from 

the era of the microcar, all exceptionally preserved. 

estimate: $250 - $500 


Eleven valuable, 1/42-scale Isetta models, including 

Spot-On by Triang, Gama, and Schuco, in various 

liveries, and including a small bread van. 

length: 2 in. (each) estimate: $200 - $300 

Messerschmitt Ashtray 

A rare, porcelain microcar ashtray in 

excellent, overall condition. 

length: 6 in. estimate: $400 - $600 

Assortment of Zündapp 

Janus Models 

A selection of Janus models, including 1/43-scale models 

by Minimax and Premium ClassiXXs Limited Edition, as 

well as smaller models and models of the Janus-based 

“Professor Z” character from Disney-Pixar’s Cars 2. 

estimate: $250 - $350 


Assortment of Limited 

Edition Microcar Models 

An assortment of Piccolo models, including 

models by Schuco, Werco, and Debitel. Including 

several Isettas of various, small sizes. 

estimate: $200 - $300 

Vendorama Ballpoint Pen 

Vending Machine 

A vending machine that is entirely original, 

unrestored, and in fully operational condition. 

dimensions: 13 in. x 16 in. x 7 in. 

estimate: $300 - $500 

Assortment of Limited 

Edition Microcar Models 

This collection includes Schuco 1/43-scale models of the 

Isetta and BMW 507, as well as Premium ClassiXXs BMW 

Isetta and VW Bus models and Bub Premium models. 

estimate: $200 - $300 

Assortment of 


All models are by Revell, in various guises, from a gold 

example to a cabriolet, including a police car and a 

fire department variant. All are in 1/18th scale. 

estimate: $400 - $600 


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Assortment of King 

Midget Models 

Four quality models of the American microcar, the King 

Midget, produced by Roy Cass in 2004. All are metal 

with convertible tops and are in excellent condition. 

estimate: $400 - $600 

Assortment of “Roller-Mobil 

Kleinwagen” Magazines 

A large assortment of German microcar magazines, 

all perfectly preserved. 

estimate: $250 - $500 

OSRAM “Autolampen” 

Light Bulb Rack 

An entirely original and fully stocked display of 

automotive bulbs from the German firm Osram, 

complete with their original boxes. 


estimate: $400 - $600 

Porcelain Goggomobil 

“Client Service” Sign 

An unrestored porcelain sign advising that service 

is available to owners of Goggomobils. 

dimensions: 30 in. x 18 in. estimate: $400 - $600 


“Entrance” Neon Sign 

A large neon sign in superb, unmarked condition. 


estimate: $400 - $600 

Sachs “Engine Service” Sign 

A round, porcelain sign offering Sachs 

engine service. It is in very good condition. 

diameter: 24 in. estimate: $400 - $600 

Isetta Silkscreen 

An attractive and atypical piece of microcar 

artwork, numbered 96/300. 

within frame: 20 in. x 36 in. estimate: $400 - $600 

Isetta and 

Messerschmitt Clocks 

Two microcar clocks in plastic and made in England. 

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Payphone and Bell 

Telephone Sign 

A fully functioning payphone in excellent condition and 

a small, flange-mounted Bell sign of the same quality. 

estimate: $600 - $800 

Sachs Clock, Engine 

Diagram, and Other 

Memorabilia 

Sachs playing cards, a Sachs glass clock (crack 

in glass), a cut-away engine diagram, and framed 

microcar-themed hats. 

estimate: $500 - $750 

Original Zündapp 

Glass Clock 

An extraordinary timepiece in excellent, 

original condition. 


Three Brass Fire Extinguishers 

All extinguishers in outstanding condition and 

marked “Ajax,” “Sodacid Fyr-Fyter,” and “Wil-X.” 

estimate: $600 - $800 


VDO Goggomobil Clock 

A classic VDO clock for a Goggomobil in its 

original condition, with a front-winding mechanism. 



Isetta Models 

Nine plastic Isetta models of various colors, manufacturer 

unknown, as well as an additional Heinkel by Casdon. 


Assortment of Velam Models 

Four French-made, plastic, friction-drive 

Velam toys, one by Empire, one by BS, and 

another two of unknown manufacture. 


Assortment of 

Heinkel Models 

Eight British Corgi toys depicting the well-known 

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Original Heinkel Glass Clock 

An unusual and very rare microcar clock 

in excellent condition. 



600 Models 

Four 1/18-scale BMW 600s, by AutoArt, in 

assorted colors and in brand-new condition. 

estimate: $500 - $750 

Wood and Porcelain 

Messerschmitt Models 

An eight-inch Mori wooden model of a 

Messerschmitt, as well as a six-inch wooden 

model and an eight-inch porcelain model of 

the same marque. 

estimate: $500 - $750 

Vitesse Messerschmitt 

Model Vendor Display 

A virtually pristine, original German toy store 

display of Vitesse Messerschmitts, “The Postwar 

Phenomenon,” with four models on display. Also 

includes two Vitesse Messerschmitts in their original 

boxes. All models are 1/43-scale. 

estimate: $500 - $750 


Assortment of 

Microcar Collectibles 

Many small-scale microcar models, including a tiny 

Autobianchi Bianchina by Mercury (3 in. long), a Fiat 500L 

by Polistil (1/25 scale), a Vespa (1/32 scale), a Fiat 500 by 

Norev (1/43 scale), an Autobianchi Bianchina Transformable 

model (1/24 scale), two Fiat van models (1/43 scale), 

two Daihatsu Midget ready-to-assemble plastic models, a 

Fiat 500 Giardiniera model, and a Honda 600 model. 

estimate: $500 - $750 

Assortment of Messerschmitt 

Period Ads and Images 

A 16-piece collection focused on the Messerschmitt, 

including reprints of KR 200 Deluxe ads, multiple 

period ads, black-and-white period images, Mivalino 

ads, and a Sachs motor sign in excellent condition. 

diameter of each sign: 25 in. estimate: $500 - $750 

Assortment of Period Ads, 

Images, and Microcar Ephemera 

A selection of about 30 pieces, including posters 

and black-and-white photography, with 11 

period images of microcars (all 17 in. x 13 in.), 

assorted Kleinwagen and museum T-shirts, period 

advertisements, a Huiles Labo thermometer (37 in. x 

12 in.), and a Vicky Motor-Dienst sign in excellent, 

unmarked, original condition (24 in. diameter). 

estimate: $500 - $750 


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Assortment of Heinkel 

Models by S.A.M.S. 

Six models of the Heinkel, all made in England, 

by S.A.M.S., in the 1990s. Various colors, in 

excellent condition. 


Microcar Ads, Images, 

and a Goggomobil 

Dealership Sign 

Reyonnah advertising, multiple Goggomobil 

and Isetta images, a Glas/Goggo dealership 

sign (4 ft. wide), and a Vespa clock, as well 

as additional reprints of advertising for various, 

more exotic microcars. 

estimate: $500 - $750 

Goggomobil Remote 

Control Car 

A Hitec remote control car in excellent condition. 

length: 14 in. estimate: $500 - $750 

Honda Toaster Oven 

A unique Sunbeam toaster oven from an actual Honda 

motorcycle gas tank. In excellent condition. 

dimensions: 8 in. x 12 in. estimate: $250 - $500 


Smart Car Models 

An assortment of Smart Car models, 

including 1/43-scale models by Minichamps 

and 1/87-scale models by Smartware. 

estimate: $200 - $300 

Isetta and Trailer Models 

An assortment of Isetta models, some with trailers, 

and all in interesting liveries, including the 

Hamburg Fire Department and Lufthansa. 


Coca-Cola Collectibles 

Four desirable items of Coke memorabilia, including a 

wooden bench, two clocks, and a German “Drink Ice 

Cold Coke” sign. All are in superb condition. 

estimate: $1,000 - $1,500 

Assortment of Period 

Microcar Ads and Images 

Over 15 pieces of assorted period ads, including 

those for Bonda, Vespa, Felber, and Scootacar. This 

lot is highlighted by a Vespa service sign. 

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Goggomobil Fan and Signs 

A Goggomobil sign, a Frisky Family Four Seater 

sign, a Goggomobil fan (for those hot summers 

under the Messerschmitt’s bubble), and a tin 

Montblanc advertisement piece. 

estimate: $1,000 - $1,500 

Two Large Model Airplanes 

Two model airplanes, one by Kyosho and the 

other a J3 Piper Cub, both in excellent condition. 

wingspan: 5 ft. (Kyosho) and 7 ft. (J3 Piper Cub) 

estimate: $750 - $1,000 

Bandai Fiat 600 Toy Car 

A blue, tin Fiat 600, by Bandai, with a working 

fabric sunroof, and in good, overall condition, 

but with some marking at the rear. 

length: 7 in. estimate: $1,500 - $2,000 

Assortment of 

Vintage Petroliana 

Includes du Pont new car wax and oil treatment, 

Castite oil fortifier, Prestone transmission sealer 

and conditioner, and gear oil additive. 

estimate: $1,500 - $2,000 


Bandai Messerschmitt 

Toy Car 

A red Messerschmitt by Bandai, in 

very good, original condition. 


Bandai BMW 600 Toy Car 

and Original Box 

A red, friction-drive BMW 600 by Bandai, 

model number 749, with its original box, and in 

virtually as-new, original condition. 


Goggomobil, Smart, and 

Frisky Neon Signs 

Three custom-made neon signs in as-new condition 

dimensions: Goggomobil 30 in. x 18 in.; . 

Smart 8 in. x 24 in.; Frisky 8 in. x 24 in. 

estimate: $1,500 - $2,500 

Bandai Isetta Toy Car 


A red/white, friction-drive Isetta with four 

wheels, model number 588, with its original 

box, and in as-new, original condition. 

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Assortment of Microcar 

Ads and Images 

A collection of largely color microcar ads and images, 

including several for the Isetta, as well as a large Segway 

ad and a sign for the Roller-Und Klein-Wagen Museum. 

estimate: $1,500 - $2,500 

Bandai Messerschmitt Toy 

Car and Original Box 

A red, friction-drive Messerschmitt by Bandai, model 

number 579, in its original box, and in virtually 

as-new condition with a perfect plastic top. 


“Dots” Vending Machine 

A fully restored and operational six-column vending 

machine in outstanding condition. 


estimate: $4,000 - $6,000 


Carousel Kiddie Ride 

Fully restored and operational, this fun ride is 

complete with three animals, and it turns at 

moderate speeds to delightful fair music. 

diameter of carousel: 69 in. 

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Indian Motorcycle 

Kiddie Ride 

Fully restored and operational, this ride is 

complete with a speedometer, a throttle 

pedal, saddle bags, a lighted Indian 

mascot, and two speeds of interactive 

riding with brakes and complete 

engine noises. 


estimate: $10,000 - $15,000 


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Vendo Milk 


Fully restored and operational. Choose 

from four refreshing beverages! 


estimate: $8,000 - $12,000 


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Velam Child’s Pedal Car 

A fully restored, very rare, terrific child’s car. A 

steel version of the famous French bubble car. 


estimate: $3,000 - $5,000 

Kleinschnittger and 

Brütsch Neon Signs 

Two custom-made neon signs in as-new condition. 

dimensions: Brütsch 8 in. x 36 in.; 

Kleinschnittger 14 in. x 24 in. 

estimate: $1,500 - $2,500 

Dart, Goggomobil, and 

Rolux Neon Signs 

Three neon signs in as-new condition. 

dimensions: Goggomobil 24 in. x 30 in.; 

Rolux 24 in. x 24 in.; Dart 14 in. x 36 in. 

estimate: $1,500 - $2,500 


Coin-Operated Dixie 

Water Cup Dispenser 

Before there was bottled water! Insert a penny, 

a cup is dispensed, and you’re free to have a 

refreshing drink of water. Complete with keys 

and original brochure and paperwork. 

dimensions: 32 in. x 5.5 in. x 5 in. 

estimate: $1,000 - $2,000 

Bandai BMW 600 Toy Car 

A light green, friction-drive BMW 600 by 

Bandai, in excellent condition. 



Microcar Images, 

Ads, and Signs 

Advertisements for Zündapp Janus, Velorex, 

Lloyd, and Trabant, as well as signs for Trabant, 

Simson, and OMZ (33 in. x 10 in. each); a 

“Made in USSR” sign; and a backlit USSR sign 

in the shape of a star (about 4 ft. in diameter). 

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Assortment of License Plates, 

Microcar Images, and Signs 

Eighteen international license plates, as well as several reprinted 

period ads for the Messerschmitt KR 201 and Mokuli 

Moped by Messerschmitt; a Vespa advertisement (28 in.); a 

presentation of KR 201 technical data; promotional images 

of microcars; signs for Sachs Motors and Messerschmitt 

Service; other assorted black-and-white images and technical 

data presentations; and assorted microcar ephemera, 

including Isetta, Messerschitt, and F.M.R. granite plaques. 

Fill your garage walls with a single purchase. 

estimate: $2,000 - $2,500 

Bandai Bond Bug Toy Car 

and Plastic Model Kit 

An orange Bond Bug by Bandai, and an 

unopened original plastic model kit of the 

same marque by Airfix, of England. 

length: 7.5 in. (Bandai) estimate: $2,000 - $2,500 

Texaco Oil Stand 

with Original Oil Cans 

A reproduction oil display stand (16 in. x 45 in.) 

with an assortment of original quart oil cans from 

Phillips 66, Texaco, and others, most of which 

are full and unopened. 

estimate: $1,000 - $2,000 


Villiers Cut-Away 

Display Engine 

Engine type 31A and serial number 859B962. 

Witness the inner workings of the diminutive 

motor that powered so many microcars. 


estimate: $1,000 - $2,000 


Toy Car 

A black Messerschmitt, by Bandai, 

with an opening top. 


Bandai Mazda 360 Toy Car 

A grey, tin Mazda 360 by Banzai, 



A long sign advertising the manufacturer of the Janus. 

dimensions: 120 in. x 12 in. 

estimate: $1,000 - $2,000 

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Porcelain Walker Exhaust 

Service Sign 

A sign in excellent condition, with no major 

deterioration visible, and an unmarked image area. 


estimate: $1,000 - $2,000 

Northwestern Bulk 

Vending Machine Rack 

A nine-head unit by Northwestern, of Illinois, 

on wheels for ease of movement. 


estimate: $1,000 - $2,000 

Large Porcelain 

Supertest Sign 

An “All Canadian” sign in excellent condition. 


estimate: $1,000 - $2,000 

Brütsch Mopetta Neon Sign 

A custom-made neon sign in as-new condition. 


estimate: $3,000 - $5,000 


BMW Neon Sign 

A custom-made neon sign in 

as-new condition. 


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Popperette Popcorn 


“Fresh & Delicious.” Fully restored and completely 

operational, with corn on display in the globe atop 

the machine, prior to popping. 


estimate: $7,000 - $10,000 


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Mold-A-Rama Isetta 

Souvenir Maker 

“Make Your Own Model of the Isetta.” Tremendously 

popular in the mid-1960s, these machines could 

produce a blow-molded plastic souvenir with the push 

of a button in under 30 seconds. Naturally, the Bruce 

Weiner Microcar Museum’s example 

molds Isettas, and as with all 

vending machines in this collection, 

it is fully operational and ready 

to delight a new generation of 

microcar enthusiasts. 


estimate: $10,000 - $15,000 


Bandai Fiat 600 Toy Car 


A red Fiat 600 with a working sunshine roof, 


outstanding, “as-new,” original condition. 


Bandai Zündapp Janus Toy 


A red/white, friction-drive Zündapp Janus, by 

Bandai, with a vacation destination painted on 

the roof, model number 751, with its original 

box, and in as-new, original condition. 


Tiger 500 and F.M.R. 

Neon Signs 

Two custom-made neon signs in as-new condition, 

with F.M.R. in neon and mounted on a black base. 

dimensions: Tg 500 26 in. x 9 in.; F.M.R. 28 in. x 12 in. 

estimate: $1,000 - $2,000 

Miniature Portable 

Honda Generator 

Serial number 117602. Honda’s first portable 

generator. It is compact and very lightweight. 

dimensions: 9 in. x 6.5 in. x 8 in. 

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Toy Car 

A green three-wheeler Messerschmitt by Bandai, in 

original condition, with some wear and small cracks 

to the plastic top, but it is otherwise complete. 


Messerschmitt Dealership 

Display Model and 

Original Box 

A red, plastic, friction-drive three-wheeler 

Messerschmitt display model, with German text on 

the back describing the technical specifications of 

the real car, and with its original box. Incredibly 

rare and impossible to find. 


Large Champion Banner, 

Microcar Signs, and 

Assorted Memorabilia 

An enormous Champion automobile banner (at least 

11 ft. tall), as well as a Capri Scooter Service sign 

(21 in. tall), a Durkopp motorbike sign (24 in. tall), a 

Kundendienst sign, a Bougies KLG thermometer, NSU 

signs, reprints of period Isetta and Goggomobil ads, 

and other ads and images. 

estimate: $1,500 - $2,000 



Period Signs and Ads 

Assorted ads, including reprints of Rolux and Goggo ads; ads 

for Goggo Dart, Solyto, and Trident; several microcar service 

signs; an Isetta fan; and a Krispy Kreme sign (12 in. x 3 in.) 

estimate: $1,500 - $2,000 

Vespa Clocks, Calendars, 

and Microcar Ads 

A large collection of reprinted ads for Scootacar, Trojan, 

Velocar, Biscuter, and Heinkel, as well as a pair of Vespa 

clocks and multiple, fascinating cardboard Vespa calendars. 

estimate: $1,500 - $2,000 


Display Model and Original Box 

A silver, plastic, friction-drive three-wheeler 

Messerschmitt display model, with German text on 

the back describing the technical specifications of 

the real car, and in original condition with its original 

box. Incredibly rare and impossible to find. 


Bandai Zündapp Janus Toy Car 

An orange and white Zündapp Janus by Bandai, 

model number 751, in as-new, original condition 

with original Japanese-language tag. 


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Honda Cuby Engine Display 

Produced in the 1960s, these tiny motors 

were purportedly used as training aides 

and are often given to dealers. It has 19.7 

cubic centimeters of displacement and is in 

outstanding, overall condition. 


estimate: $1,000 - $2,000 

Pitchford Coin-Operated 

Electric Shaver 

A new-old stock dispenser by Mountainaire Inc., 

using a Norelco dry shaver with an Aquavelva 

aftershave lotion dispenser. 


estimate: $1,000 - $2,000 

Messerschmitt Neon Sign 

A custom-made neon sign 

in as-new condition. 


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Ride ‘em, cowboy! A solid oak horse 

that rocks back and forth to music. It is 

fully restored and operational. 


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Toy Car and Original Box 

A white four-wheeled Messerschmitt Tiger by 

Bandai, model number 737, with its original 

box and in excellent, original condition, aside 

from a crack in the plastic top. 


Microcar Ads, Dunlop Signs, 

and S&H Green Stamps Signs 

A Messerschmitt Kabinenroller poster, numerous 

period ads and reprints, and a wonderful collection 

of S&H Green Stamps memorabilia, including three 

signs. “Save As You Spend.” 

estimate: $2,000 - $3,000 

Messerschmitt Ads, Signs, 

License Plates, and Calendars 

Over 25 international license plates and reprints of assorted 

period ads, featuring Messerschmitt, Sachs engine 

service, and Vic Hyde, as well as Messerschmitt period 

ads and an electrical diagram, a Sachs engine diagram, 

a Messerscmitt service sign, a Messerschmitt fan (5 ft. 

wide), and a 1980–1981 microcar calendar with each 

individual month framed (each month 18 in.). 

estimate: $2,000 - $3,000 



Period Images, Ads, 

and Signs 

Various reprints of period images and ads of 

the Avolette, Velocar, Reyonnah, and Isetta, as 

well as an Adlerdienst sign (3 in. x 3 in.) and a 

Sachs Moped Care sign (11 in.). 

estimate: $1,000 - $1,500 

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Microcar Period Images, 

Ads, and Signs 

Approximately 20 pieces, primarily various directional 

signs, as well as period ads for AWS, Goggomobil, 

Zündapp, and Maico; a Biscuter drawing; a 

Zündapp sign; and a Maico sign. 

estimate: $1,000 - $1,500 

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Janus Model Car 

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Kroboth and Fuldamobil 

Neon Signs 

Two custom-made neon signs 

in as-new condition. 

dimensions: Kroboth 26 in. x 24 in.; 

Fulda 48 in. x 14 in. 

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“Frostie Root Beer” 


A fully restored, operational, and 

complete vending machine with 

several cases of Frostie Root Beer. 


estimate: $6,000 - $8,000 


“Cross Country Racer” 

Kiddie Ride 

Built by All-Tech, this kiddie ride features working 

“brakes” and “gas” and rides on tires. Points are 

awarded by steering to stay on the “track.” The entire 

ride rocks back and forth and is fully functional. 


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Vending 

Machine 

A restored and fully operational 

Gold Medal vending machine. 

Ideal for the home theater system. 


estimate: $6,000 - $8,000 

Isetta Neon Sign 

A custom-made neon sign in 

as-new condition. 


estimate: $2,000 - $4,000 

BMW Isetta Cut-Away 

Engine Display 

An original Isetta engine, cut away to 

demonstrate its operation. 


estimate: $2,000 - $3,000 



Tiger Toy Car and 

Original Box 

A red Messerschmitt, model number 737, 

with its original box. Toy is in outstanding, 

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“Cookies ‘n’ Snacks” 


A colorful vending machine in Nabisco 

livery. It is restored and fully functional. 


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“Howard Johnson” 

Coffee Vending 

Machine 

Follow your “Cookies ‘n’ Snacks” with 

a cup of hot coffee, dispensed by this 

restored and fully functional machine and 

painted in Howard Johnson’s instantly 

identifiable colors. 


estimate: $10,000 - $12,000 


Porcelain Vespa Service Sign 

A German language sign offering service for 

Vespas, with minor marking in the image area. 

diameter: 38 in. estimate: $2,000 - $4,000 

Quaker State Neon Sign 

A large neon sign in excellent working condition. 

dimensions: 6 ft. x 1 ft. estimate: $1,000 - $2,000 

Messerschmitt Remote 

Control Car 

A large, red, remote control Messerschmitt by Terry’s 

Model Products, of England. Generally unused. 

Will require generic remote. 


Isetta Remote Control Car 

A large, blue, remote control Isetta, by Terry’s Model 

Products, of England, with a Techniplus remote control 

in its original box, and all are in as-new condition. 


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Oil Neon Sign 

A multi-colored Pennzoil neon sign 

in excellent, functional condition. 


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“Planters Peanuts” 


A fully restored Univendor eight-column vending 

machine with overhead lights. It is fully operational. 

dimensions: 30 in. x 69 in. x 15 in 

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Hot Chocolate & Coffee 


Serial number 56COD-4168. Insert a quarter and 

be rewarded with a hot cup of coffee (with cream 

and/or sugar) or hot chocolate, courtesy of this fully 

functional Stoner-Café Model D machine. Warm up 

after a February drive in your favorite microcar. 


estimate: $10,000 - $12,000 


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estimate: $2,000 - $4,000 

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“Empire Made” Isetta 

Toy Car and Box 

A blue/white Isetta toy car, by Lincoln International, with 

a reproduction box, and in good, original condition. 



Tiger Toy Car and 

Original Box 

A turquoise Messerschmitt Tiger, by Bandai, with its original 

box, and in very good, original condition. Extremely rare. 

dimensions: 8 in. x 3.5 in. 

estimate: $2,500 - $3,000 


“Empire Made” Isetta Toy 


A red Isetta toy car and passenger, by Lincoln International, 

with a reproduction box, and in great, original condition. 


A beautiful, large sign in excellent condition. 


estimate: $1,000 - $1,500 


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Microcars in Display Case 

A group of assorted toy microcars, including Smart 

Cars, Isettas, Goggomobils, and Bonds, in a tasteful 

wooden display case. A ready-made collection with 

room for additional acquisitions. 

length: 1 in. to 3 in. (each) 

display case: 41 in. x 24 in. x 3 in. 

estimate: $1,000 - $1,500 

Avolette Neon Sign 

A neon sign for the Avolette, in excellent condition. 


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“Sun-Maid 

California Raisins” 


Shrunken grapes to go with shrunken 

cars. Perhaps the healthiest vending 

machine option offered from the Bruce 

Weiner Collection, and like all the others, 

it is fully functional and restored. 


estimate: $6,000 - $8,000 


AAA Emergency 

Service Neon Sign 

A beautiful decoration or beacon of 

help to fellow microcar owners. 


estimate: $2,000 - $4,000 

Smart Car Neon Sign 

A beautiful and fully functional neon 

sign in excellent condition. Ideal for 

the Smart Car owner or enthusiast. 


estimate: $2,000 - $4,000 

Traffic Light 

A fully functioning four-sided traffic 

light. Build your own intersection! 

dimensions: 18 in. x 18 in. x84 in. 

estimate: $2,000 - $3,000 

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Rowe Candy 


A fully functional eight-column candy 

machine in dramatic colors, with 

Von Dutch-esque pinstriping. 


estimate: $6,000 - $8,000 


“Ride the Champion” 

Kiddie Ride 

Fully restored and operational, this delightful ride 

rocks back and forth to “Bonanza” and speeds 

up as you pull on the reigns. Remarkably well 

detailed, down to the ornate leather saddle. 


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Vespa 400 Child’s 

Pedal Car 

Baby’s first microcar, in excellent condition. 


estimate: $3,000 - $5,000 

Dri-Powr Neon Sign 

A fully functional Dri-Powr neon 

sign in superb condition. 


estimate: $3,000 - $5,000 

Gilmore Gas Pump 

A classic “Roar with Gilmore” gas 

pump in excellent condition. 


estimate: $3,000 - $5,000 


U-Select-It Candy 


A fully restored and operational 

vending machine. 


estimate: $3,000 - $5,000 

Coca-Cola School 

Crossing Guard 

A two-sided tin sign with a heavy base, 22 in. in 

diameter, and in outstanding condition. 

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Fiat Jolly Model 

A large, handmade, metal Fiat Jolly, by AMC 

and made in Italy, with a well-detailed engine. 

Very realistic and in excellent, original condition. 


U-Select-It “Juicy Fruit” 


A fully restored and operational vending machine. 


estimate: $3,000 - $5,000 


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Popcorn 

Vending 

Machine 

Every vending machine offers 

food, but this one also produces 

it, by popping the corn it vends. 

Fully restored and operational. 


estimate: $8,000 - $10,000 


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Large Train 

Kiddie Ride 

A very large, fully restored and operational kiddie ride, with 

railroad crossing lights and train lights. There are bumpers in 

the front and back, which ensure injury-free operation. 


estimate: $15,000 - $20,000 


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A rare, early example with characteristic details and features 

243 1953 Messerschmitt KR 175 

estimate: $35,000 - $45,000 


manufacturer regensburger stahl und Metallbau production 15,089 

origin regensburg, germany id no. 2160 

motor fichtel & sachs 1-cyl., 2-stroke displacement 175 cc 

power 9 hp length 9 ft. 3 in. 

Visit rmauctions.com to view all photos.

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r000 Fritz Fend 19XX had been Make a part Model of the Rechlin test center during the war, 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

compiling data for the landing gear of the new jet aircraft. He returned 


to Rosenheim and began building self-propelled handcarts for the many 

disabled veterans who were making do with the typical board on four 

wheels. He developed his still hand-powered Flitzer into an enclosed 

vehicle on bicycle wheels. In 1948, it received a 100-cubic centimeter 

Sachs motor and was identifiable by its smaller wheelbarrow wheels. 

open and closed versions were on offer. a 4.5 horsepower Riedel motor 

from the Imme moped in 1950 made it the Flitzer 101, with an optional 

blow-up plastic roof, and 150 examples were built. The burgeoning 

business included his Fend Lastenrollers, and it soon needed more space. 

The gifted “aircraft-professor” Willy 

Messerschmitt was also an innovative 

industrialist, in charge of eight large 

companies that had been kept busy 

despite the ban on building aircraft. 

The augsburg works would eventually 

build 20,500 sewing machines. His 

manufacturer recently-rebuilt Manufacturer Regensburg works were 

occupied by the newly-formed RSM, 

which was building railroad cars and 

bridges, with room for another project. 

origin City, Country ID no. ## 




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The timely meeting of the two players has been described as follows: Fritz 

Fend was waiting nervously in the RSM boardroom to deliver his Flitzer 

proposal to Director Strauch, when the great man walked in to place some 

papers in front of the director. Messerschmitt turned to leave but paused 

at the door, turned, and said to Fend, “We know each other, don’t we?” 

He addressed the committee as follows: “Without this man, our ME-262 

would have never left the ground. He is a good man and has done the 

aircraft industry a great service.” The Kabinenroller’s future was assured. 

Fend developed his Flitzer into the now tandem-seat Fend FK-150 (Fend- 

Kabinenroller), recognizable by its multi-part plastic dome. The body 

retained the Flitzer’s tube frame, and a subframe sprung by rubber bands

carried the Sachs 150 motor. a dozen staff members from augsburg were 

sent over to help get it ready for series production. one example, now 

called Messerschmitt KR 175, was sent to the Geneva Show in March 1953. 

The very original car offered here is one of the earliest, late-first-generation 

cars known to exist, and it offers a plethora of early-car detail, including 

the rubber band-sprung subframe, the kick-starter, and the open-chain 

drive. Today, these rarities rank among the most collectible aspects of all 

Messerschmitts, making this particular example one to take note of. 

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The only factory-built Isetta pickup known to exist 

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244 1961 Isetta 300 

(Factory-Built) Pickup 

estimate: $35,000 - $45,000 


manufacturer isetta of great Britain ltd. production very limited 

origin Brighton, england id no. a12747 

motor 1-cyl., 4-stroke displacement 295 cc 



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r000 Before 19XX there was Make the X5...there Model was the Isetta. Yes, the microcar with a 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

million uses was even once a “crossover,” a combination of passenger 


car and utility vehicle, although the model in question was built not 

in Germany but by the British licensee, Isetta of Great Britain Ltd. of 

Brighton, known for its many variations on the Isetta theme. 

The factory-built Isetta pickup truck was essentially an Isetta coupe with 

a stubby cargo bed added to the rear above the engine. It was perhaps 

the answer to a question that no one had asked, but then again, most 

fun things are, and it continued to prove the amazing flexibility of the 

Isetta design for a variety of uses. More importantly, it actually found its 

customer. The Royal air Force employed a small fleet of Isetta pickup 

trucks for a time. The thought of these little bubble cars zipping happily 

around an airfield filled with weapons of war is hard to comprehend… 

but it apparently happened. 

manufacturer Manufacturer production # 

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The example on offer from the Bruce Weiner Microcar Collection is 

a standard model without bumpers, and it is equipped with a fabric 

sunroof and finished in a snazzy shade of red—ideal to catch the buying 

public’s eye. Whether it was actually used for deliveries, or simply to 

promote its owner’s business, remains unknown. Regardless, it is the 

only factory-built Isetta pickup to survive today; therefore, it is among 

the scarcest of all original Isettas. It is also among the most eminently

usable—perhaps the only Isetta suitable for a day trip—given its addition 

of usable space, for carrying up to 165 pounds of whatever goods the 

buyer would want to stow in its snug little covered cargo area. all the 

Bruce Weiner Microcar Collection cars have the capacity for fun. This 

one has the capacity for luggage, too. It’s an Isetta pickup! It’s an Isetta 

SUv! It is the one and only. 

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The first car in the collection; 

Professionally restored by microcar expert Peter Svilans 

245 1961 Messerschmitt KR 200 Cabrio 

estimate: $40,000 - $50,000 


manufacturer fahrzeug und Maschinenbau production est. 30,000 (all types) 



power 9.5 hp length 9 ft. 25 in. 


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r000 Towards 19XX the latter Make half of 1958, Model Fritz Fend and valentin Knott had had a 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

chance to explore a number of new vehicle projects within their fledgling 


company. The Kabinenroller was in need of a general overhaul to make 

it more cost effective and more attractive to a buying public that was 

enjoying a wider field of potential cars. 

The Karo buyer could now choose from a completely new selection of 

bright, vibrant color schemes. Gone were the fifties two-tones, replaced 

by single tones in a wide range of colors, including a fashionable range 

of blue and silver metallic shades that reflected the new, popular interest 

in aircraft and space. The interior trim received an overdue revision. 

While previous models were individually painted inside the tub and nose 

in a color matching the trim, the new cars were now all black inside, 

regardless of the vinyl color. The complex, difficult-to-machine wooden 

trim pieces below the canopy were dropped. The fancy “sunburst” side 

panel was replaced by a plain one with an easier to make straight 

piping strip. The little-seen, deluxe plaid special trim of the old cars was 

replaced by the snakeskin-print vinyl left over from the KR 201. 

manufacturer one item that Manufacturer had been under scrutiny from the early days was a 

removable origin soft City, top Country as a cooler alternative ID no. to the Plexiglas ## bubble. The 

motor sleek KR 201 motor roadster top was a viable displacement solution, but cc the scissor frame 

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ineffective, clear, flexible snap-on side curtains. Taking the idea a step 

further, a cabrio top was designed for the Messerschmitt, the technical 

term, cabriolet, meaning a soft top with fixed side window frames. The 

roof fabric snapped onto the window frames, kept tight by short, loose 

transverse bows, and was attached to a swiveling hoop at the rear. 

Interchangeable with the bubble, it worked very well, and the entire 

assembly was offered as a retrofit for earlier cars. The prototype cabrio still 

had the augsburg Eagle on the nose, but this was touched out on publicity 

pictures, as all genuine factory cabrios sported the FMR diamonds.

This particular car has somewhat of a special place in the collection. 

Mr. Weiner’s original, eclectic car collection had just seen the addition 

of a strange vehicle called a Messerschmitt, bought sight-unseen out of 

the Midwest. He asked the owner of the shop looking after his sports 

cars if there was anyone who knew these cars. The owner replied, “Yes, 

and he lives just three miles from your factory!” 

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noted microcar enthusiast, restorer, and expert Peter Svilans, who 

exposed Bruce early on to the microcar hobby and subsequently 

served as the museum’s curator, shared the following story about his 

experience with the car. 

“Bruce, along with his long-time business partner, came by and 

opened the door to my 100-year old barn to see a shiny red, 

completely restored Messerschmitt. We met the following day, and 

while the car was not for sale, an agreement to restore his car was 

reached amidst a living room floor covered with sales brochures. 

Typically the visionary, Mr. Weiner was already thinking far ahead, 

seeing the potential for these many and varied bubble cars in 

terms of a full-blown museum.

This Canadian-market factory cabrio was pulled out of a farmer’s 

field. Years of painstaking restoration, including fabrication of 

the floors and bulkhead by a skilled panelbeater, returned the 

car to its correct appearance. It features a rare “Tiger” seat and 

faux-snakeskin accents. Overall, it was in my ownership for some 

20 years, including a stint in the Yankee Candle Museum. 

A significant car for the museum, it is, in a way, largely responsible 

in part for its creation.” 

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One of only two in existence 

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246 1965 Goggomobil TS-300 Cabriolet 

estimate: $35,000 - $45,000 


manufacturer hans glas gmbh production 7 

origin dingolfing, germany id no. 02281704 


power 15 hp length 10 ft. 


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estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

With an eye for the american market, this elegant and very stylish 


open version was built on the standard Goggo floor pan and 

received all the same upgrades. From March of 1957, electric 

shifting was introduced on the model. This example is equipped 

with the 293-cubic centimeter engine that was taken out of 

production in September of 1965. The 400 was discontinued in 

September 1967, and finally, the 250 was discontinued in June 

of 1969. 

In all, only seven Goggomobil TS-300 Cabriolets were built, and 

the example offered here is one of two believed to be remaining 

in the world. This is an honest, largely original example, from the 

paint, which shows some sign of wear, to the lightly worn chrome 

and interior. It is finished in a lovely white, with a black top and 

boot, and a red vinyl interior. Complementing the exterior finish 

are white wheels with whitewall tires and hubcaps, which bear the 

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247 1958 Maico 500 

estimate: $30,000 - $40,000 


manufacturer Maico-werke gMBh production 6,301 

origin Pfaffingen-tübingen, germany id no. 808457 

motor heinkel 2-cyl., 2-stroke displacement 452 cc 



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r000 Henning 19XX Thorndahl Make had made Model the third attempt to revive the Champion car, 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

but after a few short months of financial difficulties, it disappeared without 


a trace. otto and Wilhelm Maisch, long-established bicycle, scooter, and 

motorcycle manufacturers, saw this as an opportunity to enter the car 

market, and they purchased the Champion concern. 

The 1955 Frankfurt Show saw the attractive two-seater Maico MC 400 

alongside an equally stylish four-seater version called the Maico MC 403, 

which had been built by the nearby coachbuilders Baur. During the next 

few months, the two-seater and station wagons were discontinued, as 

the brothers saw the biggest potential in the four-seater, which was now 

powered by the motor already being used in the Tempo Wiking and was 

called the Maico MC 500. The stylish 500, with its handy front trunk, 

deep door pockets, and fashionable white steering wheel, sold better than 

expected. Unfortunately, Maico production lagged behind, and increased 

competition, combined with steering column issues, caused production to 

no longer be a viable proposition by mid-1958. Sadly, the overextended car 

venture had ended with otto in jail and Wilhelm with a heart attack, while 

the company returned to solely making motorcycles. 


Seen origin here, the City, stylish Country four-seater is well ID represented, no. ## finished in a dark 

motor maroon, and motor complete with the commensurate displacement white steering cc wheel, cream 

wheels, power and hp white roof. Beautifully presented, length this is a mm rare microcar in 

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A rare “double-ended” microcar with remarkable engineering advancements 

248 1958 Zündapp Janus 

estimate: $30,000 - $40,000 


manufacturer Zündapp-werke gmbh production 6,902 

origin nürnberg, germany id no. w3571 

motor Zündapp 1-cyl., 2-stroke displacement 248 cc 



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r000 In the 19XX first decade Make after World Model War II, the long-established firm of 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

Zündapp, in nürnberg, was offering a large palette of two-wheelers 


ranging from motorized bicycles to heavy motorcycles. In 1954, it was 

becoming evident to management that the increasingly sophisticated 

population wanted more serious transportation and that the motorcycle 

industry was in decline. 

They concluded that they could not afford a lengthy development 

process, so they would look at outside help. The efforts of Kroboth 

and Brütsch were deemed too primitive, but Fuldamobil’s three-wheeler 

looked promising. a license was purchased, but once the car was 

studied by Zündapp’s technicians, the license was returned. The solution 

would be the double-ended microcar of Claudius Dornier, the license 

for which was purchased, and the prototype was shipped to nürnberg. 

It was named Janus for the Roman god who faced both ways. 

The skilled development department went about refining the Dornier 

design. First of all, the top-hinged butterfly doors were replaced by 

Isetta/Heinkel style side-hinged ones. Iso had patented the angle of the 

manufacturer door and the Manufacturer hinged steering wheel, so these had to differ. Extensive 

research origin and City, development Country work went into ID no. the independent ## long-travel 

motor strut-type suspension, motor as well as the braking displacement system cc with anti-dive 

characteristics power hp and drums with cast-in length “turbo-cooling” mm scoops. The 

only suitable motor for the moment would be one that fitted to the 


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Bella 201 scooter, with an eye to the economical 250-cubic centimeter 

licensing category. It was centrally located, and much would be made 

of the fact that “it wasn’t in the way” like in other cars. one could also 

perform routine work on it in dry, perfect comfort. This layout afforded 

a large, useful interior space, which was further enhanced by both the 

seats folding flat to form a bed. 

Production began comparatively late in June 1957, after another 

redesign to lighten the car by substituting Plexiglas side windows and

after failed negotiations with Fiat for their 600 motor. The car was praised 

for its excellent suspension and handling, which set new standards of 

comfort for small cars. But sales fell far short of expectations, and it was 

sold for only a year and a half. This particular Janus is consequently 

extremely rare and sought-after among today’s microcar enthusiasts. 

Rarely do such Zündapps become available publicly, particularly in such 

exceptional condition, as it has been fully and professionally restored to 

factory correct specification. It remains a superb example throughout. 

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The most desirable variant, in cabriolet form, with “tropical vents” 

249 1956 BMW Isetta 

‘Bubble Window’ Cabrio 

estimate: $45,000 - $55,000 


manufacturer Bayerische Motoren werke production est. 50 

origin Munich, germany id no. 495137 

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r000 Seeking 19XX greener Make pastures, Renzo Model Rivolta sold his Isetta minicar and his 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

plans, tools, and equity to Bayerische Motoren Werke, of Munich, in 


1954. BMW, founded on aero engines, matured with motorcycles and 

the production of some fine sports cars before World War II. Left in a 

precarious condition after the war, the factory was in ruins and cash was 

short. a range of large, bulbous cars, disparagingly called “Baroque 

angels,” failed to ignite the interest of the public. Management decided 

to take a gamble on something completely different: the Isetta. 

The Isetta furnished BMW with a readily-saleable economical 

car, particularly popular in 1956 and 1957 when the Suez Crisis 

interrupted oil supplies to Europe. over the eight years that it remained 

in production, more than 160,000 were built, not counting Isetta 

production that continued in France, Belgium, Spain, and Brazil. It 

can be argued that the Isetta was a vital ingredient in BMW’s postwar 

recovery, enabling the embattled firm to weather the death of 

popular, conventional passenger cars. In hindsight, it seems almost 

counterintuitive, but history is often convoluted. 

manufacturer all BMW Isettas Manufacturer had fabric sunroofs. However, a few, like the example 

offered origin here, City, were Country built as full cabriolets, ID no. with the rear ## portion of the 

motor roof collapsible motor in the manner of a conventional displacement convertible. cc only about 

50 power were produced, hp most of them exported length to either the mm United States or 

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This cabriolet has the rare “tropical” vents in the door. Superbly restored, 

it has light green paint, bright green plaid upholstery, and an accessory 

luggage rack with an Isetta-script wicker picnic hamper on the rear. 

The two-section top is canvas, the forward portion rolling back in the 

manner of the usual sunroof and the rear part folding down onto the 

rear deck. The result is a truly open-air Isetta in Targa fashion. Detailing 

is of the finest order, with hardly a blemish to be found. among the 

rarest of all Isettas, this model is certainly the most sought-after and 

desirable. as offered here, it presents an opportunity not soon to recur.

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An as-new, low mileage example of a limited production Smart Car 

250 2005 MCC Smart Crossblade 

estimate: $20,000 - $30,000 


manufacturer smart gmbh production 2,000 

origin Böblingen, germany id no. e143r001723 

motor inline 3-cyl. displacement 499 cc 

power 70 hp length 8.5 ft. 


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an extremely rare survivor 

r000 originally 19XX unveiled Make at the Geneva Model Motor Show in March 2001 as a 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

concept vehicle, the Smart Crossblade was created under the mantra 


of “less is more.” Its small size and surprising power output move it 

along in traffic, due in part to the fact that the car weighs a mere 1,600 

pounds. Its introduction created such hysteria that Smart built a limited 

run of 2,000 individually numbered cars, of which this is car number 

0949. Described as “an open leisure car uncompromisingly designed 

for blue skies and high spirit,” the concept had no roof, doors, or 

windshield, and it was more like a beach buggy. 

The Crossblade is particularly interesting, because it is very different 

than the “Smart for Two” platform on which it is based. The donor car is 

a very sensible and very tiny machine best suited to moving two people 

and groceries, or hand luggage, in an urban environment. They’re 

relatively economical, and since they are extremely small, they’re easy 

to park. Driving it is like riding on a rollerblade or a skateboard, an 

experience which lent itself to the name. Instead of doors, each side has 

what is essentially a side-intrusion bar that swings down into position to 

both keep passengers inside and large objects at bay, a system known 

manufacturer as the “Tridion Manufacturer Safety Cell,” which is augmented by two sets of airbags. 

Instrumentation origin City, and Country controls are simple ID but no. attractive ## and functional. 

motor With no roof, motor the interior will get wet if it displacement rains, so drain cc channels were 

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The clever packaging came from Mercedes-Benz, which designed the car 

for the Swiss Swatch Company and also supplied the base engines, which 

have been tweaked by Brabus to produce 70 horsepower. Priced at 

€21,000, the car sold out quickly after it was introduced in June 2002. This 

body sharp example in gloss black and matte grey with striking red upholstery 

was purchased new by the museum and remains in virtually as-delivered 

condition, with only 555 miles showing on the odometer. The condition of 

the interior, exterior, engine compartment, and underside is commensurate 

with this low mileage and reinforces that this fun and spritely machine is 

ready for many thousands of miles of use in the years ahead.

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The rarest of all Messerschmitts; the only genuine 

factory “Sport” model known to exist 

251 1959 Messerschmitt KR 200 Sport 

estimate: $50,000 - $60,000 


manufacturer fahrzeug und Maschinenbau regensburg 

origin regensburg, germany id no. 76,103 


power 9.5 hp length 9 ft. 2.5 in. 


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r000 Fritz Fend 19XX was very Make much aware Model of the difficulties and shortages that 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

plagued post-war Germany while he was building low-cost vehicles for 


the disadvantaged. once the production Kabinenroller was underway, 

there was always a readiness to accommodate the less well-off 

Messerschmitt customer. From the beginning, there was always a bare 

bones, stripped-down version available in the range. 

While the KR 175 was built specifically as a bare “scooter with a roof,” 

lacking interior panels, the KR 200 became rather more luxurious. But 

still, the KR 200 was available in a Standard version without interior 

panels, a heater, hubcaps, a clock, and it was in a single color only. The 

stripped-down version’s name was changed to Sport a year later, subtly 

implying a deliberate purchase choice by a sporty, hardier driver, rather 

than a choice made out of financial necessity. 

The sporting wind-in-the-face driver was catered to by the roadster body 

style first introduced on the brief run of the special model KR 201, but it 

was available on request as a regular 

body style until the end of production. 


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was on the wall for the microcar, and 

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offer an economical, stripped-down version of his somewhat pricey 

Kabinenroller under the name of the by now discontinued economy 

model, the Sport. In the factory newsletter, Ka-Ro Extrapost, the list of 

available models included the roadster until the summer of 1959. 

In the fall issue, the roadster was replaced by the new Sport. It made 

its debut at the Iaa exhibition in 1959. 

Taking as its inspiration the already-existing racing Tiger R-aX 350 so 

famously deployed by Fritz Fend, the windshield, top frame, top, and 

hinged lifting door were eliminated. Entry was now “over the side,” and 

the fixed side panels were lowered by four inches to facilitate this. a 

small Plexiglas windscreen and tonneau cover provided token weather 

protection, mostly when parked. a tonneau bar was used to hold the

cover open for just the driver. Interior trim panels looked standard, but 

they were unique to the car, with slight alterations to suit the new body. 

The car was equipped from new with the very rare, factory, extra-low 

Tiger seat without the usual parallelogram lifting arms, giving an ultrasporting 

driving position. It was called the “special seat for tall drivers.” 

once again, in consideration of the impecunious customer, the 

Messerschmitt could be purchased and outfitted in a modular style as money 

became available. one could buy the basic car without a lifting section. 

The next customer could then purchase the cheap, fixed Sport conversion. 

one could later add an interior panel set and then move up to a proper 

lifting section with bubble top or cabrio roof. all were interchangeable. 

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This very special car is the rarest of all Messerschmitts. It is the only 

genuine example of a factory Sport model known to exist. Finished in 

green, white, and yellow paintwork, it led a well-known life in England 

as 837 CLJ. It was one of perhaps just three that went to England, and if 

any were sold in their home country, the experts are not aware of them. 

The car had been exceptionally well cared-for by its previous owner, 

with special attention to rust prevention, as there was no rust in evidence 

at all. Even the mirrors, when dismantled, had a tiny dab of grease on 

This exceptionally rare Messerschmitt in superb original, rust-free 

condition prior to restoration in its original color scheme.

each pivot ball. It was restored to its original all-white color scheme. The 

Sport was sold at Christie’s in 1997 and was subsequently re-acquired 

for the present collection. 

It is widely regarded as one of the most significant microcars ever built, 

and its availability here represents an outstanding opportunity to own 

one of the definitive and most outstanding examples of the marque. 

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Tremendously difficult to find, one of the finest Spanish microcars 

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estimate: $40,000 - $50,000 


ausa automoviles 

manufacturer utilitarios s.a. 

production 5,000 

origin Manresa, spain id no. B612 

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r000 “The small 19XX car with Make great performance,” Model the PTv, was the brainchild of 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

Spanish businessmen Guillem Tacho, Mauricio Perramon, and Jose vila. 


Tacho had built several prototype microcars and was the engineering 

force, vila was essentially an office manager, and Perramon was the 

company’s director. Together, they had business and engineering skills, 

and together, they built a car that was proudly Spanish, with almost 

every component produced in their home country. This was a noble car 

with good intentions. 

If there was ever a microcar that was not for the common man, the PTv 

was it. It was designed as a real automobile, resembling a Morris Minor 

that had shrunk in the wash, and it boasted such comforts as doors, 

side windows, two-tone paint, and chrome trim. Reportedly, with its 

aluminum-head, 13-horsepower, single-cylinder, rear-mounted engine 

and independent front suspension, it could reach 75 km/h. 

The PTv was produced for five years and 

about 5,000 were made, sold to customers 

not only in the Iberian Peninsula, but in 

Continental Europe and the United States 

as well. at one time, it was the secondbest-selling 

microcar in Spain, after the 

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one of two examples of the early PTv 250 housed within the walls of 

the Bruce Weiner Microcar Museum, the car offered here is presented 

in nicely restored condition. It is sprightly-looking enough to be at home 

zipping around the marina as a yacht tender or simply to use to run 

errands around town in warm weather. Period European club stickers 

remain on the windshield, adding a bit of vintage charm.

as with so many of the Bruce Weiner Microcar Museum cars, the PTv is 

nearly impossible to find today, especially in such wonderful condition. 

This example is certainly one of the better-equipped survivors, and it 

would be at home in any microcar collection, or alongside that Pegaso 

and Hispano-Suiza in one’s stable of Spanish antiques. 

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253 1958 Trabant P50 and Weferlinger 

Heimstolz Camping Trailer 

estimate: $25,000 - $35,000 


Trabant P50 

A symbol of East German leisure—an all-original 

Trabant with matching trailer 

manufacturer veB sachsenring automobilwerke production 106,117 (all models) 

origin Zwickau , east germany id no. 5005538 

motor awZ 2-cyl., 2-stroke displacement 499 cc 


Camping Trailer 

manufacturer Pgh heimstolz id no. 06173 

origin weferlingen, east germany length 6 ft. 7 in. 


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r000 If the volkswagen 19XX Make Beetle was Model a symbol of German post-war hard work, 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

the “Trabi” may be considered a symbol of political determination to 


finally break down and go through the Berlin Wall. 

The Trabant was produced at the Mosel plant in Zwickau. Its predecessor, 

the Type P70, first left the production line of a pre-war DKW plant in 

1954, for a market where people were pleased to get any cars at all 

after years on a waiting list. The next car, the P50 of 1957, was the 

actual Trabant. Its body was made of Duroplast (a mixture of cotton, 

ground wood pulp, and resin resembling Bakelite) and was the source 

of many jokes, which were in fact misplaced, as in reality it was every bit 

as strong as a body constructed of fiberglass, and it pioneered the use 

of recycled materials. 

This particular car is original and unrestored 

and has spent much of its time in museums. It 

is offered together with the 1973 Weferlinger 

Heimstolz Camping Trailer. a model LC9-200 

example, it was likewise made in East Germany, 

developed specifically to be towed by the Trabant 

car. Construction is of double-walled, marine-grade 

plywood coated with a synthetic enamel. There is a 

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on the front and in the roof. The entrance is of the Dutch-door type, 

allowing the top half to open separately. 

Lightweight solid wood from Finland is used throughout the interior. 

The camper is fitted with a clothes closet and under-bench storage, 

and most of the interior space can be converted into a bed for two in 

less than a minute. In fact, there is even a two-burner propane cooker, 

and provision is made for either 12v DC or 240v mains power. These 

little “Wefi’s” have developed a cult following and, when offered in 

conjunction with an original Trabant, make for not only an attractive 

pairing but are very representative of economical post-war camping 

in Europe. 

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A sporting microcar with Siata-like styling 

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254 1958 Berkeley Sports SE328 

estimate: $15,000 - $25,000 


manufacturer Berkeley cars ltd. production 1,422 

origin Biggleswade, england id no. 1104 

motor excelsior 2-cyl., 2-stroke displacement 328 cc 



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r000 “Something 19XX good Make enough to Model win World 750 cc races…but cheap, safe, 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

easily repairable, and pretty.” This was what Charles Panter and Lawrie 


Bond set out to build. The Berkeley Sports was introduced to the public at 

the 1956 Motor Show, a year ahead of the fiberglass monocoque Lotus. 

The Sports Sa322, often incorrectly called the B60, had the interesting 

anzani engine used in several motorcycles, but it was fitted with a Dynastart, 

which incorporated an advanced rotary valve in the crankshaft. 

after only 163 cars, the motor was changed for the Excelsior 328-cubic 

centimeter twin with three more horsepower, and the Sports now became 

the type SE328, often incorrectly called the B65. The first six months’ cars 

retained the awkward column gear change. a Deluxe model was offered 

with hubcaps and spinners, a tachometer, and twin carbs. Production ran 

from January 1957 to april 1958. Many were exported to the U.S.a., but 

they were fitted with freestanding lamps on top of the fenders to meet 

lighting regulations there. The little car enjoyed considerable success in 

competition, and none other than 

Pat Moss, of austin-Healey rally car 

fame, entered one in the grueling 

manufacturer Liège-Brescia-Liège Manufacturer rally. This sharp production # 

origin example is red City, with Country a biscuit interior, ID no. # 

motor and it has the motor appearance, almost, of displacement cc 

a power miniature Siata, hp with its egg crate length mm 

grille and bumper guards. 


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255 1953 Bond Mk C 

estimate: $5,000 - $10,000 


manufacturer sharp’s commercials production 6,700 

origin Preston, england id no. e35620 

motor villiers 1-cyl., 2-stroke displacement 197 cc 



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r000 Feedback 19XX from the Make general Model public regarding the Bond Minicar resulted 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

in a request for a more car-like appearance, which called for a major 


revamping of the body style. Sharp’s development team, including 

designer Lawrie Bond, set about designing a new body. 

The first Mark Cs emerged from the Preston works in the fall of 1952. 

They had a fresh new look, with long rectangular “pontoon”-style 

fenders, which not only gave the required car-like look but afforded 

the front wheel-cum-motor a full 180 degree steering lock. This gave 

the Minicar its famous “trick” of rotating full-circle on its rear axle. 

Mechanically, there was a strong new cast-aluminum bulkhead that 

supported the steering pivot and a new trailing-arm suspension with 

“Flexitor” bushings. Sharp’s offered the Standard and Deluxe Tourer, the 

Family, and the Minitruck. 

This car offers a rare opportunity to enter a restoration project at the 

point where one is no longer dealing with discouraging rust repair 

and paint issues but is rather absorbing the enjoyable and satisfying 

“downhill” slope of the restoration, installing clean detail components 

manufacturer with new fasteners. Manufacturer This Bond Mark C production has been newly # painted in a 

origin period shade City, of ivory Country white, and it awaits ID no. the pleasurable # fitting of its 

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256 1959 Glas Isard 400 Coupe 

estimate: $30,000 - $40,000 


manufacturer hans glas gmbh production 11,975 

origin dingolfing, west germany id no. 02134917 

motor 2-cyl., 2-stroke, air-cooled displacement 392 cc 

power 20 hp length 9 ft. 6.2 in. 


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r000 Goggomobil: 19XX even Make the name Model sounds fun and peppy. nonetheless, 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

the moniker proved problematic when selling in foreign markets. In 


French, “goggo” was a slang term used to refer to an unwanted item, 

and Hans Glas definitely wanted the French to buy his car. as a result, 

the tiny German automobiles built for French-speaking markets were 

dubbed Isards. 

The Isard offered here from the Bruce Weiner Microcar Collection is 

the T400, with the desirable, larger 400-cubic centimeter two-stroke 

engine, which utilizes a combination of oil and gasoline that is fed by 

an automatic pump. The car is attractively finished in pale blue and 

white, with a surprisingly 

sporty two-tone interior, 

giving it something of 

the appearance of a toy 

Lancia aurelia. While it 

may have been repainted 

in the past, it appears 

original in many respects, 

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An unconventional, rare, and fully restored early Type K 

with angular bodywork, an optional top, and delightful 

257 1948 Mochet Type K 

estimate: $30,000 - $40,000 


manufacturer charles Mochet production 650 

origin Puteaux, france id no. 1560 

motor Zurcher 1-cyl., 2-stroke displacement 125 cc 



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r000 Georges 19XX Mochet Make successfully Model passed through the dark days of 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

the occupation. He had produced an ideal vehicle for the time, 


the pedal-operated velocar, which restored to a downtrodden 

population the pride and dignity of owning a vehicle with four 

wheels. Pre-war, small companies like v.E.L. were fitting small 

proprietary motors like the 80-cubic centimeter Stanley to Mochet’s 

velocars. These low-power motors often still required the passenger 

to jump out to help push on hills. The velocar continued to sell after 

the war, but it was clear that the times were changing, and a proper 

factory-designed and installed motor was needed in the product 

range, hence the Type H. 

There was a myriad of small car manufacturers “having a go” 

at making a small car. Some were experienced at design and 

production, some less so. aerocarene, alamagny, ardex, Boitel, 

Dolo, Dommartin, Julien, new 

Map, and Rovin all showed much 

smaller cars than the smallest 

offerings of the large producers, 

manufacturer like Simca or Manufacturer Renault, already at 

the origin 1947 Salon. City, Country It was clear that ID no. ## 

motor Mochet’s minimalist motor vision would displacement cc 

need power to be adjusted hp to fit into this length mm 

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So Georges set about reinventing his wooden Type H to produce his 

very first automobile, the all-steel Type K. It was also the first Mochet 

without pedals. The motor was upgraded to a 125-cubic centimeter 

version of the Zurcher, which used a separate three-speed gearbox. 

The chassis remained the same, with no front suspension and external 

contracting band-brakes on the rear wheels. He stuck to his principles 

of the minimum amount of work required to shape his body panels, and 

the result was a startling explosion of creased and folded flat panels in 

a multitude of triangular shapes in different sizes. The windshield was 

supported by the triangular buttresses characteristic of this type. With 

not a curve in sight, there was nothing else like it.

Clearly, his unconventional approach to body construction was not 

appreciated by all, and the Type K soon acquired more rounded, shaped 

panels, which prefigured the CM. This car is a fully and professionally 

restored example of the rare, early Type K, featuring a luxurious pair 

of fender-mounted headlamps, where most Ks made do with a single 

“Cyclops” lamp. The top was an optional extra, and the car is graced 

by a wonderful pair of angular wooden doors, which underline the 

artisanal approach to car ownership characteristic of the times. 

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The smallest production car ever built 

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258 1964 Peel P50 

estimate: $35,000 - $45,000 


manufacturer Peel engineering co. production est. 47 

origin Peel, isle of Man id no. d535 

motor Zweirad-union 1-cyl., 2-stroke displacement 49 cc 



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r000 The Isle 19XX of Man, Make located between Model England and Ireland, was home to 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

the Peel Engineering Company, which produced the only cars ever to 


originate from there. Known as “The Smallest Production Car Ever 

Built,” the Peel P50 began as a project to evaluate minimum possible 

dimensions needed to build a car, and it was originally nothing more 

than a fiberglass box on wheels. no engine was fitted to the car when 

it was exhibited at the 1962 Cycle and Motorcycle Show at Earls Court, 

but the publicity that resulted allowed Peel to move forward with an 

actual product. approximately 47 production models were eventually 

produced, with the major change from the prototype being that it now 

had two wheels in the front and one driven wheel in the rear. 

Since the car is so simple and minimal in its 

construction, it was inevitable that copies 

would emerge as it became a popular 

collectible, especially given that only 26 

of the original 47 examples are known to 

survive, and even one of the replicas can 

cost upward of $20,000 to acquire. 


Said to be “almost cheaper than walking,” 

perhaps the manufacture of the Peel P50 

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group of owners and microcar enthusiasts who truly appreciate its 

superlative place in the world of tiny cars. This changed, however, 

when in the 10th series of the popular BBC television show Top Gear, 

presenter Jeremy Clarkson introduced the car by asking, “What makes 

the volkswagen Polo, Suzuki Swift, and Citroën C1 look massive?” The 

Peel P50 then participated in a series of antics, which included driving 

through downtown London and into the BBC studios. In one scene it 

is even seen driven through the background of the BBC news studio, 

during a live broadcast.

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It is true though that because of its diminutive size it can literally go 

anywhere that cars are not supposed to go; the fuel economy is hard 

to beat too, as it is at 100 miles per gallon. With a minimal cost 

of £199, it is impossible to complain about the lack of a reverse 

gear, especially since a handle is affixed to the back to remedy any 

directional irregularities. 

This example has been exquisitely restored by the museum to an 

astounding standard. Its bright red paint exhibits a deep shine, while all 

chrome pieces have been replated and exhibit a deep shine. The finish 

is further enhanced by the natural white rubber bumper strips on all four

corners, which are brand new, as are the black window gaskets that 

hold in unblemished, new Plexiglas windows. The interior is clean and 

sanitary, as is the nicely refinished steering wheel. This P50 was restored 

as a showpiece, and it requires only proper mechanical and cosmetic 

maintenance to be displayed as such into the future. 

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The first of only three built; formerly owned by Vic Hyde 

and fully restored with a research trip overseas 

259 1957 Jurisch Motoplan Prototype 

estimate: $50,000 - $75,000 


manufacturer carl Jurisch fahrwerkbau production 3 

origin altdorf, germany id no. 101 


power 9.5 hp length 7.5 ft. 


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r000 This rare 19XX vehicle Make was the realization Modelof 

one man’s conviction that the 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

future of transportation lay in a personal single-seat vehicle. Carl Jurisch 


was a talented engineer and famous motorcycle racer, but above all, he 

was a passionate idealist. at the age of 23, he had already designed 

an astonishing, technically ground-breaking motor: a compact, fourpiston, 

two-stroke, water-cooled supercharged unit, which 10 years 

later, would influence DKW’s work. Two years earlier, in 1925, he 

had built himself a 350-cubic centimeter four-stroke motorcycle with 

telescopic forks and shaft drive. 

The late thirties found him in nürnberg, Germany selling his patented 

rear suspension conversions for the typical hard tail motorcycles of 

the time. Recovery was the post-war priority, and he helped his rural 

neighbours with his truck and repair shop for several years before 

returning to selling his suspensions and, later, his enclosed chaincase 

conversions, brake hubs, and stepless gearboxes. Motorcycles were in 

general decline as the population moved towards cars, and Jurisch 

looked for new ways to provide the public with the positive attributes of 

his beloved two-wheelers in the form of a small, personal three-wheeled 

manufacturer vehicle that bridged Manufacturer the gap between cycle production and car. # 


motor at his factory motor in the forests near nürnberg, displacement he designed cc and built his 

little power car based hp on the widened body of a Steib length S250 sidecar. mm Windshield 


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and front suspension was Messerschmitt mated to a drivetrain from the 

Heinkel Kabine. The unique steering consisted of two vertical handlebars 

pivoting under the seat and was topped by fingertip switches; it was a 

delight to use: light and precise. The machine unfolded like a puzzle 

box, with canopy, tail unit, seat, and fuel tank pivoting upward for easy 

access. Three were built. The prototype, offered here, was aesthetically 

the most successful, with its low, sleek canopy lines. The second had a 

taller but more ungainly canopy and larger wheels, and the third was a 

“commercial” version with a box behind the driver. 

actual sales were not forthcoming, and the prototype was sent overseas 

to america in an attempt to market the car through Joe Berliner’s 

motorcycle and microcar dealership in new York City at the height of 

the tailfin craze. The car, prototype number 101, languished in a Florida 

dealership until found by microcar collector vic Hyde in the seventies. 

By this time, it had deteriorated somewhat, had lost its Jurisch identity, 

and vic mistakenly took it for a Heinkel prototype because of its motor. 

It was restored in Canada in the nineties, and it was driven and shown 

at a number of events, where it created a sensation. a visit to veterama 

in Germany produced a Jurisch sales leaflet, which contained the works

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address. although a trip to the village of altdorf brought no immediate 

results, an inquiry with a local resident evoked a reply of “there is a 

small factory a couple of kilometers out of town.” The owner of the 

factory, now producing cardboard boxes, recalled seeing the name 

“Jurisch” on the deed when she purchased the property in 1973!

an elderly relative was still in the area and, after a helpful introduction 

by the factory owner, produced a letter from Jurisch’s daughter, now 

living in nürnberg. a visit was arranged where, over tea and biscuits, 

the daughter produced photo albums and documents showing this 

car and the two other similar Motoplans constructed by her father. 

She rounded out the provenance of this Jurisch with the wonderful 

recollection that on occasions when the post office van was not 

available to pick her up, she was driven to the school in the next 

village perched on the tail of the tiny car! 

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Fully restored; one of very few in existence worldwide 

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260 1950 Rolux Baby 

estimate: $35,000 - $45,000 


manufacturer société rolux production 400 

origin clermont-ferrand, france id no. 25023 

motor Ydral 1-cyl., 2-stroke displacement 125 cc 



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LOT In 1940, Paul Martin’s new Map Company altered its name after it acquired 

the Motosacoche firm. The man responsible for this legal reorganization, 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

the company’s comptroller, Robert Robin, used this opportunity to betray 


and sideline Martin, reducing the founder’s status and power little by little, 

eventually setting himself up as director of the company. Paul Martin became 

an employee, a mere technical advisor in the company that he founded. Martin 

accepted his situation, and in 1950, he moved to the Monet-Goyon firm. 


The Rolux was officially registered as a marque in its own right in December 

1949, and it was being built by a new Map subsidiary called the Société 

Rolux, with a factory in Clermont-Ferrand. The car, which was produced here 

for two years, was the vB 60 model, the “classic” Rolux, which went virtually 

unchanged through its production run. The chassis reverted to leaf springs 

in the front and rear, and the motor was a 125-cubic centimeter Ydral, 

driving the left rear wheel via a cardan shaft. Starting was manual, with a 

lever on the floor attached by a rod to the kickstart lever of the reverse-less 

motor. The beautifully proportioned 

roadster body acquired an opening 

front hood and had more pointed 

rear fenders, a steel-framed folding 

manufacturer windshield, and Manufacturer a white steering production # 

origin wheel with twin City, banjo-type Country spokes. ID no. # 

motor The folded top motor frame was stowed displacement cc 

almost power completely hp into holes behind length mm 

the bench seat. 


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It is fortunate that the complete record books for the Ydral motors 

delivered to Rolux survived, which indirectly provide an accurate picture 

of the production life of the car. Motors were delivered to and used 

up by Rolux at the rate of 10 per month from July 1949 to november 

1952, when the final shipment was cancelled. There was a hiatus until 

September 1953, during which only one car was produced, a prototype 

for the resumption of manufacturing of a somewhat more upscale 

model, which still exists.

Rolux production began again, but at a much slower rate and now by 

another company, the Société de Construction du Centre, yet another 

new Map subsidiary. about 50 cars were fitted with Ydral 175-cubic 

centimeter motors, and they were called the vB 61 models; the last two 

were delivered in September 1954. around 60 cars survive worldwide, 

and this car is one of five vB 60 Roluxes exported to a Quebec, 

Canada toy pedal car dealer in 1950. It was restored by the museum 

to its exceptionally high standards, and it exhibits a deep burgundy 

paint finish, which is complemented by the supple biscuit interior and 

perforated disc-type wheels. 

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Finished in desirable Coral Red with rare accessories 

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fahrzeug und 

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r000 The fall 19XX of 1958 Make saw the last Model of the three major overhauls of the KR 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

200. The car’s interior trim needed to be more cost-effective, the 


exterior finishes needed to be brought up-to-date, and some of the 

remaining details needed attending to. First of all, the long-standing 

“whiskers” trim and F.M.R.-in-circles badge were altered to the new 

F.M.R.-in-diamonds badge with comet-tail trim strips. The headlamp 

rims changed from chrome to aluminum. The Plexiglas side windows 

now had moulded-in grips and were located by rosette-style locking 

screws. The interior trim received a major going-over. 

other items, like the difficult-to-manufacture wooden trim strips below 

the windows, were dropped. The basic interior paint was now black, 

regardless of trim color. The large right-side trim panel was greatly 

simplified with a single straight double-piping line, and the bent-wire 

handbrake finally got a white knob. There was a new range of eight 

bright single-tone paint colors, as 

well as five of the fashionable new 

metallic hues, all with a choice of 

four interior shades. This original 

manufacturer car is still in Manufacturer the rarely seen Coral production # 

origin Red color, and City, it Country features the scarce ID no. # 

motor accessory motor KR 201-style slotted displacement cc 

hubcaps power and hp portholes in the tail, as length mm 

well as a luggage rack. 


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A rare, three-wheeled, left-hand drive version 

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262 1962 Trojan 200 

estimate: $30,000 - $40,000 


manufacturer trojan cars ltd. 

origin croydon, surrey, england id no. Xr7137 




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r000 Dundalk 19XX Engineering Make in Ireland, Model formerly repairers of locomotives, took 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

over production of the Kabine from Heinkel in 1958—a logical step since 


half of Heinkel production had already been going to the British Isles. 

Britain enjoyed a long history as a bastion of tiny motor vehicles. 

Cyclecars persevered there longer than in any other country, even 

after the advent of the minuscule austin Seven in 1922. The threewheel 

Morgan remained in production through 1952, aided in part 

by its lower taxation and licensing requirements since it was classed as 

a motorcycle. The Suez Crisis of 1956 created yet another microcar 

boom, as nasser’s closure of the canal interrupted oil supplies. 

Heinkels, Isettas, and other microcars found a ready market. 

Plans and tooling for the Heinkel were sent over to Dundalk in County 

Louth, but motors continued to be supplied by Heinkel. Production of 

the Heinkel-I took place in Ireland from 1958 to 1962. This, however, 

was the twilight of the microcar. 

The introduction of the British 

Motor Corporation’s austin and 

Morris Minis in 1959 resulted in 

manufacturer major changes Manufacturer in the public’s production # 

origin attitude towards City, Country their cars. ID no. # 

motor Dundalk saw motor the writing on the displacement cc 

wall power and decided hp to sell. 

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Peter agg, the Lambretta distributor for Britain since 1950, had purchased 

the long-lived commercial vehicle firm of Trojan, of Croydon in Surrey, in 

1959. originally built by Leyland Motors, the first Trojan was a utilitarian, 

almost agricultural car designed by Leslie Hounsfield. It enjoyed a brief 

vogue upon its introduction in 1922, but by the late-1920s, it had been 

sidelined by the austin Seven. From 1928, Trojan Ltd. manufactured a 

wide range of commercial vans and pickups, and even some light buses.

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agg negotiated the deal for manufacturing the Heinkel-I by Trojan and 

received the supply of motors from Heinkel themselves. Essentially similar 

to the German Heinkel and Irish Heinkel-I, the Trojan was built with 

some British-sourced components, such as armstrong shock absorbers, 

Wilmot-Breeden latches, and Wipac or Miller lamps. vent windows were 

Plexiglas. a right-hand drive version was built, but the door was still 

hinged on the left. Three- and four-wheel versions were made.

The car did actually sell quite well, despite its late arrival, and plans 

were even made to expand the range with a commercial light delivery 

van, of which about six were built. 

as they had in Ireland, sales continued to decline for market reasons, 

but a few cars a week continued to come off the line until early-1965. 

This Trojan 200 is a rare, three-wheeled, left-hand drive version with 

metric instrumentation, apparently intended for export to the Continent. 

Brilliant in red, it has blue-and-green Houndstooth seats and a tan rollback 

fabric sunroof. a more iconic “bubble car” is difficult to imagine. 

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A superbly presented early, original Beetle with desirable accessories and features 

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263 1959 Volkswagen Beetle Cabriolet 

estimate: $30,000 - $40,000 


manufacturer volkswagenwerk gmbh production 11,006 

origin wolfsburg, west germany id no. 2317922 

motor vw air-cooled 4-cyl. displacement 1,192 cc 



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r000 Despite 19XX the dominance Make of Model large automobiles in the United States, 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

smaller, imported vehicles grew strongly in popularity after 1950. not 


surprisingly, this trend caught the eye of the american automakers, 

eventually leading them to build their own compact cars. The most 

influential compact model to land on U.S. soil was the now-legendary 

volkswagen Beetle, affectionately nicknamed the “Bug” by a smitten 

american public. 

This Type 151 Cabriolet was produced on March 13, 1959 and was 

delivered to its new owner, Margaret Begly, on March 18. a superlative 

example, it has been thoughtfully maintained throughout its life, as 

it has been treated to only one repaint and had a new top fitted in 

1986. The rest of the car has been very nicely preserved, including the 

original factory chrome strips used on the convertible top. Refinished 

in its original color of white, which complements the original Brick Red 

interior, this vW has traveled a mere 23,430 miles from new and boasts 

a litany of original options and features. 

among those items are the unusual extra map pouch in the passenger- 

manufacturer side door; the Manufacturer rare front vDo seat belts production from the # 1950s; the Robri 

origin fishtail exhaust City, tips; Country a glass flower vase; ID no. a traffic # light viewer, curb 

motor feelers, and motor the original radio with papers; displacement a center cc armrest; and the 

Lamertz power beauty hp rings dated 1959. length mm 


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other original items of note include the “fat” radio antenna, a Kamei 

fuel lever extension, a glove box divider, a glove box pull, a rare 

accessory rubber grip for the emergency brake handle, and the original 

glass. This Beetle also retains its original passenger door accessory 

mirror, factory boot for the top, and large stop light on the rear bumper. 

There are a number of noS items that were acquired and installed over 

the years, including the Petri horn ring, mud flaps, Hazlet tools located 

in the spare tire, and a Drager fuel gauge. It even retains its original 

factory tag on the rear seat, dated March 1959.

This Beetle has been given a full tune-up, with additional service 

to the wheel bearings, suspension, and brakes. It would make a 

wonderful addition to a museum display, or it could be proudly shown 

at volkswagen events and envied for its high level of originality and 

numerous options. 

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A Metallic Iris blue French-delivery car with all corresponding accessories 

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estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

Even though 1960 was the high point in the number of registered 


Kabinenrollers in Germany, at 15,378 cars, the writing was on the 

wall. Production in the early sixties was down to less than 100 per 

month, with complete cars being built for a couple of months, and 

much of the time was spent on producing parts for the worldwide 

servicing of existing vehicles. The Karo was only produced for four 

more years because a variety of other products were keeping the 

plant busy. These included the Mokuli light delivery, the heavier 

Lastenroller, a go-kart, the Kultimax agricultural vehicle, a moped, 

washing machines, and various drink vending machines, all of 

which took the place of the Kabinenroller on the assembly lines. 

The Messerschmitt still had an eager market in France, where new 

cars were still selling well in 1964. This car is one such example, 

being a French-specification, late-model bubble top. It has the 

market-specific, yellow-bulb headlamps with different rims, the 

fender lamps, different mirrors, and the typical French highmounted 

bumper bars, as well as auxiliary direction indicators 

at the rear. The color is original Metallic Iris Blue with a correct, 

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A complete, original example discovered in France and fully restored 

265 1938 Velocar 

estimate: $20,000 - $30,000 


manufacturer charles Mochet production 6,000 (all types) 

origin Puteaux, france id no. n/a 


length 6 ft. 10 in.

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r000 Charles 19XX Mochet Make was a passionate Model believer in minimal transportation. 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

“What isn’t there can’t break,” he would say. His aviation background 


in World War I instilled the values of strength and light weight, and his 

wheeled human-powered vehicles included only what was required to 

propel them forward efficiently and quickly. He was first photographed 

in 1924 piloting one of his three prototype velocars. His pedal-powered 

four-wheeled enclosed cycles would continue to be built for 25 years, 

and he would become France’s best known exponent of this practical 

means of transport for adults. 

In the twenties, the motorcar was still the purview of the wealthy, so the 

cyclecar boom was an attempt to make the motorcar more accessible 

to the general population, who at that point could only aspire to own 

a motorcycle. There existed a gap between the cyclecar, or motorcycle, 

and the bicycle, which Mochet filled with his velocar. Mochet’s early 

vehicles had straight lines and pointed boat-like prows and tails, but 

they soon evolved into a short, rounded nose and clipped tail versions, 

which enclosed its pedaling occupants more 

efficiently. aircraft-grade “Triplex” plywood 

manufacturer was easy to Manufacturer 

work with and, with a simple 

tubular origin frame City, and Country two pedal sets, the ID no. ## 

motor vehicle was extremely motor light. Many were sold, displacement cc 

and power companies hp bought fleets of them. length mm 


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Charles divided one in half and eliminated the bodywork, thereby 

creating the revolutionary recumbent bicycle that set numerous 

records and easily won most of the bicycle races it entered. So many 

that instead of praising its inventor, the bicycle racing association 

banned the recumbent. Charles was despondent, and two years 

later he passed away. His cause was taken up with a passion by 

son Georges Mochet, who along with his mother and uncle, ran the 

business under his father’s name until 1958. Georges continued 

supporting human-powered vehicles into his eighties.

This very complete, original pre-war velocar was found in France and 

was painstakingly restored by the museum. The finish is an authentic 

satin brown, and the interior presents a visual feast with a polished 

black steel frame contrasting with nickel plated hardware and polished 

brass detail. The flat tail was ready to accommodate the fitting of a small 

motor, a common pre-war practice. Even today, the velocar retains a 

distinct charm. It has a delightfully light and delicate feel when pushed 

forward by one finger on its high-pressure bicycle tires, accompanied by 

the sound of its ticking cycle hub. 

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estimate: $15,000 - $20,000 


ets. de construction 

manufacturer générale auto-cycles 

production est. 400 

origin lyon, france id no. 25128 

motor aubier-dunne 1-cyl., 2-stroke displacement 125 cc 



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r000 This delightfully 19XX Make styled little Model roadster was called “la plus belle des 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

motocars” by the press. It emulated a full-size car in miniature, including 


its faux 1939 Ford grille, while keeping proportions correct. 

The parent company, new Map, revived its pre-war “Baby” after the 

war. It was produced by a subsidiary company, which built the car with 

slightly altered chassis and body details compared with the new Map 

Baby. It now had an aubier-Dunne motor. The name Rolux was first used 

on the sales sheets. 

This car is important in that, out of the 60-odd surviving Roluxes in the 

Registry, it is the only one that remains totally original and unrestored. 

It is a vB 58 model, which means a short rounded tail and fenders, no 

opening front hood, a cast windshield frame, a chain drive to a solid 

axle, and a three-spoke steering wheel. one is able to discern details 

that are typically lost in a restoration, such as the Rolux decals on the 

front fender and rear lid, the type of 

windshield knobs, and the correct, 

plain aluminum grille badge. 


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267 1956 Fuldamobil S-6 

estimate: $40,000 - $50,000 


elektromaschinenbau 

manufacturer fulda gmbh 

production 123 

origin fulda, germany id no. 200639 




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r000 Business 19XX was good Make for Karl Model Schmitt, who was building emergency 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

generators, electrical equipment, and slide projectors, but his car sales 


were beginning to take pride of place. He began thinking of expanding 

and streamlining production. The first priority was to acquire additional 

space, and the second was to decrease the excessive amount of handlabor 

in each car. The wooden bodies were built along furniture or 

cabinet-making lines, with hefty ash frames, a plywood covering, and 

heavy sliding plate-glass windows. 

Perhaps an aluminum shell was the answer. Schmitt ordered a new 

body design, and a wood and plaster model was created in short order. 

vDM (United German Metalworks) in Werdohl gave assurances that a 

strong body shell could be constructed by stretching warm, annealed 

sheets over cast-aluminum formers, as long as they were round, 

curved shapes. and round they were—the bulbous, streamlined shape 

successfully reflected the fashion of the day. The chief body constructor, 

Lehnebach, recalled how the sleek, 

rounded Porsche was used as a 

prime inspiration. The separately- 

manufacturer formed nose, Manufacturer roof, and tail sections production # 

origin were then welded City, Country together and, ID no. # 

motor with a plywood motor floor, fitted to the displacement cc 

tube power chassis. hp length mm 


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The prototype S-1, with an oval bull’s-eye rear window located above 

the rear hatch, was built and tested and put into production in the 

spring of 1954. The press received the new shape enthusiastically. nWF 

in Wilhelmshafen took out a license and built 700 S-1s with ILo motors. 

The S-2 was built alongside the “Silver Flea” from the summer of 1954 

for one year. The S-3 had two prototypes with the new Sachs 191-cubic 

centimeter motor. 

a significant change in government regulations reduced the tax 

advantages of three-wheelers. Here was an opportunity for Stevenson to 

improve the Fuldamobil’s handling by adding another wheel. The rear

wheels were six inches narrower than the Isetta’s, making them almost 

a dual-wheel. not only did the car handle better, but its character, 

with the livelier, free-revving motor, felt different. With the new motor 

came an electric reverse. The rear hatch window was somewhat bigger, 

and the wiper was now at the top of the windshield. This example 

was painstakingly restored in its original Hunter Green color by the 

museum. a roll of original plaid fabric from the fifties was sourced for 

the interior, and the car features dual-wipers, triple floor mats, and a 

correct Witte mirror. 

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268 1947 Julien MM5 

estimate: $45,000 - $55,000 


société Études des 

manufacturer automobiles M.a Julien production 200 

origin toulouse, france id no. 52650 

motor Julien 1-cyl., 4-stroke ohv displacement 325 cc 



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r000 Maurice 19XX a. Julien Make was a very Model well qualified engineer, known particularly 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

for his work on the development studies of the Citroën Traction 


avant, which made its debut in 1934. He retired to Toulouse at the 

beginning of the war, but during the occupation, materials, especially 

gasoline, were very severely restricted, and Julien designed and built 

pedal cars as did Georges Mochet with his velocars. In comparison, 

however, Julien’s neocar was stylish and sleek, with its long hood, 

sweeping fender lines, and double kidney grille. It was mechanically 

more sophisticated than the average pedal car, as the front wheels 

were driven by cardan shafts, it employed a limited slip differential, 

and it used a derailleur, which permitted one or two people to pedal at 

different rates. Due consideration was given to the control of vibration. 

The last months of the occupation saw second generation motorized 

versions in circulation. Finally, in 1944, the engineer had ready a much 

more sophisticated car, a coupe, which was close to the one that would 

debut at the 1946 Salon. 

The two Julien cars that appeared 

at the Paris Salon of 1946 were set 

apart from the many other small 

vehicles on offer by the name of 

their distinguished creator. The Type 

vUP, which was recognizable by its 






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open rear wheels and full-width axle, was powered by a flat-twin motor. 

The similar MM5 had narrow, enclosed rear wheels and was powered 

by a single-cylinder motor. Both cars were fitted with sliding windows. 

The vUP would not see production. The following year was taken up 

with dealings with government bureaucracy to receive permission to 

develop the MM5 as a production car. Detail improvements were 

attended to, resulting in better ventilation and braking and a slightly 

enlarged motor—a result of vigorous road testing. 

The car that made its appearance at the Paris Salon of 1947 was a 

beautifully proportioned cabriolet with sensuous curved body lines 

and attractively rounded fenders, which flowed together at the front,

underneath an exquisitely-shaped pointed hood. one could immediately 

see the heritage of the Traction avant in the strong central-welded 

bulkhead structure-cum-windshield frame curving up from the sills. The 

front hood was hinged from this structure below the windshield, and the 

entire rear engine cover hinged upwards from behind the seat, allowing 

unhindered access to the motor and drivetrain. The sliding windows had 

now been replaced by windows hinged at the door-top to fold down 

into the interior of the car and into the doors themselves. 

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Finally, the Julien car shown at the 1948 Salon was actually for sale. at 

200,000 francs, it was the same price as that of his archrival de Rovin’s 

new D3 model. Julien also had on display a tiny van-like station wagon 

capable of carrying a load of 550 pounds. Its harsh, straight lines and 

rudimentary wood-and-masonite bodywork contrasted sharply with the 

sweeping curves of the MM5. Its crude, flat, wooden seats were less 

than inviting, even for a commercial, and the van remained a prototype. 

Julien reorganized his company as la Société 

des automobiles M.a. Julien, now based in 

Paris, had re-entered the microcar market 

with a more modern design. The Julien MM7 

shown at the 1949 Paris Show appeared 

to be a copy of Rovin’s D3. There were the 

same pontoon-shaped, interchangeable 

front and rear fenders. It differed from the 

Rovin in the semicircular side windows, like 

those of the Champion 400 Coupe, and in 

the headlamps built into the front fenders, 

which the D4 would get in 1954. Despite 

this revamping, nothing much would come of 

Julien’s brave final attempt.

This example of the MM5 has been exquisitely restored and is presented 

in burgundy with a tan top and burgundy piping. Its lustrous, deep 

paint is nearly flawless and is complemented by silver disc wheels and 

gorgeous, deep brightwork. Its styled bumpers lead the way for its 

pointed nose, which is complemented by the chromed sweep on the 

side of the body. This Julien MM5 is one of the most attractive of the 

fully restored examples in the collection. 

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269 1963 Goggomobil TL-250 

Transporter “Krispy Kreme” 

estimate: $80,000 - $100,000 



origin dingolfing, germany id no. tBa 

motor glas vertical twin 2-stroke displacement 247 cc 



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estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

The Goggomobil was built by Hans Glas, GmbH, in Dingolfing, 


Germany. originally a manufacturer of agricultural machinery, Glas 

began building the Goggo, a motor scooter, in 1951. From 1955, a 

small sedan called “Goggomobil” was offered, a four-passenger, twodoor 

car with a 15 horsepower two-stroke 250-cubic centimeter engine 

in the rear. a coupe model with a more streamlined roof line was also 

available. Suspension was independent all around, with coil springs 

and swing axles. almost 220,000 sedans and more than 66,000 

coupes were built through 1969. 

Deutsche Bundespost, the German post office, had been using threewheel 

Tempo delivery vans. When the Tempo went out of production, a 

new vehicle was required. Glas then adapted the basic Goggomobil to 

meet the postal specifications, and the Kleintransporter (little van) was 

created. a larger, 398-cubic centimeter 

engine became available, and it was 

used to good effect in later models of 

the van, which also had lower gear 

manufacturer ratios. of 3,665 Manufacturer Kleintransporters built production # 

origin between 1957 City, and Country 1965, 2,000 were ID no. # 

motor taken by Deutsche motor Bundespost. displacement cc 



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outfitted in the livery of Krispy Kreme, the popular american doughnuts, 

this Goggomobil Transporter has been completely restored. 

now an international chain, Krispy Kreme was founded by Paul and 

vernon Rudolph in nashville, Tennessee in 1936. Their signature 

product was a glazed doughnut that was served warm. The Rudolphs, 

uncle and nephew, had purchased a shop in Paducah, Kentucky, along 

with a secret recipe for yeast-raised doughnuts. vernon began selling 

the wares in Paducah on his bicycle. In 1937, they moved the shop to

nashville but stayed on the move, opening a north Carolina shop and 

selling to grocery stores. The distinctive Krispy Kreme logo was designed 

by a local architect, Benny Dinkins. 

The vast expansion of Krispy Kreme began in the 1950s, during which 

the brand became renowned throughout the southeast United States. 

Expansion continued in other regions during the 1960s and ’70s; the 

1990s were characterized by growth into Canada, the first such store 

opening in Mississauga, ontario. The first store outside north america 

was in Sydney, australia. Currently, in addition to the U.S. and Canada, 

Krispy Kreme shops are located in the United Kingdom, australia, 

Lebanon, Turkey, the Dominican Republic, Kuwait, Mexico, Puerto Rico, 

South Korea, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, the Philippines, Japan, 

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China, the United arab Emirates, Qatar, Saudi arabia, Bahrain, and 

Ethiopia. advertising, which had previously been principally word-ofmouth, 

went media-wide in 2006, with television and radio commercials 

featuring heart-shaped doughnuts in a “Share the Love” campaign. 

any product with a long history, a broad reach, and an iconic logo 

breeds a strong collectibles market, and Krispy Kreme is no exception. 

In addition to the usual coffee mugs, ash trays, and even boxer shorts, 

there are miniature trucks with the Krispy Kreme logo, including 1930s 

Chevrolets and ’50s Step-vans. What could be more collectible than a 

Krispy Kreme Goggomobil—in full size?

a fresh restoration from the Bruce Weiner facility, this Goggomobil van 

is painted red with a white top. With grey seating and interior panels, it 

is immaculate and nicely set off with 10-inch whitewall tires. This Krispy 

Kreme Goggomobil represents a chance to acquire the ultimate Krispy 

Kreme collectible. 

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r000 Having 19XX completed Make his Kabinenroller Model prototype in the summer of 1952, 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

Fritz Fend set about test-driving the car by driving it to the top of the 


Gross-Glockner pass in the nearby alps. Willy Messerschmitt had a 

great deal of experience in the techniques of mass-production, and he 

immediately saw that the prototype cabin scooter was not yet ready in a 

number of areas, including the multi-part Plexiglas dome hand-rivetted 

together with metal strips. Press-tools would have to be secured for the 

body panels, and even the blueprints needed overhauling. a dozen 

people from Messerschmitt’s technical department were dispatched to 

assist in the overhaul. 

Production began in the Hall Three in 

the Regensburg works in February 1953. 

as most of the parts were bought-out, 

construction consisted largely of assembly 

work. Sachs supplied the motors, domes 

came from several firms, and body panels 

were stamped shapes from Presswerk 

Bellino. Flat side panels were done in- 

manufacturer house, as was Manufacturer the paintwork. 


The early first series was easily recognized, 

with its metal windshield surround carried 

over from the prototype and its shallow tail 




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coming almost to a point. The twist grip throttle was on the left side of 

the chrome handlebar, the shift lever with its integral clutch on the right, 

and the neutral selector was on the handlebar as well. Starting was via 

a foot pedal in the nose, or a by direct kick lever in the tail. Windshield 

wiper operation was by finger-pull via cable. There was no reverse. 

Some 70 improvements were made over the course of 1953, 

contributed by a combination of Fend’s design office in Rosenheim, the 

factory in Regensburg, the experimental department in augsburg, and 

the Messerschmitt Technical Bureau in Munich. The first to go was the 

automatic clutch, which did not come off well in practice. The complex

engine subframe was replaced by a swing-arm of sorts, and rubber 

buffers were used on all corners. The dome was now by Kopperschmidt. 

By serial number 3500 in 1954, the tail cover was deeper, the chain 

was enclosed, and a mechanical reverse was available. The rear seat 

was changed from a single to a full-width one. Two-tone paint, a heater, 

and interior trim panels would later be offered. 

This fully restored car is an example of a late first series model, still 

with the single rear seat. It features original tan seat upholstery, nicely 

complementing its white exterior, a rare clock, and a highly sought-after 

WeltFunk autosuper radio. This is certainly a handsome and classic 

example in all respects. 

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An exceptionally rare and elegant roadster discovered in France 

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271 1951 Atlas Babycar 

estimate: $45,000 - $55,000 


manufacturer société industrielle de livry production very limited 

origin Paris, france id no. fh297 

motor aMc 1-cyl., 4-stroke displacement 175 cc 

power 8.5 hp length 9 ft. 


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r000 The Societe 19XX Industrielle Make de Model Livry (S.I.L.) was a specialist in the limited 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

production of ultra-economical vehicles, but their products were rarely 


seen outside of France. There appears to be a curious relationship 

between the Sofravel “Coccinelle” (Ladybird) shown at the 1948 and 

1949 Paris Salons by the Société annonay Sofravel and the atlas first 

shown by S.I.L. in 1949, also at first called “Coccinelle,” and they bore 

a striking resemblance to each other in terms of their roadster shape 

with rounded bulbous fenders. Interestingly, the neighbouring stand to 

Sofravel was that of Duriez, a firm involved in converting war surplus 

american trucks and designing four-speed gearboxes for the 2Cv 

Citroën, who were then contracted to build the atlas for S.I.L. 

The design of the atlas changed in detail over the first year or so. The 

windshield shape, grille casting, seat cushion type, and headlamp height 

were adjusted, and the addition of 

doors was a wise addition to suit 

its largely female demographic. 

Early in its development, the name 

had been changed to “Babycar.” 

manufacturer Surprisingly, Manufacturer the very attractive production # 

origin compound-curved City, Country shapes were ID no. # 

motor rendered entirely motor in steel by the displacement cc 

skilled power craftsmen hp at Duriez. 

length mm 


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The S.I.L. chassis was a very well-engineered design, being of strong 

tubular construction with a-arm and coil spring front suspension, 

triangular trailing arms at the rear, rack-and-pinion steering, and cable 

brakes to all wheels. Several motors in different sizes were offered, 

including a 125, a 150, a 175, and even a 250-cubic centimeter 

electric start ILo, but the familiar 175-cubic centimeter aMC unit 

was eventually settled upon. To circumvent the need for an expensive 

differential, the motor drove only the left rear wheel via a cardan shaft

to a cable-operated separate gear case incorporating a reverse gear 

(which was not necessarily available on many of the small scooter-type 

motors used by other voiturettes). Starting was via a floor-mounted pulllever 

in the cabin. Wheels were attractive two-piece aluminum castings. 

In fact, the makers were so pleased with their chassis that they decided 

the basic design could be used as the platform for three different 

small cars placed at different price points. This was an idea that 

had previously been put forth by the keen cyclecar advocates in the 

press. The atlas would be the most expensive at 245,000 francs. The 

Kover, introduced in 1950, was at an intermediate level at 215,000 

francs, and the bare-bones Le Piaf, introduced in 1951 at 200,000 

francs, would be the most economical. The Kover eschewed the atlas’ 

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doors, folding windshield, inbuilt headlamps, and baroque grille and 

headlamp alloy castings for a substantial price reduction. The Le Piaf 

(Sparrow) was an ultra-minimal runabout very much along the lines 

of the voisin Biscooter. These striking vehicles, with their flat alloy 

panelwork with completely open sides, their steeply raked windshields, 

and their canvas hammock-type seats provided plein air motoring for 

those with the thinnest of purses, but they also conversely suited the 

glittering beach resorts of the Côte d’azur. Despite the three-pronged 

approach, sales did not materialize to any great extent, and S.I.L. was 

not heard from at the 1953 Salon.

This car was found in original condition in France, but its exceptional 

rarity and elegant roadster lines made a thorough and accurate 

restoration imperative. Reference material from the post-war French 

press was in scarce supply, and much use was made of the jeweler’s 

loupe in studying the period photographs. Fabrication of the ornate 

alloy grille castings was particularly trying. a poignant statement about 

the scarcity of materials of the time was the discovery of one franc coins 

being used in place of steel flat washers on the atlas’ steering arms. a 

remarkable microcar indicative of the times in which it was born! 

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Former factory display piece 

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272 1970 HONDA N600 

estimate: $15,000 - $20,000 


manufacturer honda Motor co. ltd. production 276,884 (all models) 

origin tokyo, Japan id no. 1027328 

motor 2-cyl., 4-stroke, ohc, air-cooled displacement 589 cc 



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r000 The Honda 19XX n600 Make was developed Model in parallel with the n360, which 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

was a “kei” car and fitted into the home market tax legislation, 


limiting displacement to 360 cubic centimeters and the length to 10 

feet. The 360 was a Honda CB450 motorcycle engine with reduced 

displacement. The 600 was built for export markets that demanded 

higher top speeds. The “n” prefix stands for norimono, or vehicle. 

The technological development of the 600 engine was influenced by 

Honda’s air-cooled, full-size sedan, the 1300. Soichiro Honda believed 

that “since water-cooled engines eventually use air to cool the water, we 

can implement air cooling from the very beginning.” 

The n600 was introduced in 1969. It was technologically advanced for 

its time, with an all-alloy engine that could spin to 9,000 rpm, making 

the little sedan capable of 80 mph. It delivered very peppy performance 

because of its light weight (1,350 pounds), due to compact dimensions 

and some plastic parts, like the tailgate. a four speed manual was 

standard, while a Hondamatic was optional. 

manufacturer This particular Manufacturer n600 was formerly owned production by Honda, # as we understand 

origin it remained on City, display Country at the company’s distribution ID no. center # in the United 

motor States, where motor its condition was preserved, displacement and it continues cc to present to 

factory power specifications. hp length mm 


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The famous three-wheel truck ever so popular in Japan 

273 1960 Mazda K360 

estimate: $15,000 - $20,000 


manufacturer toyo Kogyo co. ltd production 280,000 

origin hiroshima, Japan id no. 1054 

motor Mazda 2-cyl., 4-stroke displacement 356 cc 



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r000 The three-wheeled 19XX Make small truck Model has been in development in Japan 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

since the twenties, as it was ideally suited to the narrow and steep 


roads of that country, and it has grown to become the quintessential 

Japanese commercial vehicle, with millions produced by virtually every 

manufacturer. The Daihatsu Midget, the Mitsubishi Pet, the Humbee, 

the Cony, the Giant, and the Kurogane three-wheelers were already 

being built in a bewildering variety of body styles in 1959, when the 

Mazda made its first appearance. 

The name was derived from the Toyo Cork Kogyo’s (Eastern Cork 

Industries) first president in the twenties, a Mr. Matsuda, pronounced 

“Mahtsda,” and the Zoroastrian Lord of Light, called Mazda. 

These little K360 midget trucks were the result of extensive development 

work on independent dual mechanical and hydraulic brake systems, 

and it boasted a “self-starting” motor, a safety glass windshield, a 

steering wheel instead of handlebars, and a spacious two-place 

drivers’ cabin with large doors and sliding windows. ventilation was 

looked after by four opening vent doors. The motor was situated 

low manufacturer behind Manufacturer 

the cab, giving excellent handling. The K360 was the 

smallest origin in Mazda’s City, Country lineup of 6 three-wheeler ID no. trucks. ## It would remain 

in motor production motor until 1969, and this K360 displacement is a particularly cc delightful, 

correctly power presented hp example. 

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A rarer alternative to the Reliant Robin 

274 1972 Bond Bug 700E 

estimate: $15,000 - $20,000 


manufacturer reliant cars production 2,276 

origin tamworth, england id no. 8861705 

motor reliant 4-cyl., 4-stroke, ohv displacement 701 cc 



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r000 The Bond 19XX Bug three-wheeler Make Model symbolized the youthful exuberance of the 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

late sixties and early seventies. a cultural revolution was occurring, and 


the youth market was the driving force of the times. The Bond Bug 

was aimed squarely at this 18–25 demographic, with a special finance 

scheme to assist younger buyers. 

The Reliant Company, founded in 1935, had designer Tom Karen of 

ogle Studios submit a number of drawings of bold, futuristic designs 

for a “fun car” concept. The 1969 acquisition of Bond Cars lent a new 

momentum to the project. The resulting three-wheeler was a striking 

aerodynamic wedge shape, it had an aircraft-style lifting canopy, 

it was available only in a bright tangerine orange, and it sported 

unconventional high tech black graphics and aircraft-style instruction 

decals indicating tire pressure and other vital information. It turned 

heads wherever it went. Technically a motorcycle, it was not allowed 

at the Motor Show, but Reliant scored a publicity coup by building a 

special body, joined back to back, and displaying it as a “four-wheeler.” 

although there was still a demand for the Bug, 

manufacturer it was superseded Manufacturer by the more commercially 

viable Reliant Robin. This particular car was 

restored in England during the 1990s and 

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A microcar offered as a factory kit, here with a larger motor 

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275 1959 Opperman Unicar 

estimate: $15,000 - $20,000 


manufacturer s.e. opperman ltd. production 200 

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r000 S.E opperman 19XX Make was a very Model long-established general engineering 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

firm, and it moved to Stirling Corner, Boreham Wood in 1940. Their 


opperman Motocart, a small three-wheeled tractor for farm and factory 

use, was a great success and was produced from 1949 to 1961. 

The firm was fully occupied with a bewildering variety of engineering 

projects, and not surprisingly, they noted the growing interest in 

microcars. They entered this competitive field at the 1956 London 

Motor Show with the Unicar, where it was the cheapest car at the 

show. Being a four-wheeler, however, it required payment of the full 

road fund license, unlike its three-wheeled competitors who paid only 

half. In order to reduce the price, it was offered as a kit by the factory, 

avoiding the purchase tax. Design credits are alternately given to 

Lawrie Bond, or more authoritatively to George Trolley. There was no 

bonnet or boot lid, and the basic child seats in the rear were located 

on either side of the engine hatch. The early models were powered 

by a British anzani motor of 322 cubic centimeters, making 15 

horsepower, but late cars, like this Model T, had the bigger motor. Two 

attractive but ill-fated opperman Stirling prototypes followed in 1958. 

manufacturer This example Manufacturer presents as an older restoration production in red # with a cream 

origin roof and wheels. City, Country The minimalist attributes ID no. that helped # it compete in 

motor price point are motor embodied by its lack of displacement ornamental cc brightwork and 

complicated power hp shapes in the body panels. length mm 


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An English microcar with Michelotti styling 

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276 1959 Frisky Family Three 

estimate: $15,000 - $20,000 


manufacturer frisky cars (1959) ltd. production 1,500 (all types) 

origin wolverhampton, england id no. 197 cc 

motor villiers 1-cyl., 2-stroke displacement 20487 



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r000 Captain 19XX Raymond Make Flower, a Model former racing driver, along with his two 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

brothers and a design engineer from Kieft, Gordon Bedson, were 


involved in several automotive projects under the name of Phoenix, in 

Cairo, Egypt. These came to naught with the overthrow of King Farouk 

and the resulting Suez Crisis, so the brothers returned to England. 

Their idea of a small, economical car for every man took root with the 

established firm of Henry Meadows (vehicles) Ltd. Bedson worked with 

the Meadows designer to create a small car nicknamed the Bug, which 

was somewhat less than attractive. 

Meanwhile, the coachbuilding firm of vignale in Turin was contacted to 

design the production car body, and their designer, Giovanni Michelotti, 

came up with a very advanced, attractive gullwing design, which went 

straight onto the stand of the February 1957 Geneva Motor Show. It 

was very well received, but it would be too expensive to produce, so 

the car was redesigned, again 

by Michelotti, for the 1957 

Earls Court Show in october. 

Two models were on display on 

manufacturer the Meadows Manufacturer Frisky stand, the production # 

origin open-top Friskysport, City, Country and the ID no. # 

motor coupe, which motor was not yet ready displacement cc 

for power production. hp The Friskysport length mm 

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tailfins, Dubonnet front suspension that turned with the wheels, and 

a villiers twin of 324 cubic centimeters, which actually did provide a 

sporty performance. The Friskysport entered production in March 1958, 

with early cars distinguished by a removable tail section. 

In 1958, there were Frisky entries in a number of sporting events, as well 

as intensive design work on three new models by Bedson and Peckmore. 

Car production, still at Meadows, was now in the hands of Henry Stone, 

of the Marston Group, as Frisky Cars Ltd. The 1958 Earls Court Motor 

Show saw the sport and coupe, alongside the new Frisky Family Three 

and the spectacular Frisky Sprint. australia’s Harold Lightburn was so 

impressed that he headhunted Bedson and Peckmore.

The Frisky Family Three, of which this is an example, became available 

in January 1959, and it featured a new body shell and a revised chassis 

derived from the Friskysport. The Dubonnet front suspension was 

replaced by an a-arm and coil-over-shock type. The reliable villiers 

197 cubic centimeter came with an electrical reverse, which rotated 

the motor in the opposite direction. Wipac electrics were replaced by 

Lucas, and production of this most popular model continued until July 

1959. The fine Frisky Family Three presented here was nicely restored in 

England. The attractive contrast of the white mid-body against the yellow 

roof and lower body provide a rather sporting, energetic presentation. 

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277 1967 Solyto Break Camping 

estimate: $10,000 - $15,000 


manufacturer les equipements electriques production 4,000 


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r000 The Solyto 19XX utility truck Make had been Model built at the sheet metal division of new 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

Map since 1952; this division was called the Société LYonnaise de 


Tolérie, hence the odd name. Motorcycle production was cancelled in 

1959, leaving the Solyto as the sole carrier of the once grand motorcycle 

firm whose origins dated back to the twenties. Mr. Castellano, father of 

the Solyto, retired and Joseph Spalek replaced him. 

The Ydral motor, named using the designer’s name spelled backwards, 

was replaced by an Ultima, and a remarkable automatic transmission 

was designed for it by Spalek. Later, he also designed his own motor 

and soon fitted it with an electric starter. In 1963, the company was 

making phone boxes for Kv, and the two companies soon combined. In 

1965, the Solyto was fitted with CDI electronic ignition. The only other 

users of CDI in the industry were Formula 1. 

By 1971, the Solyto was being sold as the TC-8 model 

by Kv. It was offered in three body styles: a canvas-back 

Fourgonette Bachée, a metal back Fourgonette Tolée, 

and a rarely seen Break Camping with four windows 

in manufacturer the rear Manufacturer compartment, like the example production offered # 

here, origin which City, has Country been sympathetically maintained ID no. but # 

is motor amazingly motor complete. It would deservedly displacement make an cc 

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Wearing German market-only double headlamps 

278 1963 Vespa Ape 

estimate: $5,000 - $10,000 


manufacturer Piaggio spa 

origin Pontedera, italy id no. 34060 

motor Piaggio 1-cyl., 2-stroke displacement 145.5 cc 



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r000 vehicle, 19XX a light transport Make for the Model working man, alongside his revolutionary 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

personal transport, the vespa scooter. He commissioned his talented and 


creative engineer Corradino D’ascanio to once again come up with a 

solution. It would be named after the wasp’s working cousin the bee, or ape. 

The first version came out in 1948 and was essentially an open 125-cubic 

centimeter vespa scooter with a two-wheeled, hydraulically-braked 

chassis in place of the rear wheel. any number of body structures could 

be erected on it, but the most iconic was the Beachwood and masoniteframed 

Giardinetta. The model “B” followed with a 150-cubic centimeter 

motor. The year 1956 saw the launch of Piaggio’s most successful and 

long-lived model, the classic model “C.” The entire structure was now in 

metal, and a cab, or half-cab, with a car-like bench seat was introduced. 

There was now a reverse gear, wiper, front-mounted fuel tank, and 

electric starter. Payload rose to a useful 770 pounds. The ape’s incredible 

adaptability to design variations remained, and the initial eight rose to 20 

different body styles by 1958. 

The example presented here is a 

full-cabin, manufacturer full-box Manufacturer tipper with the 

double headlamps only seen on 

the German versions. as such, 

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279 1956 Lloyd LS 400 Kombi 

estimate: $20,000 - $25,000 


manufacturer lloyd Motorenwerke gmbh production 106,200 

origin Bremen, germany id no. 256608 

motor Borgward 2-cyl., 2-stroke displacement 386 cc 



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r000 The Lloyd 19XX 400 Make continued Model to be built in limousine and kombi, for 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

Kombinationswagen, or station wagon, form, but the LC 300 two-seater 


coupe was replaced by a four-seater cabriolet, the LC 400, with fixed 

side windows and a folding canvas roof. 

The fabric-bodied Lloyd had been affectionately nicknamed the 

“Leukoplast Bomber,” from the common habit of repairing vinyl tears with 

Band-aids. By october 1954, the conversion to an all-steel body shell 

was complete, including a steel roof pressing, and the car finally had 

a uniform paint shine all over. Interestingly, the car was not painted as 

a unit, as is universal practice now. Instead, the individual steel panels 

were lacquered separately and carefully screwed to the wood frame one 

at a time. The kombi answered a shortcoming of all the limousines: the 

lack of an opening trunk lid. The spare wheel and the luggage being 

carried in the trunk space were only accessible from inside the car, by 

folding down the seat backs. For the kombi, the body structure was not 

substantially changed, apart from a squared off roof extension and the 

welcome addition of a rear door. This 

example has been expertly restored 

manufacturer and is liveried Manufacturer in a lovely grey with dark production # 

origin grey wheels. City, The brightwork Country appears to ID no. # 

motor be in excellent motor order, with consistent fit, displacement cc 

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A delightfully original, one-off runabout 

280 1954 Cuno Bistram 

estimate: $15,000 - $25,000 


manufacturer cuno Bistram production 1 

origin hamburg, germany id no. thP3029 

motor ilo 1-cyl., 2-stroke displacement 150 cc 



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estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

This highly original Cuno Bistram was a very well-constructed 


one-off from Hamburg. The name is the designer/constructor’s, 

about whom little is known, apart from the fact that the Bistram 

family was influential and well-known in Hamburg. He must have 

been a capable engineer, as the quality of workmanship is very 

high, both in the level of design and the superb metalworking 

skills in evidence. 

The car takes the form of a monoposto racing car, but it was, 

apparently, simply intended as a personal runabout, built simply for 

the joy of building it rather than to some specific purpose. 

The complex sliding pillar suspension and beautifully-shaped 

custom fuel tank fitting into the compound-curved tail are examples 

of the fine craftsmanship seen throughout. Bistram followed the 

principle of weglassen, meaning “leave it off if it’s not necessary.” 

This extends to the leaving-off of a starter motor. Starting means 

turning the ignition on, lifting the tail cover to tickle the carb, and 

giving the kick lever on the outside left rear a dab. The motor 

lights up easily, and one is soon enjoying the passing scenery 

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A mechanically sophisticated and rare four-stroke French microcar 

281 1947 Rovin D2 

estimate: $30,000 - $40,000 


manufacturer Éts. robert de rovin production 200 

origin saint-denis, seine, france id no. 0419 

motor rovin 2-cyl., 4-stroke displacement 425 cc 



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r000 of the 19XX large number Make of French Model microcars produced after the war, some 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

more and some less viable, the Rovin would distinguish itself as the 


longest-lasting, due to a combination of attractive, stylish coachwork, 

solid engineering, and a steady output of vehicles. Robert Rovin and 

his brother Raoul both believed passionately in the idea of the cyclecar, 

and their 1927 Monocar Rovin 500 was considered to be one of the 

best sports models of the time. They continued to work in their Paris 

studio during the war, and despite the occupation and its restrictions, 

they had a rolling prototype by 1945. Three pre-production examples 

were on display at the Paris Salon of 1946, which laid the groundwork 

for the following models. The D1 was very similar to its successor in 

the delightful pedal-car appearance of its bodywork, but there was 

only a single Cyclops headlight, and it was powered by a one-cylinder 

260-cubic centimeter air-cooled motor. It garnered much interest, 

enough for the brothers to move ahead with serious production plans. 

This took the form of buying a majority share in 

the ancient Delaunay-Belleville firm, making space 

available in their 750,000 square foot factory. 

manufacturer From here would Manufacturer come the production version, the 

D2. The Paris Salon of 1947 saw six Rovin cars 

under the Delaunay-Belleville banner suspended 

above. The car was looked at very seriously by a 





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population in a period of recovery, as well as by their government, who 

approved this type of vehicle as a viable direction for French industry. 

The D2’s attractive, doorless roadster shape made economical use 

of materials, forming curved fender shapes from flat sheet metal 

without large stamping presses, as did the Rolux. There were now two 

headlamps, the monocoque body was a little longer, and the new 

motor was a fine piece of engineering, a cut above the typical scooter 

two-stroke. It was a proper car-like water-cooled flat-twin with a

three-speed gearbox-cum-differential forming a compact unit, which 

drove the rear wheels by chain. The radiator sat ahead of the motor 

in typical French style. Independent suspension was by transverse leaf 

springs in the front and coil springs at the rear. 

The Rovin D2 is a particularly rare and sought-after microcar today. This 

particular car came from a collection in Europe and was at one point 

in its life traded for what is now the most valuable microcar, an FMR Tg 

500 Tiger, attesting to its rarity and desirability. 

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r000 one of 19XX the distinctive Make features Model of the Messerschmitt Kabinenroller 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

was its ability to reverse as fast as it went forward. This was because 


there was no reverse gear, per se. The engine was merely stopped 

and then restarted with counter-rotation. The mechanism for this was 

called Dynastart, a starter-generator supplied by SIBa Elektrik GmbH. 

Dynastart was an efficient way to provide full electric starting capability 

on a small vehicle, and it became quite popular on microcars and 

scooters. Reverse-starting the engine involved stopping the engine, 

pushing in the key to the reverse position, and starting the motor in the 

opposite direction. The key activated a second set of points that were 

timed differently than the forward points so that they would throw the 

crank past Top Dead Center in the other direction. 

Many detail design changes were made to the Kabinenroller in the late- 

1950s to reduce the cost and improve the efficiency of production. 

There were no more exterior two-tones, but a 

range of metallic paints was introduced. The 

interior trim was simplified, and the polished 

wood strips were eliminated. Color-matched 

manufacturer interior paint Manufacturer was reduced to one scheme production # 

origin common to City, all exterior Country colors: a grey ID primer no. # 

motor with black paint motor in visible areas only. The displacement radio cc 

hole power was phased hp out. The dashboard length layout mm 


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was redesigned yet again, with an Isetta-style lighting switch and toggle 

blinker switch. The heater hose now ran forward along the floor under 

the trim panel. 

The rear swing-arm chaincase had been redesigned at chassis number 

65,186. The change to Bosch Dynastart electrics at chassis number 

68,494, with its corresponding larger crankshaft, was necessary, as 

Bosch had bought out Dynastart supplier SIBa in 1957. other, later 

changes involved suspension bushings, wheel stud diameters, the cabin 

leather strap being changed to fabric, and finally, the T-handle was 

changed to an easier-to-use “L” shape.

This car features a side-mounted accessory luggage rack. a clever 

design, it had been available since the earliest days of the KR 175 and 

was oft adapted to the KR 200. a rear-mounted rack is also installed, 

doubling the luggage capacity. It is also optioned with a rare set of 

accessory ventilator wings, which direct air into the cockpit. 

a largely original car, this Kabinenroller presents well, its white paint 

showing just a bit of surface rust bleeding. Its brightwork is generally 

very good, with just a few blemishes showing. The interior is red with 

white piping, exhibiting no significant wear, and the dashboard has both 

a clock and metric speedometer. The engine is clean, but it shows age 

and is not detailed. overall, it is an honest, original, and desirable 

example of the KR 200. 

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Higher horsepower 600D specification with seating for six 

283 1960 Fiat Multipla 

estimate: $50,000 - $60,000 


manufacturer fiat spa production 243,000 

origin turin, italy id no. 100d108083570 

motor fiat 4-cyl., 4-stroke displacement 767 cc 



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r000 The ground-breaking 19XX Make Fiat Model Multipla has been called the ultimate 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

expression of Dante Giacosa’s genius. 


as the 600 sedan was the intended replacement for the Fiat 500 Topolino, 

Giacosa knew he would be questioned by management about a station 

wagon version of the new car, this variant having had much success as 

the beloved “woody” model of the Topolino, known as the Belvedere. He 

knew that with the 600’s rear engine water-cooled layout, a conventional 

square back-with-tailgate was not possible. and the tail, with its sheet 

metal, had to be left unchanged; otherwise, it could not be called a 

derivative of the 600 sedan. So he moved the driver over the front wheels 

and built a mock-up to test the ease of entry, which was then deemed to 

be acceptable. The two, large side doors were a satisfactory substitute 

for the missing tailgate. other differences from the sedan would include, 

besides the startling flat-fronted “unibox” design, an auxiliary radiator up 

front, wishbone and coil front suspension, different gear ratios, wormand-roller 

steering, a slightly larger fuel tank, and interior lighting. 

It was a novel concept—the mixed-use 

manufacturer station wagon. Manufacturer Called Multipla “all-Service” 

in the literature, the idea was to multiply the 

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The multi-place seating was made very flexible through a combination 

of folding seats. Three versions were available. The four/five-seater, 

which had two bench seats that folded to make a bed; the six-seater, 

which had a front bench and four separate seats that individually folded 

into the floor to make a large, perfectly flat, metal loading surface; and 

the taxi version, which had a single front seat with a luggage platform 

up front, separate folding seats in the middle, and a bench seat in the 

back, together with a division.

The spacious doors with roll-up windows at the front and sliding windows 

at the rear open in both directions, being hinged on a common “B” 

pillar. The spare wheel is located in the front dashboard. This car is built 

to the 600D specification, meaning that it has the larger displacement 

motor that makes 32 SaE horsepower, larger brake cylinders, and a 

pancake air cleaner. It has a remarkable load-carrying capacity of one 

person plus 882 pounds, or six people plus 132 pounds. The example 

presented here was fully restored by the museum, and the color scheme 

is a deliberate departure from the stock Multipla’s sombre range of 

mostly dark shades. 

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Fully restored with a striking teardrop design by 

the founder of the Ecurie France racing team 

284 1956 Paul Vallée 

estimate: $45,000 - $55,000 


manufacturer s.i.c.r.a.f. production 200 

origin Blois, france id no. 1203 




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r000 Paul vallée 19XX was a Make wealthy industrialist Model with a complex and interesting 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

personality. He could anticipate novel ideas before others, yet he did 


not carry them through in practical terms. He ran a successful transport 

business, married into wealth, and opened a mechanical shop called 

S.I.C.R.a.F. (Société Industrielle de Constructions et de Réparation des 

automobiles Francaises). He founded and ran a successful Grand Prix 

team, the Écurie France, which fielded the magnificent Talbot-Lago T26 

racing cars driven by legendary drivers like Louis Chiron. However, he 

regarded the Grand Prix team not as an end in itself, but as a way of 

promoting his other businesses, scooters included. 

vallée had anticipated the widespread need for a scooter during the 

post-war recovery period very early on, but it was overtaken by vespa 

and Lambretta, who took the idea a great deal further. The Paul vallée 

scooter won enthusiastic praise for its superb finish and its highly original 

large-diameter telescopic front fork. It was premature praise though, as 

the scooter proved somewhat unstable on 

the road. The problem was eliminated by 

replacing the fork with a two-wheeled load 

manufacturer platform, and Manufacturer the iconic Paul vallée Triporteur production # 

origin was built in the City, large Country quantity of about 5,000 ID no. # 

motor examples; it motor was seemingly seen scuttling displacement cc 

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vallée’s disbanded racing team’s heritage resurfaced at the Paris Salon of 

1952, where he displayed a small, very streamlined monoposto “racer” 

with a Brooklands-style windscreen. The chassis and motor were none 

other than the Triporteur 175, clothed in a sensational steel body by Paul 

née. Performance approaching 100 km/h was promised. also on the 

stand were studies for a two-seater version with a bench seat and full-width 

windscreen, which would serve to lay the groundwork for the next project.

This appeared at the Paris Salon of 1955 in the form of the Paul vallée 

Chantecler, a three-wheeler with a streamlined teardrop fiberglass body 

tapering to a pointed tail. The bench seat was wide and comfortable, 

the low sides and D-shaped steering wheel offering easy entrance. 

The windshield was of very solid construction with sturdy posts, which 

supported a convertible top and side screens. Conventional folding 

top bows were eschewed in favour of a highly original T-shaped single 

fiberglass bow, which retracted into the body. Flat spring-steel bumpers 

in the front and rear were a useful addition to what was intended as 

an urban runabout. one sometimes sees reference to the Triporteur’s 

frame being used for the Chantecler, but the museum example refutes 

this, as it was built with a conventional square-tube ladder frame with 

angled swing arms and niemann rubber rings for suspension. It has 

been fully and professionally restored, and it is beautifully presented. 

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Curiously, an almost identical car also 

appeared at the 1955 show, called 

the PB, for Pierre Brissonet, but it 

was not seen again. Ydral motors 

of 125 cubic centimeters (no 

license required) and 175 cubic 

centimeters (conventional 

license) were to choice. 

The car also featured 

the rare Westinghouse 

“Gyrostarter,” an inertial 

starter system similar to 

that used on helicopters. 

a lever in the cockpit is 

raised and held up for at 

least 10 seconds while the 

starter spins up to speed 

with a whining sound rising 

in pitch. The lever is dropped, 

imparting the flywheel’s energy 

to the motor via a clutch. It makes 

for an interesting public display.

Chantecler is a rooster’s name in a popular fable of the time that 

involved animal characters. It refers back to Écurie France, which 

used a rooster emblem, and it was also on the badge of the 1952 

“racer.” The scooter’s relative failure in the marketplace was far from 

a devastating loss to Mr. vallée. He simply shrugged and moved on, 

buying into ownership of a large Rolls-Royce and Ferrari dealership. 

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285 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia 

Type 34 Coupe 

estimate: $20,000 - $30,000 


manufacturer volkswagenwerk a.g. production 42,505 


motor air-cooled, flat 4-cyl. displacement 1,493 cc 



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estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

The volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is best known in the United States for 


its slinky Type 14, introduced on the Beetle chassis in 1956 and built 

successfully for 18 years. There was another Karmann-Ghia, however, 

the 1500, first introduced in 1962 and produced until 1967. 

This model was, of course, also designed by Italian coachbuilder Ghia 

and handsomely constructed by German coachbuilder Karmann, 

the firm also responsible for the Beetle convertibles. However, it was 

based upon volkswagen’s newer 1500 platform, with an enlarged, 

nearly 1,500-cubic centimeter version of the Beetle’s air-cooled four 

on a chassis roughly four inches longer, and its styling was all its own. 

The body design incorporated a glassy greenhouse with an extremely 

slender roofline and door pillars and creases in the body that wrapped 

around to both ends of the car and dropped down to the bumpers, 

forming creases over the head and tail lamps. The interior was typically 

Karmann, which is to say that it is cozy and well-tailored, with comfy 

armchair-like bucket seats and elegant appointments. 

manufacturer american buyers Manufacturer missed out on the 1500 production Karmann-Ghia, # at least 

origin officially; it was City, never Country offered by volkswagen ID no. in the United # States market. 

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were brought stateside later in life by interested private parties. They 

remain considerably rarer than the Type 14, with only a few hundred 

known to be in the U.S. today. 

The fun with a Karmann-Ghia is in the driving, and the Bruce Weiner 

Microcar Collection’s car is ideal for such purposes. It is an honest 

original car, unmolested save an older repaint, and nicely preserved for 

runs around town or zipping out to dinner with three friends at the local 

biergarten. Its style is distinctive and, as with many of Mr. Weiner’s cars, 

its potential for fun is limitless. 

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An elegant, highly evolved French microcar 

286 1953 Mochet CM-125 Grand Luxe 

estimate: $25,000 - $35,000 


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r000 By late-1952, 19XX it was Make clear that Model France was finally experiencing a recovery 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

from the convulsions of the Second World War. It had taken the bold 


step of creating the European Coal and Steel Community in partnership 

with Germany, which presaged today’s EU. This newfound prosperity 

and optimism was reflected in the 1952 Paris Salon, which presented 

the cars of 100 makers, most of which displayed a dazzling array of 

the sleek, new integrated-fender body styles, from Rovin’s frugal D4 to 

Bugatti’s three million franc Type 101. 

This prosperity did not necessarily extend deep into the villages of the 

rural countryside, where the minimalist vehicles of Georges Mochet 

still perfectly suited the lifestyle of doctors, priests, tradesmen, and 

farmers. The iconic pedal-powered velocar had evolved into the 

motorized Type K, which had become the classic Mochet CM-125 

and was selling briskly enough, but it was clear that the range needed 

expanding to meet changing needs. 

The fall of 1952 saw the introduction of two new Mochet models that 

sold alongside the CM-125 Luxe. These were a Camionette, or mini- 

manufacturer truck, called Manufacturer the CM-125 Commerciale production and an attractive # pontoon- 

origin bodied roadster City, Country called the CM-125 Grand ID no. Luxe, which # fitted more 

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The Grand Luxe, like the Commerciale, was slightly longer than the 

Luxe, which allowed for a sleeker, more sporting body style. The chassis 

was the same for all three models, so the new doorless body, built by 

pre-war coachbuilder antem, originally sat on the same spidery wire 

wheels as the Luxe, giving the car a distinctive yet appealing pedal-car 

look. These wheels would soon be replaced by the solid, perforated 

disc-type, and the car would acquire a pair of doors. It featured 

headlamps built into the integrated fenders. a pleasingly shaped grille 

included polished aluminum slats, and it was framed on both sides by 

short aluminum bumperettes. There was a well-proportioned, tapering 

two-piece windshield, and the stylish flip-top cap for the fuel tank was 

centrally situated in front of it.

Mechanically, the car retained the same chassis as on previous models, 

with the Zurcher motor suspended on two quarter-elliptic leaf springs 

and started by a hand lever in the cockpit. There were three speeds and 

a neutral position on the centrally-placed gear lever. This well-restored 

example has been finished in a deep black, which exhibits a wonderful 

shine, and it is complemented by equally refinished brightwork. The 

dark hue is complemented by cream perforated disc wheels and a 

nicely fitted tan top. 

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An extraordinary, war-era, electric “Light City Car” 

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287 1942 Peugeot VLV 

estimate: $30,000 - $40,000 


manufacturer s.a. des automobiles Peugeot 

origin Paris, france id no. 955373 

motor safi gl 9 electric production 377 

power 1.3–3.5 hp length 8 ft. 9 in. 


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r000 It is inconceivable 19XX Make from a Model modern viewpoint as to how difficult the 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

years of the German occupation of France were in the years 1940 to 


1945. Gasoline was forbidden from the outset, as were rubber tires 

a year later. For drivers, the most coveted item was the “ausweiss,” 

or permission-to-drive slip, yet a permitted driver was still subject to 

numerous inspections at stations or mobile patrols throughout the city. 

Being resourceful people, the French dealt with their austerity in 

pragmatic terms. Human-powered vehicles like the velocar were 

greatly in demand during this time. Some vehicles were converted to 

run on wood gas. This involved the burning of wood, coal, straw, or 

paper in a small furnace, usually towed behind on a trailer, whereupon 

the filtered and compressed gases could be pumped directly into the 

engine. France had about 65,000 “gazogene”-powered cars on the 

roads. other cars were seen with compressed acetylene gas cylinders 

on the roof or mounted behind. Buses refilled their giant roof-mounted 

gas bags at “city-gas” stations. 

Finally, there were the electrics. Many manufacturers, including large 

manufacturer industrial firms Manufacturer like the aviation company production Breguet, electrical # equipment 

origin manufacturers City, like Country Mildé-Kriéger, or small ID no. car manufacturers # 

like 

motor Georges Irat, motor had a go at making electric displacement cars. Peugeot cc was the only 

one power of the large hp car companies to build an length electric model. mm It was called 

the vLv, or voiture Légère de ville, which means Light City Car. 


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Peugeot had been forced to turn its factories to war production for 

the nazis, but the development office was buzzing with secret postwar 

projects. The vLv was produced overtly and described in the press. 

It was a small two-seater cabriolet with a folding roof and doors, 

incorporating side windows that were raised by a lever in the door. It 

was of revolutionary construction, a steel monocoque with only two 

reinforcing strips under the floor. Front suspension was by a transverse 

leaf spring, and the two rear wheels were only a foot apart, sharing a 

single brake drum. The electric motor was powered by four batteries 

under the front hood, totalling 48 volts and 82 amp-hour capacity. 

These constituted half of the 770 pound weight of the car.

Control was by conventional foot throttle, with full power available for 

hills when pushed to the floor. a forward/reverse lever changed motor 

direction. The normal speed was 20 mph, and the range was perhaps 

50 miles, depending on terrain. This unrestored example is one of very 

few survivors of this well-engineered pioneer, and it features distinctive 

features in miniature, such as the boattail rear and the coupe-roadster 

style convertible top, which is a facsimile of the style of top used on 

large, luxurious 1930s cabriolets. 

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The original prototype 

288 1949 Crosley Farm-O-Road Prototype 

estimate: $20,000 - $30,000 


manufacturer crosley Motors, inc. production 2 (total built: 600) 

origin cincinnati, ohio, u.s.a. id no. n/a 

motor crosley coBra 4-cyl., 4-stroke displacement 724 cc 



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r000 Powel 19XX Crosley Jr. Make was a talented Model and successful entrepreneur, inventor, 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

and industrialist who pioneered radio and television broadcasting, 


produced a line of radios and home appliances, and a line of 

subcompact automobiles. His pre-war automobiles, in a variety of 

body styles, used a two-cylinder Waukesha motor. In 1946, he adapted 

the wartime generator motor, also the first mass-production overhead 

camshaft motor, called the CoBRa (for Copper BRazed water jackets) 

for use in his automobiles. This was superseded by the CIBa (Cast 

Iron Block assembly) in 1949, and these motors were again fitted to a 

bewildering range of Crosley body styles. 

Crosley also had an interest in farming, and he developed his groundbreaking, 

small utility tractor-cum-road vehicle during the late forties. It 

became available in June 1950, with power takeoffs and a long list of 

accessory plows, harrows, cultivators, mowers, and even snow skis, as 

well as weather protection gear for family road use. Sold until 1952, it 

re-emerged briefly as the Crofton Bug. 

This vehicle is one of the two actual prototypes built and is the actual 

manufacturer one pictured Manufacturer in the factory literature. The whereabouts of the second 

is origin unknown, City, making Country this particular vehicle ID no. a truly rare ## example worthy 

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estimate: $45,000 - $55,000 


manufacturer fahrzeug und Maschinenbau production 30,286 


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estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

one of the disadvantages of driving a two-stroke vehicle in the United 


States is the necessity of mixing oil with gasoline. In Europe, where 

economy resulted in a greater proportion of scooters and minicars, 

there was sufficient demand to bring ready-mixed fuels to market. 

Thus, it became quite commonplace to see station forecourts with a 

pump labeled “2-Stroke” in English-speaking countries, or “2-Takt” 

in Germany. The pumps had the ability to adjust the mixture to that 

recommended by the engine manufacturer. 

Certain manufacturers recommended certain fuels. For Messerschmitt, 

it was MobilMix TT, a product of the then Socony Mobil oil Company, 

a forebear of today’s ExxonMobil. Messerschmitts were supplied with a 

fuel cap that bore the legend: Markenöl wie MobilMix TT Verwenden 

(use oil brands like MobilMix TT). 

This turquoise Messerschmitt is no exception. It bears the bright 

aluminum MobilMix fuel cap, unblemished and nicely detailed. 

The quality of detail on this Kabinenroller is exceptionally good. all 

manufacturer brightwork is Manufacturer of top quality, as is the distinctive production paint and # black interior. 

origin The latter appears City, Country as new and is accented ID no. with white # piping and a 

motor matching broad motor stripe on the right side. displacement The floor cc has a new black 

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The engine and drive case are detailed to virtually new appearance. 

Double whitewall tires are fitted all around and are accented with full 

bright wheel covers. The later configuration of KR 200, it bears the FMR 

badge on the nose. The vDo speedometer, in English units, shows 36 

miles, believed to be the distance traveled since restoration. a vDo 

clock is located at the left side of the instrument panel. 

Certainly among the best Messerschmitt Kabinenrollers available today, 

this car represents an exceptional opportunity.

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A Spanish variant in excellent condition with luxurious leather interior 

290 1968 Authi Mini 1275C 

estimate: $20,000 - $30,000 


manufacturer automoviles de turismo hispano ingleses 

origin landaben, navarra, spain id no. 01848 

motor Mg 4-cyl., 4-stroke displacement 1275 cc 



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r000 Sir Leonard 19XX Lord, Make head of austin Model Motors, had a pet peeve: “Damn these 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

awful bubble cars. We must drive them off the streets by designing a 


proper miniature car!” He then selected alec Issigonis, a gifted and 

individualistic designer, to do the job. 

The car, first released as both the austin Seven and the Morris Mini- 

Minor, soon became universally known as the Mini. at 10 feet long, it 

was incredibly small, yet it could hold four adults and their luggage. 

Its transversely mounted engine drove the front wheels. Suspension 

was independent all around via rubber cones. It was a marvel of 

space utilization. The Mini would go on in the next four decades to 

become one of the world’s best-known, best-loved cars, and it would 

be at the heart of a technical and social revolution. 

The museum example was produced in Spain under license by the firm 

authi. This company began by building the Morris 1100, the MG 1100, 

and the Morris Countryman before moving to Minis. This luxurious Mini 

1275 features a sumptuous pleated leather interior. In 1976, the stateowned 

SEaT took over the plant to build SEaTs and Lancias before 

volkswagen manufacturer began Manufacturer building their Polos there. offered in excellent and 

very origin presentable City, condition, Country this is certainly ID no. one of the ## rarest variants of 

the motor Mini available motor in the north american displacement collector car cc market. 



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An early production, two-tone example 

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r000 The early 19XX Kabinenrollers Make Model are seen by many as the “classic” 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

Messerschmitts, with their quality specification and their iconic two- 


tone paint scheme following the bottom of the fenders in a lovely “S” 

curve along the lower body and fading away at the tail. This car is a 

fine example of the type, with a combination of a quality exterior paint 

in the correct colors and an original interior that retains its correct, 

original details along with a nice patina. 

There are a myriad of correct details that make this an early production 

car: The separate bumper strips with red plastic filler strips, the cooling 

slots in the top of the tail, and the extra 

slots on the side of the tail, as well as the 

well-fitting aluminum strips outlining the 

two-tone portion. The horn is mounted 

in the front floor. The windshield rubber 

is the correct dark red, as are the rare 

Hella blinkers. on the inside, the red paint 

correctly matches the original trim panels, 

the often elusive wood strips are intact, and 

manufacturer the clock and Manufacturer rubber floor mat are original. production # 

origin In the tail, there City, is Country the inverted air filter and ID no. # 

motor an original, motor intact spare wheel, rounding displacement cc 

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A unique four-seat example by aeronautical 

and automotive genius Gabriel Voisin 

292 1957 Voisin Biscooter C31 

estimate: $60,000 - $80,000 


manufacturer aeromécanique production 16 

origin Paris, france id no. 217.57.75 




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r000 Gabriel 19XX voisin was Make an eccentric Model genius who walked his own path through 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

the 20th century. 


His education was at the École des Beaux arts. The influence of his 

architectural studies would be seen throughout his many works, particularly 

in the modular approach to car design, where separate components, each 

with their own function, were skilfully arranged to form a whole. His first 

sight of an early airplane, the steam-powered Eole, which had flown 50 

yards, convinced him that he must work with dynamic objects, not static 

ones. He built airplanes, which were chosen by the French military, and he 

was a millionaire by the end of the First World War. 

voisin abruptly left aviation and began the manufacturing of automobiles 

at his factory in Issy-les-Moulineaux, along with engineer andré Lefebvre, 

who would later go on to design the 2Cv and DS/ ID for Citroën. They 

built their cars according to a number of principles, which emphasized 

chassis dynamics and aerodynamic stability, with disregard and even 

contempt for conventional thinking. 

manufacturer The voisin cars Manufacturer of the twenties and thirties production rank as # some of the most 

original, origin inventive, City, Country and brilliantly conceived ID no. automobiles # ever built, and 

they motor are amongst motor the most highly prized collector displacement cars of cc today. The Knight 

sleeve-valve power engines hp were favoured. Cars length were fitted with mm Dynastarts, and 


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they had auxiliary gearboxes, which doubled speeds. The principle of 

“infinite simplicity” was obeyed in engineering, as well as in the efficient 

monocoque bodywork. His Lumineuse car had a remarkable glass area 

and angular “prismatic” contours, which spoke of Frank Lloyd Wright 

and Le Corbusier. Body design would reach its greatest heights with 

the huge, low-slung, and eccentric grand tourers penned by Gabriel’s 

faithful designer noël. The cars were relentlessly tested in competitions. 

But business affairs were not 

“infinitely simple” in the thirties, and 

voisin lost control of his company 

to veteran aircraft engine builders 

Gnôme et Rhône. He continued 

working there during the war.

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afterwards, the company was nationalized under the aeronautical 

corporation SnECMa, but voisin still worked for them at Issy, in 

research, until the plant finally closed in 1958. 

Post-war, Gabriel voisin designed the brilliant Biscooter, or doublescooter. 

It was a startling new concept in minimalist personal 

transportation, and its appearance at the 1950 Salon du Cycle et de 

la Moto was a sensation, with over 1,000 orders placed. It appeared 

to be just a bare chassis with two chairs and a perfectly flat windbreakcum-windshield, 

all in polished aluminum and covered by a voluminous 

canvas top. But every detail was very carefully thought out according to 

voisin’s principle of “infinite simplicity,” with modular components each 

arranged according to its function. 

But the new directors of his nationalized company did not see its merits, 

and they would not put this product, which could have saved the 

company, into production. Instead, they designed and built their own 

conventional small car and displayed it at the 1952 Salon, where it 

garnered little attention and utter contempt from voisin. 

Frustrated, he sold the rights to the Spanish company autonacional in 

1951, who would build many thousands of them with redesigned, more 

enclosed bodywork, as it suited perfectly the needs of the country at

the time. voisin continued developing the Biscooter for several years, 

building single-, triple-, and four-seater versions. 

This particular example came from a French museum. It is a unique 

four-seater prototype that was possibly developed for the Spaniards 

but rejected for cost reasons, featuring full, near-circular doors, basket 

weave seats, a speedometer in the steering wheel, and a wealth of 

fascinating artistic and engineering detail. It is a truly exceptional car 

that pays homage to a visionary genius. 

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A highly desirable two-tone example with Z molding and bubble windows 

293 1956 BMW Isetta 300 

‘Bubble Window’ (Z Molding) 

estimate: $35,000 - $45,000 


manufacturer Bayerische Motoren werke production 161,360 





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an extremely rare survivor 

r000 When 19XX BMW undertook Make the Model manufacturing of Renzo Rivolta’s Isetta 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

in 1955, the firm incorporated some changes. The drivetrain was 


redesigned to use their 247-cubic centimeter four-cycle motorcycle 

engine. The gearbox output was coupled to a shaft through a rubber 

universal joint, which led, through another rubber joint, to the chain 

case. Inside were double drive chains running in oil to the solid rear axle. 

This arrangement made the whole power unit much quieter and reduced 

vibration. In fact, so much of the car was re-engineered that no earlier 

Iso parts were used, nor were they interchangeable. 

The front suspension was also reconfigured to a swing arm arrangement. 

Changes to the body included raising the headlights above the fenders so 

that they attached directly to the body. In 1956, the engine displacement 

was increased to 297 cubic centimeters and compression was raised to 

achieve 13 horsepower. although top speed did not increase from 85 

km/h (53 mph), there was a marked increase in much-welcome torque, 

which helped on hills. More than 161,000 Isettas were built through 

1962, along with some 34,000 BMW 600s, an elongated, fourpassenger 

version with a flat-twin engine and a conventional rear axle. 


This origin rare example City, Country of a surviving European ID bubble no. window ## Isetta has the 

motor highly desirable motor “Z mold trim” and two-tone displacement paint. very cc attractive in red 

and power white, it hp has beige upholstery and a length black fabric mm sunroof. very well 

detailed, it is an excellent example of the popular European microcar. 


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With three owners from new it is a very original example from 

Messerschmitt’s transitional period 


estimate: $35,000 - $45,000 


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r000 The Messerschmitt 19XX Make Kabinenroller Model (enclosed scooter) was designed by Fritz 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

Fend, a German aircraft engineer. as a “gap-filler” product for the aircraft 


manufacturer, who was prohibited from building planes after World War 

II, the vehicle was built in Messerschmitt factories, albeit under the aegis 

of a separate company, Regensburger Stahl und Metallbau, GmbH. In 

1956, Messerschmitt was allowed to re-enter the aeronautical business, 

so the Kabinenroller business was spun off completely. 

on January 15, 1957, Kabinenroller designer Fend and brake-supplier 

Knott formed Fahrzeug und Maschinenbau, Regensburg and took over 

production of the Kabinenroller. Still allowed to use the Messerschmitt 

name, they could no longer use the bird emblem, so they created a 

badge consisting of three linked squares containing the letters F, M, and 

R. old stock was still being used into 1958; however, this totally original 

car is seen with the old-style 

badge and trim, including 

the old-style rectangular 

“stick” mirrors that have been 

moved to the headlight pods, 

manufacturer along with the Manufacturer later two-tone 

production # 

origin scheme, in City, which Country the entire 

ID no. # 

motor front fender motor is painted the 

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This example was bought by the proprietor of the Bad Iburg Museum 

in Germany, Manfred Knauper, from the original owner in 1977. It 

was driven briefly but spent essentially 30 years in hibernation in the 

museum, until its acquisition by Bruce Weiner. 

In remarkable condition, it presents well, although there is some surface 

rust on rear panels. The brightwork is generally good, but it could 

benefit from careful detailing. The interior, although showing age and

use, is not significantly worn. Similar shows use but is clean, although 

not highly detailed. The second generation (1957–1958) dashboard 

has minimal instrumentation, just a metric speedometer, on which the 

odometer reads 75,600 kilometers, believed correct. a rare example, 

it is one of the most original of its type in existence and is often referred 

to as serving as a benchmark for an evolutionary era of Messerschmitts. 

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295 1957 Goggomobil T-250 

estimate: $35,000 - $45,000 







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r000 Manufacturers 19XX of Make agricultural Model machines, Hans Glas and his son andreas 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

developed their microcar prototype with an Isetta-style front-opening 


door in the fall of 1954. The pre-production series of 50 cars had no 

rain gutters, and until September 1955, the fenders were screwed rather 

than welded together, and it had intake scoops on the rear. 

Roll-up windows were introduced in october 1956. From September 

1956, a 15 horsepower, 300-cubic centimeter motor was available 

in addition to the 14 horsepower, 250-cubic centimeter unit. The front 

deck had a “bonnet” pressed in, louvers on the rear fenders, and a grill 

on the trunk lid scoop. a hot, 20 horsepower, 400-cubic centimeter 

motor became available, but it was seen mostly on U. S.-specification 

cars. The doors were front-hinged from March 1964, this being the last 

major change for the sedan, which was called a limousine in Germany. 

a respectful older restoration, this is an example 

of a late sliding-window car, with its plain finish 

being typical of “the car for the little man.” It was 

restored in Germany and is finished in Robin’s 

Egg Blue, with a grey cloth interior and white 

steel wheels with whitewall tires, completing a 

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With a Fiat 500 Sport motor, it is one of the priciest 

and most exclusive small cars of its era. 

1961 Autobianchi Bianchina 

Special Cabriolet 

estimate: $35,000 - $45,000 


manufacturer autobianchi spa production 9,000 

origin Milan, italy id no. 3435c 

motor fiat 2-cyl., 4-stroke displacement 499.5 cc 



Founded in 1899 by Eduardo Bianchi, the Bianchi Company made 

vehicles for 56 years. These included full-size cars, tanks, and trucks 

with Mercedes engines. But the factory was destroyed during the war 

and he had been unable to recover. In 1955, Milanese industrialist 

Ferrucio Quintavalle organized a new company involving Bianchi, Fiat, 

and the Pirelli Tire Company, called autobianchi Spa. Trucks would 

continue to be manufactured by the firm, and motorcycles would be 

manufactured by Eduardo Bianchi Spa. 

Two years later, at the Milan show, the first car to carry the name 

autobianchi arrived. The Bianchina Transformabile (Convertible) was 

one of the first adaptations of the 500 nuova, using its chassis, engine, 

and transmission, but with a very attractively styled coupe body with a 

roll-back roof, reminiscent of the French vespa 400. 

In 1958, it was given a stronger 

engine and became available as 

a sedan, coupe, convertible, and 

station wagon. During this year, 

Giuseppe Bianchi, Eduardo’s 

son, sold the family holdings in 

autobianchi to Fiat, and in 1963, 

Fiat gained full control. In 1960, just 

over 30,000 of these cars were built. 

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The 1960 Geneva show saw the debut of what was arguably the 

prettiest of all the models, the Bianchina Special Convertible. It was a 

little luxury car, with a luxury price, and it was immediately accepted by 

the fashionable jet setters as a second car or runabout. Designer Luigi 

Rapi drew a well-proportioned shape highlighted by a strong accent in 

the form of a side spear chrome molding. Interior fittings were more 

attractive. The indicators were fitted separately below the headlights, 

not on the bumper guards. The cooling slots on the side below the 

doors and the chrome borders below the body edge were eliminated. 

The windscreen was more angular. The model went through three series 

with minor alterations and improvements.

This autobianchi Special Cabriolet is fitted with the Fiat 500 Sport 

motor introduced in 1959. This motor was bored out from 479 cubic 

centimeters to 499 cubic centimeters, and the compression ratio was 

increased from 7:1 to 8.6:1, giving a useful boost in horsepower from 

21 SaE horsepower to 25 SaE horsepower. Top speed rose from the 

sedan’s 56 mph to 65 mph. 

The cabriolet third series finished in 1968. The convertible (a coupe 

with roll-back roof) continued to be manufactured until 1970, while 

the sedan and station wagon ran until 1969. notably, the special 

cabriolet, as demonstrated here, is rarer and, perhaps, even more 

attractive than the coupe. 

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The rarest variant of an exceptionally scarce model, with the larger 398 cc engine 

1959 Goggomobil TL-400 

Transporter Pickup “Coca Cola” 

estimate: $100,000 - $125,000 




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r000 The majority 19XX of Make Goggomobil Model transporters were vans used by the 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

Deutsche Bundespost, the German postal service. More than 1,500 


vans were also purchased by tradespeople and cities for use as service 

and delivery vehicles. a tiny proportion was bodied in semi-open 

pickup configuration like this example, which bears the familiar Coca 

Cola logo. 

almost certainly, no worldwide brand is as recognizable as Coca Cola. 

over the years, almost everything bearing the Coca Cola name has 

become collectible, and “Coke’s” public is so loyal that efforts to update 

both the logo and the formula have been met with intense resistance. 

It seems fitting, then, that the most popular collectible logo should be 

applied to one of the world’s rarest trucks. of the 3,665 Goggomobil 

transporter vehicles built 

between 1957 and 1965, a 

tiny portion comprised openback 

pickups. This vehicle is 

one of them. Unconventional 

even among pickups, it has 

manufacturer a short canopy Manufacturer behind the 

production # 

origin cab, offering City, partial Country shelter 

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This rare TL-400 pickup has the larger 398-cubic centimeter engine 

and was restored with new-old stock panels discovered in Germany. 

Painted “Coca Cola Red” with a white top, it has Frank Robinson’s 

familiar script on the side and artist Haddon Sundblom’s “Santa’s elf,” 

a character from 1930s advertising, with the famous contour bottle.

The interior has a single grey vinyl seat and varnished slatted wood 

floor mats. It has the correct translucent red windshield visor and 10inch 

whitewall tires. The correctly detailed engine is neatly concealed 

below the floor of the pickup bed. The rarest of surviving transporters, 

it ranks almost certainly as the most desirable of both Goggomobil 

and Coca Cola collectibles. 

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A full restoration of a rare example with the only existing original tow bar 

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Service Car 

estimate: $40,000 - $50,000 


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r000 Today, 19XX with the Make Messerschmitt Model Cabin Scooter at the pinnacle of an 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

upscale microcar collector scene, it is difficult to recall that the car’s 


origins were that of a utility vehicle, representative of an austere period 

of recovery for people rebuilding from the devastation of war. 

The first stage was the two wheelers, with motorcycles and scooters being 

built by a large variety of manufacturers filling a ready market of mostly 

younger people going back to work, with young women’s preference 

for weather protection and easy starting bringing scooter development 

to the fore. The second stage was that of small enclosed vehicles 

now being considered by a broader segment of the population who 

found a little more room in the budget for weatherproof transportation 

and, for the first time in years, actual holidays. and the third stage 

was the evolution of the small “mobil” into genuine small cars, which 

rapidly grew larger following the rapidly growing wealth of the general 

population into the sixties. 

The Messerschmitt three-wheeler followed this trend, known as the 

“Economic Miracle,” and became an iconic symbol of this recovery 

manufacturer period to the Manufacturer people, who fondly recall production it to this # day. This meant, 

origin however, that City, in the Country early sixties, the Kabinenroller, ID no. with # its faint whiff of 

motor austere necessity, motor was no longer a serious displacement proposition cc and had to find 

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one of these specialized markets that it appeared to be perfectly suited 

for was the Dealer’s Service Car. an automotive service depot or garage 

would have to send two of its staff to pick up a customer’s car, with one 

driving it back. The Messerschmitt Service Car concept was the solution. 

only one staff member was required to drive to the customer’s home 

in the economical Messerschmitt equipped with a special tow bar. The 

bar would be attached to the customer’s bumper, and the staff member 

returned in the customer’s car, towing the Messerschmitt, which steered

of its own accord because of the 

suspension geometry, following the 

tracks of the car in front. In all, it was 

labor-saving, with only one person 

required. It saved gas money, 

as it was only a one-way trip. 

It required less storage space 

than a pickup truck in the 

shop and could be easily lifted 

for maneuvering around. 

and above all, it was a very 

good advertising medium, as 

people stopped in their tracks 

to see the “caravan” go by. 

according to government 

regulations, the Messerschmitt 

assumed the status of a trailer 

and was subject to stringent trailer 

regulations (more stringent than in 

north america), which included the 

requirement of a pair of reflective 

triangles, for which removable holders 

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are provided with the car. The bumper clamp is constructed to fit a 

range of automobiles that were current at the time. The Messerschmitt 

had special suspension components to attach the tow bar to. Inside 

the car are special fittings to secure the bar assembly, which locates 

along the right side wall and fits into the space once occupied by the 

removable child’s seat. Service Cars did not have luggage racks fitted, 

but custom paint schemes were offered.

This rare car was subject to a painstaking restoration process in 

Germany. Getting the parts and authorization from the licensing 

department to build the car took over a year. The tow bar itself 

was rebuilt using the last two existing incomplete bars found in two 

private collections. It is now the only existing original Service Car 

with a tow bar. 

This is an exceptional opportunity to acquire a unique and 

significant Messerschmitt. 

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A late, sophisticated Spanish microcar with Pegaso-like styling 

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299 1957 Biscuter 200-F ‘Pegasin’ 

estimate: $35,000 - $45,000 


manufacturer autonacional s.a. production 20,000 (all types) 

origin Barcelona, spain id no. 16397 

motor hispano-viliers 1-cyl., 2-stroke displacement 197 cc 



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r000 The booming 19XX popularity Make of Model the volkswagen Beetle and Fiat 500 in 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

Europe sounded the death knell for many microcars. as the sales and 


production numbers of its Gabriel voisin-designed Biscuter plunged, 

Spanish producer autonacional S.a. sought to save itself by introducing 

a more attractive, sporty model. 

The result was the 200-F Pegasin, with styling inspired by the Pegaso, 

the Spanish luxury sports car that was then taking the world by 

storm. It featured a two-color plastic body with both a soft top and a 

removable hardtop, wrapping around standard Biscuter mechanicals, 

including the typical nine horsepower Hispano-villiers engine. With its 

inset headlights, split grille, curvaceous body, and tiny tailfins, it was 

the rakish image of a Touring-bodied Pegaso in miniature, with the 

exception of speed. Capable of only 75 km/h, the 200-F suffered from 

the same problem as the original Corvette: too sporty for those seeking 

economy, too economical for those seeking sporty. 

The Pegasin failed to save the Biscuter, 

which disappeared from production lines 

in the beginning of 1960 as Spanish Fiats 

made their arrival on the scene. Bruce 

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space to apply one’s racing numbers, is one of the few survivors of this 

memorable “micro sports car.” It is one of only two examples stateside, 

and it stands as an historic car that marks the end of Spanish microcar 

production and the beginning of the end for the European microcar 

industry as a whole. If the microcar had to die, however, it might as 

well have gone out putting its best face forward and pretending to be 

a “Spanish Ferrari.” 

This would be an interesting bookend to a microcar collection, or for 

the sports car enthusiast with a sense of humor, an ideal companion to 

the Pegaso in one’s carriage house. 

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300 1976 Triumph TR6 Convertible 

estimate: $30,000 - $40,000 


manufacturer triumph Motor company production 94,619 

origin coventry, england id no. cf57846u0 

motor inline 6-cyl. with overdrive displacement 2,498 cc 



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r000 The Triumph 19XX TR6 Make was the Model most popular product offering in the 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

TR range by the time production ended in mid-1976, with a 


total production of 91,850 units. all TR6s featured the virtually 

bulletproof inline six-cylinder engines, which put out a stout 

106 horsepower in naturally-aspirated, U.S.-spec form. The TR6 

featured a four-speed manual transmission with optional overdrive, 

which lent itself to long cruises on rolling country roads or higherspeed 

motorway travel. 

This example is a great original that was purchased by the museum 

from its first and only owner. Finished in the highly desirable Pimento 

Red, it is nicely optioned with the overdrive transmission, in addition 

to a factory hard top. The odometer reads a mere 6,712 miles, 

and aside from now having only two-owners, it comes with the 

original invoice from George Byers volvo-Triumph Inc. in Columbus 

ohio, which details its original specifications, including the $225 

overdrive, the $265 hard top, and other items that brought the 

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Bruce Weiner has owned over 40 examples of the TR6, including 

several that had under 100 miles. needless to say, he knows a good, 

correct original when he sees it. as the appreciation of Jaguars and 

austin Healeys continues to bring prices for Triumphs upward, the 

sparse number of low mileage, unmolested examples will be at the 

forefront of the pack. 

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Rare, fully restored Heinkel with highest spec 204 cc motor 

301 1956 Heinkel Kabine 154 

estimate: $35,000 - $45,000 


manufacturer ernst heinkel fahrzeugbau production 5,537 

origin stuttgart, germany id no. 511928 (motor) 




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r000 accomplished 19XX engineer Make Professor Model Ernst Heinkel realized his goal of 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

building his own version of the Iso Isetta, equipping it with a smaller 


engine but nevertheless ensuring that it would be lighter and faster. 

Like Willy Messerschmitt, Heinkel was prohibited from building 

aircraft and was looking for suitable work for his factories. He had 

shrewdly noted an increasing interest in microcars and looked about 

for inspiration. Yet, at the 1954 Geneva Salon, the popular Iso Isetta 

appeared to be, to the trained eye of the experienced aircraft builder, 

too heavy. Heinkel would opt for a full monocoque shell, resulting in 

a vehicle a full 100 kilograms lighter. Lacking funds for large presses, 

Heinkel could approach his customers vidal & Sohn, makers of the 

Tempo, which used the Heinkel motor, to form the body shell. The 

175-cubic centimeter motor used in the Tourist scooter, already 

in production, was deemed to be superior to the twin-piston single 

powering the Iso. The Kabine’s rounded shape, with its Messerschmittlike 

tail, would be aerodynamically more efficient. 

Heinkel had trodden carefully and had preliminary discussions with 

manufacturer Munich, explaining Manufacturer his intended design differences and also declaring 

his origin intention not City, to Country copy the BMW Isetta’s ID iconic no. folding ## steering column. 

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october 1956 saw the introduction of a new Kabine, the Type 153 

(three-wheeler) and the Type 154 (four-wheeler), which featured an 

enlarged version of the trusty four-stroke motor, itself a rarity amongst 

the vast majority of smoking two-strokes on the market. The new model 

also saw the end of the “water-cooled spare wheel” problem, which 

manifested itself during every rainstorm; the solution to which was a 

simple drain hole in the wheel storage well. Half of production went 

to York nobel in England, where three wheelers had a tax advantage. 

This success, in turn, inspired faltering BMW to market their own 

three-wheeler version of the Isetta across the channel, bringing them 

considerable success. Production of the type continued until the restart 

of aircraft production and the death of Heinkel in 1958.

The Kabine was produced in three variants. The first, introduced in 

March 1956, was the 173-cubic centimeter three-wheeler Type 150. 

The second, offered from october 1956, was the 198-cubic centimeter 

three-wheeler Type 153, and the third, offered from october 1956, 

was the 204-cubic centimeter four-wheeler Type 154. This particular 

example is a superb example of this highest specification Heinkel, 

and it has been fully restored in black with a matching interior. To the 

veteran and amateur microcar enthusiast alike, this is a factory correct 

presentation of a delightful bubble car that was remarkably advanced 

and well-engineered for its era. 

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302 1959 Scootacar Mk I 

estimate: $20,000 - $25,000 


manufacturer scootacars ltd. production 1,500 

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r000 Harry Brown 19XX had Make designed a Model small car in the mid-fifties called the Rodley 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

750, which was a dismal failure due to its JaP engine overheating and 


catching fire. It had, in fact, acquired the reputation of being one of the 

worst cars of its day. Undaunted, Harry came back a year later with a 

vengeance and designed one of the most iconic, successful, and best 

loved of the British microcars. 

The Hunslet Engine Company, an old-established manufacturer of 

railway locomotives in the Leeds suburb of Hunslet, decided to build 

a small car. This decision had come about when the wife of one of the 

directors wanted a car that was easier to park than her Jaguar. Harry 

Brown, of Leeds, was called in because of his experience in the field, 

and Scootacars Ltd. was formed as a subsidiary of Hunslet. 

The Scootacar, later called the Mark I, was 

very much a scooter with an enclosed body 

shell. one sat very upright, holding a pair of 

handlebars, astride a box containing the motor, 

which was topped with a typical longitudinal 

saddle fitted with a small backrest. It was said 

that the tall angelfish-like shape was derived 

from a full-size sketch of the designer seated 

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seat in the back allowed two people to ride in tandem, in scooterfashion. 

This mid-engine arrangement eliminated the need for a 

separate engine compartment behind the cabin, which created the 

foreshortened “telephone booth” appearance. one large door on the 

left- or near-side allowed comfortable stand up access. 

access to the motor and drive chain to the rear wheel was by lifting the 

seat box. Despite its deceptively narrow upper half, it was really quite wide 

at its sheet steel floor pan. This gave it a surprisingly low center of gravity, 

and as a result, the little car handled extremely well. There was a great

deal of room inside for stowing gear, like around the large floor, under 

the seat, on the folding seat back, and in the door pocket. The lightweight 

fiberglass body was bonded to the steel floor pan. The large, curved front 

window was glass, while the tall sliding side windows and rear window were 

in Plexiglas to save weight. In addition, the Scootacar boasted the largest 

parcel shelf in the industry and, quite notably, it seems to be the only car to 

have a picture of itself as a front badge! This adorable example is finished 

in bright red and is complete and correct in all respects. With a mere 1,500 

produced, there are relatively few surviving, and this is certainly one of the 

better examples extant. 

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303 1956 Eshelman Deluxe 

Adult Sport Car 

estimate: $15,000 - $20,000 


manufacturer eshelman Motors co. 

origin Baltimore, Maryland, u.s.a. id no. 29993 

motor B&s 1-cyl., Model 14, 4-stroke displacement 15.2 cu. in. 



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LOT In 1939, at age 23, Cheston Lee Eshelman crash-landed a rented monoplane 

r000 on a reported 19XX “flight Make to Mars.” Model Following that event, he designed an airworthy 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

wing-less aircraft, for which he was awarded a patent, and started producing 


light commercial aircraft. He is probably best remembered, however, for 

garden tractors and miniature automobiles. 

after World War II, Eshelman set up shop in Baltimore, building small 

tractors and implements. By 1953, he had branched out into scooters 

and automobiles. The Eshelman Sport Car was advertised in the back of 

magazines like Popular Mechanics and promised “70 miles per gal” at 

“1/5 the price of most other cars.” The recipe was simple: an air-cooled 

Briggs & Stratton engine, a centrifugal clutch, a single-speed belt drive, 

and four-wheel mechanical paddle brakes acting directly on the tires. a 

cam device locked all brakes down for parking. 

This Eshelman adult Sport Car is the Deluxe model, as evidenced by its 

chrome-plated rocket side trim. The 1956 models were advertised as red or 

yellow; this one has been restored in yellow with a matching seat cushion. 

It is very well-detailed with a black rubber floor mat and restored controls. 

Dashboard functions include a choke cable and recoil starter—turning off the 

manufacturer engine requires Manufacturer reaching through the panel for the kill switch. The brake and 

accelerator origin pedals City, Country are marked “Stop” and “Go,” ID no. respectively. ## The rear-hinged 

motor hood gives excellent motor access to the correctly-detailed displacement engine cc compartment, 

which power indicates hp very little use since restoration. length an exceptional mm example of the 

adult Sport Car, there is probably no finer Eshelman available today. 


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304 1965 NSU-Fiat Autobianchi 

Bianchina Panoramica 

estimate: $15,000 - $20,000 


manufacturer fiat spa production 80,000 

origin turin, italy id no. 120b-081972 

motor fiat displacement 499.5 cc 



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r000 autobianchi 19XX had Make been created Model in 1955 through a joint partnership 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

between Bianchi, Fiat, and Pirelli. The new firm would build upscale 


versions of Fiat products, with a nod toward the female market through 

stylish, modern designs and fashionable two-tone color schemes. 

Following a successful line of two-place autobianchi Bianchina 

models, a stylish station wagon variant was first shown in 1960. It 

utilized the Fiat 500 Giardiniera platform, with its lie-down motor, 

to provide an exceptionally spacious and bright interior for four 

people and their luggage. appropriately named Panoramica for its 

very large windows, the comparison between a Fiat 500 Giardiniera 

and the Panoramica is startling in terms of glass area. From 1969, 

both Fiat and autobianchi station wagons were produced side by 

side at Milan. 

Total control of the Milanese firm by Fiat did not come about until 

1963. This makes this 1965 car, which would have been sold new 

in Germany as either a Panoramica Standard or a Panoramica with 

Sunroof, a fully Fiat product while still retaining the autobianchi 

manufacturer name. It was Manufacturer sold through the German Fiat distributors, nSU-Fiat in 

Heilbronn, origin and City, carried Country their badge, as well ID no. as the autobianchi ## script 

motor below it. Today, motor it remains in remarkable, displacement factory correct cc condition. 



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A very original example with the highest spec four-stroke motor 

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305 1958 Lloyd LP 600 Alexander 

estimate: $15,000 - $20,000 



origin Bremen, germany id no. 6-345879 




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LOT The big news for 1955 was Lloyd’s introduction of the LP 600 with a new, 

r000 four-stroke 19XX motor Make that would Model bring more torque and a higher top speed, 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

along with generally more civilized running, which was definitely an issue with 


a newly status-conscious demographic. Externally, it closely resembled the 

400, apart from long, stylish blinkers placed atop the fenders. a new Lloyd 

600 script on the rear showed other drivers that this car could finally hit 100 

km/h. The model ran for two concurrent years with the still-popular 400. 

a brief foray into ultra-economical motoring was the LP 250, which catered 

to a new licensing scheme. The 400 motor was drastically reduced in 

displacement and put into a sedan, which was delivered without a back 

seat, bumpers, trim, hubcaps, rubber mats, and a headliner; few were sold. 

During the second half of 1957, production of the 250, 400, and 600 

was stopped. The LS 600 was reborn as the Standard, without the fendertop 

blinkers and at a reduced price. The altogether more civilized, new LS 

600 alexander featured roll-up side windows, adjustable seatbacks, and 

finally a trunk lid. a four-speed synchromesh transmission was optional at 

first but standard from 1958 on. This 

is an unmolested example finished in 

a lovely shade of blue, and it sports an 

manufacturer untouched, original Manufacturer interior. Its original production # 

origin white wheels are City, shod Country with the blackwall ID no. # 

motor tires more common motor to the period, and displacement cc 

they power are rounded hp out by hubcaps and length mm 

brightwork exhibiting healthy patina. 


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A very rare, entirely original German microcar 

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306 1954 NWF 200 

estimate: $15,000 - $20,000 


nordwestdeutsche 

manufacturer fahrzeugbau gmbh 


origin wilhelmshafen, germany id no. 200436 




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estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

Karl Schmitt, head of Fulda, wishing to reduce the amount of hand- 


labour in the Fuldamobil n-2, approached vGM in Werdohl, who 

assured him that curved shapes could readily be formed in aluminum. 

The prototype S-1 was ready in July 1953, to be sold alongside the n-2 

as the “Standard” version. But only three examples were built by Fulda 

before the cautious Schmitt decided the capital wasn’t there for another 

model. 

The nWF Company built bus bodies for Ford in Cologne. The contract 

was ending, and the nWF people, with a license agreement, would give 

the Fuldamobil S-1a new lease on life. In June 1954, their technical 

staff visited Fulda, and two months later, production began. The car was 

identical to the Fulda, with the exception of the door’s rain gutter and 

the motor, which was an ILo instead of a Sachs. Fulda’s Stevenson didn’t 

agree with their choice, claiming the ILo’s gearing wasn’t suitable. 

Sales didn’t materialize, and only 20 of the aluminum S-1 type threewheelers 

were built per day, with some being sold back to Fulda in lieu 

manufacturer of cash for the Manufacturer license. offered here, this production is a rare # original-condition 

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A Japanese market, right-hand drive variant 

307 1967 Subaru 360 Custom 

estimate: $15,000 - $25,000 


manufacturer fuji heavy industries production 392,000 

origin tokyo, Japan id no. K14234131 

motor subaru 2-cyl., 2-stroke displacement 356 cc 



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estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

Subaru 360 imports to the U.S.a. were handled by Canadian 


entrepreneur Malcolm Bricklin, who would go on to build his own car. 

He got his start earlier with Fuji, by importing the Fuji Rabbit scooters to 

the american Rabbit Corporation. 

The 360 sedan was also made in several variants, including a station 

wagon called the Custom, a convertible with a roll back roof, and two 

sports models called the Young S, with four gears, bucket seats, and a 

tachometer, and the Young SS, complete with a 36 horsepower motor. 

The Custom station wagon extended the roof line straight back. The 

wavy fender/belt line continued upwards at the rear and enclosed a 

new prominent air intake. a handy tailgate was located atop the engine 

access panel at the rear, and it opened up to reveal a flat loading 

platform. The large rear side windows incorporated sliding front panes 

as well as handy load-dividing bars, along with a sturdy load restraint 

bar on the back of the folding rear seat. 

manufacturer The museum’s Manufacturer rare right-hand drive Subaru 360 Custom is an example 

of origin a Japanese City, market Country line that was not exported ID no. to the ## U.S.a., and as 

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An exceptionally well-documented example 

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308 1962 Mazda R-360 Coupe 

estimate: $20,000 - $30,000 


manufacturer toyo Kogyo co production 23,417 

origin hiroshima, Japan id no. 1082 

motor Mazda 2-cyl., 4-stroke displacement 356 cc 

power 11 hp length 9 feet 10 inches 


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r000 By 1960, 19XX Japan was Make on the upward Model swing of an economic recovery. Car 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

manufacture had been reinstated in 1949, and this increased competition 


meant that wholesalers and retailers had to speed up delivery by using 

private trucks of all sizes. Three-wheeler work trucks and delivery vehicles 

had become particularly symbolic of the nation’s recovery. Incomes were 

increasing, the tourist bus business flourished, and ownership of a private 

car became a national dream. Car production was strictly governmentregulated 

through a series of engine displacement categories, which 

encouraged manufacturers to get the maximum performance within 

each category. The small-displacement categories were particularly well 

suited to Japan’s narrow roads and high-density urban areas. Yet, cars 

were expensive and hard to come by. 

Mazda launched its R-360 on May 28, 1960, to great acclaim. First 

of all, the price was within reach. at 300,000 yen, this sophisticated 

little car could not remotely compare with the scooter-like Fuji Cabin, 

for which 230,000 yen was being 

asked. Technically very advanced, 

it featured a monocoque body 

manufacturer with light alloy Manufacturer parts, making it, at production # 

origin 840 pounds, City, the Country lightest car on the ID no. # 

motor market. Suspension motor was independent displacement cc 

rubber-in-torsion power hp on all corners. The length mm 


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engine was the first four-stroke to be used by a car in this micro-class, 

meaning better fuel economy than the two-strokes. It used a number of 

magnesium alloy parts for weight-saving. The gearbox was a four-speed 

with an unheard-of optional automatic transmission. In fact, it was the 

first car ever produced in the country with a torque converter. The styling 

was superb, a jaunty, stylish mix of form and function. Proportions are 

extremely well handled for such a small car, with a subtle tilt-back of the 

coupe section giving it a somewhat perky attitude. 

It was so highly regarded that a week before its launch there were 

orders for 4,500 cars in hand, and as a result, the R-360 would be in 

production for six years. Its advanced design and careful attention to 

refinement and detail provided a solid base for all of Mazda’s future car 

production and pointed the way for the entire Japanese auto industry.

This car is a very good, original, unrestored example finished in the 

body/roof two-tone characteristic of the model. Interesting details 

appear everywhere, from the triangular buried taillights through to the 

flat lie-down parking lamps contrasting with the stand-up larger lamps 

and the speedometer pod above the steering column. It is indeed a 

very significant car and was purchased from a well-respected collector 

in Germany. as a one-owner car, he had the original photos of the car 

upon delivery, as well as its original owner’s manuals, service books, 

and other impeccable, extraordinary documentation. There is most 

certainly no other Mazda R-360 as well documented as this one. 

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The Spanish iteration of Fiat’s 600 

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309 1961 SEAT 600 

estimate: $20,000 - $30,000 


sociedad española de 

manufacturer automóviles de turismo 


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r000 The brilliant 19XX Fiat Make designer Dante Model Giacosa had designed a successor to 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

the Topolino 500C, which was as revolutionary as its predecessor had 


been. It was developed with painstaking care, and it used an absolute 

minimum of sheet metal and materials while retaining the maximum 

interior space for four people. The rear-engine layout was chosen 

purely for economic reasons. The Fiat 600, which made its sensational 

debut in 1955, was miles ahead of its contemporaries, and it gained 

universal praise for being the standard for its class. 

Spain took years longer to recover from its Civil War than Europe 

did from the Second War. The Spanish government and its financial 

institutions entered into an agreement with Fiat to produce the 600, 

which had already experienced two years of unqualified success. The 

relatively inexpensive car helped start Spain’s economic boom, and it 

became a popular symbol of the economic miracle. The SEaT 600 

followed the developments and upgrades of the Italian models, but its 

popularity caused it to be produced for an additional four years after the 

Fiat 600 was discontinued. There was a Spain-only version, popularly 

called the “four-door 600,” or the SEaT 800. This lovely example is 

manufacturer finished in light Manufacturer blue with cream wheels. production It bears all # of its distinctive 

origin features, such City, as Country the bumper with guards, ID no. the winged # emblem in the 

motor middle of the motor nose, and the aggressive-looking displacement turn cc signals on top of 

the power fenders. The hp interior is tan piped in white, length which completes mm a warm 

and inviting appearance. 


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One of the most unusual Biscuter variants 

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310 1958 Biscuter 200-I Furgoneta 

estimate: $20,000 - $30,000 



origin Barcelona, spain id no. anr3340 




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r000 In February 19XX 1958, Make autonacional Model S.a. expanded the Biscuter line with 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

a purely business-suited version of the 200-C Comercial, the 200-I, 


dubbed Furgoneta in Barcelona, or Furgon in the Madrid dialect. The 

“I” stood for industrial, a nod to the truck box of wood capped with 

corrugated steel, which extended from the sides of the vehicle and was 

higher than the roof the driver’s cab. The result was a sort of Spanish 

depot hack, which had a payload capacity that was relatively limited, 

but it was durable in typical Biscuter style. 

Easily the most adorable work truck ever produced, the 200-I was 

soon rendered obsolete, along with the rest of the Biscuter line, by the 

introduction of better-equipped, less expensive microcars by other major 

manufacturers. Just at the point where its production had reached its 

creative zenith, the Biscuter began to slowly fade from popularity, and 

it disappeared entirely in 1960. as a result, these later, unusual body 

styles are considerably rare and desirable among microcar enthusiasts, 

marking the end of the Spanish microcar. 

The Bruce Weiner Microcar Museum’s example is very complete and 

manufacturer original, and Manufacturer while it shows wear throughout, production it remains # in beautiful, 

origin patinated condition City, Country for its age. It ranks ID among no. the # most interesting 

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A fully restored “Egg”-xecutive limo 

311 1958 BMW 600 

estimate: $40,000 - $50,000 


manufacturer Bayerische Motoren werke ag production 34,318 

origin Munich, germany id no. 600 135250 

motor BMw 2-cyl., 4-stroke displacement 582 cc 



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r000 Public 19XX response Make to the Isetta Model was gratifying to BMW, but as its 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

shortcomings were pointed out, it was decided to go “up a class” and 


produce a larger car with room for four. By May 1956, management 

had already committed to the introduction of the BMW 700, a totally 

new design. By 1959, the 600 was seen as an easily produced interim 

model using already existing Isetta production equipment. 

The 1956 prototype did indeed look like a stretched Isetta, with its stock 

two-tone front door and Isetta bumpers, but it also had a wheelbase 

lengthened by eight inches and a R60 motorcycle boxer motor driving 

full-width axles. The first prototype lacked a side door and had a sunroof 

for “escape,” but it was soon deemed that the car would not receive 

government approval in this form. 

august 1957 saw the proper 

introduction of the model at 

the International auto Show to 

universal acclaim. Stylish looks 

were emphasized by its beautiful 

manufacturer knife-edge bumpers Manufacturer designed by 

Michelotti and the generous room 

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and body panels were pressed from .88 millimeter steel, at the time 

the heaviest in the industry, and as a result, it was remarkably quiet. Its 

wheel-at-each-corner design gave a great ride, and there was sufficient 

power to climb hills. It was even available with a Saxomat automatic 

transmission. The car was pricey, however, at 200 marks more than a 

vW Beetle. Plans for multi-tasking the car à la the Fiat Multipla remained 

in the drawer. 

Production began in 1958. Despite all its virtues, excellent build quality, 

space utilization, and smooth ride, there was no denying that by 1959 

the public wanted more of a “real” three-box car, and in particular, 

BMW’s own sensational 700, which was to eventually sell to the tune 

of 182,000 examples. Yet the original Isetta, despite a company memo 

declaring that “it belonged in a museum,” would continue to be built for 

another three years, and in England, for another five.

This well-restored azure Blue car is a German-market model with the 

stylish knife-edge bumpers incorporating amber parking lamps and 

the small diameter headlamps with eyebrows that fit perfectly into the 

character line sweeping down the length of the car. U.S.-market cars 

were often referred to as the “Isetta 600” and were equipped with 

standard Isetta-style bent-tube bumpers and larger headlamps. 

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312 1954 Volkswagen Beetle 1200 

Deluxe Cabriolet 

estimate: $50,000 - $75,000 


manufacturer volkswagenwerk gmbh production 4,740 


motor air-cooled 4-cyl. displacement 1,192 cc 



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r000 officially 19XX known Make at first as the Model Type 1, the Beetle evolved from the pre- 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

war KdF-Wagen. Conceived from the experiments of Project 12 at the 


Porsche facility, engineers settled on a revolutionary rear-mounted 

engine mated to a simple yet effective platform chassis. The car 

underwent countless revisions, and 30 prototypes were built by 1935. 

Eventually, the Series 38 design would embody the Beetle as we know it 

today. offered here is this Type 1200 Deluxe Convertible Sedan, which 

is perhaps one of the most original examples available in the world. 

one of only 4,740 examples produced, the original seats, floor mats, 

door panels, headliner, gaskets, and glass are all incredibly original. 

The engine bay and trunk are completely original as well, with paint, 

writing, and cardboard panels all mint and original. The Dehne gas 

gauge works perfectly, as do the period radio and speaker. 

The exterior was repainted in 1974 in the highly attractive green color, 

although the matching green interior was left completely original. 

There are some honest signs of daily life evident on the exterior, but the 

inside remains in completely sanitary, time-warp condition. This Beetle 

manufacturer sat preserved Manufacturer for 35 years in a car shed production in the West # Monroe area of 

origin Los angeles. City, The Country original engine was disassembled ID no. and # inspected and 

motor found to be motor in good order, and over the displacement years, many cc individuals in 



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the volkswagen community, apparently even including volkswagen aG, 

have come forward attempting to purchase the vehicle. Fortunately, the 

museum was in the right place at the right time to be able to purchase 

what is one of the most original convertibles known. Loaded with 

numerous accessories, including mud flaps, a flower vase, fog lights, 

Bosch horns, and the highly desirable Sperwolf shifter lock, it is now 

offered to a new home where its authenticity will be truly hard to beat. 

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313 1949 Champion CH-2 

estimate: $40,000 - $50,000 


manufacturer hermann holbein fahrzeugbau production 11 

origin ulm, germany id no. n/a 

motor triumph (de) 1-cyl., 2-stroke displacement 248 cc 



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r000 In 1945, 19XX Hermann Make Holbein, Model a former development engineer for BMW, 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

recovered his beloved BMW 327 sports car from the haystack where 


it had been interned and reluctantly gave it up to an american GI in 

trade for an opel-Blitz army truck. He made a lucrative business out 

of picking up scrap metal and transporting various materials into a 

devastated country bent on cleaning up. He picked up a scrap BMW 

328, rebuilt it, and Holbein made a name for himself as a successful 

racing driver for the next three years. 

Racing did not pay the bills, however, and he resolved to fill the postwar 

need for a small car, which he would design and sell the production 

rights to. a chance meeting with an old acquaintance, engineer albert 

Maier of the gear-making firm ZF, brought together their individual 

interest in building a small car. In fact, Maier had already built a very 

basic open roadster with the 

backing of the ZF Company. 

In January 1949, Holbein 

came to a licensing agreement 

with ZF to build the car, 

manufacturer raising the money Manufacturer by selling 

production # 

origin his three racing City, cars Country and two 

ID no. # 

motor trucks. It would motor be called the 


Champion, power hp with a nod to 

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Holbein and Maier saw the need for the development of the little car 

and worked out the design for a custom transaxle driving the rear 

wheels and incorporating inboard brakes. Meanwhile, the prototype 

used an Irus lawnmower gearbox. The new, stylish, aluminum body was 

found to be too expensive to make, so Holbein modeled a simpler 

body in clay, and his racing mechanic built it using a bent flat sheet and 

motorcycle fenders. aluminum discs hid the tall wire wheels’ humble 

motorcycle origins. There was a single “Cyclops” headlight, and the 

198-cubic centimeter Triumph motor, along with its cylindrical fuel tank, 

sat nakedly out in the open on the tail. It was called Champion CH-1, 

and it made its debut at the Reutlingen show in april 1949. orders 

flooded in, but the vehicle was not yet ready.

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Development continued, and companies that could supply parts had 

to be found. The Hörz Company in Ulm made large clocks for clock 

towers, and they agreed to make the transaxles. The new ZF transaxle 

was incorporated into the two upgraded CH-2 prototypes, along 

with a new Triumph 248-cubic centimeter motor used as a stationary 

engine in farm applications, which was now under a louvered cover. 

Bosch in Stuttgart supplied the generators, Continental in Hannover 

supplied the tires, Schleicher in Munich supplied the hubs, and Hella 

in Lippstadt supplied the lamps. Former aircraft builder Böbel had a 

press, and they agreed to do the body shells. 

Production of the CH-2 got underway, and the press was enthusiastic 

about the new, small roadster. The first cars made it clear that the 

transaxle was not up to the job. The Hörz people refused responsibility, 

but ZF stepped in to help. In addition, 

teething problems with breaking 

in the front and rear suspension 

elements caused Holbein to take the 

drastic action of recalling all cars 

sold to date and refurbishing and 

upgrading the chassis to the latest 

specifications. The public’s faith in 

the new car was not shaken.

The CH-2 became the CH-250 in March 1950, with a new twin-piston 

motor, a split windshield, bumpers, and smaller wheels. This model 

would lead to the charming Champion 400 coupe and eventually to 

the Maico 500 sedan. Perhaps two of these CH-2 cars exist worldwide. 

The bare metal bodywork of this exceptionally rare car was completely 

remade by a master metalworker, and it was restored by the museum’s 

in-house staff; it runs and drives just as well as it looks. 

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314 1961 NSU Prinz 30 

estimate: $15,000 - $25,000 


manufacturer nsu Motorenwerke ag production 35,914 (all models for 1961) 

origin neckarsulm, germany id no. 33096 

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r000 In 1955, 19XX the nSU Make engineering Model department was instructed to build a 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

new small car. The sum of 7.5 million marks was allotted to build a 


new plant for the project. The factory wanted the car to be “deliberately 

kept small and functional, while cutting a pert, lively figure among its 

contemporaries.” 

The car was ready for the Frankfurt auto Show in September 1957. Its 

attractive sedan body carried a technically interesting, air-cooled motor 

featuring the Ultramax camshaft drive using eccentrics and rods. The 

motor produced a lively 26 horsepower, and the gearbox was of the 

constant-mesh motorcycle type. Production began in March 1958, the 

Prinz I being the base model and the Prinz II offering a higher level of 

trim and a wide range of color schemes. 

an all-synchro box arrived in 1959, and the Prinz II, with a new 36 SaE 

horsepower motor, became the fastest small car of the time. The new 

base model Prinz III incorporated all the latest technical improvements, 

while the 30 horsepower model was renamed 

Prinz 30. It was succeeded by the Corvair-like 

manufacturer Prinz Iv. volkswagen Manufacturer eventually took over nSU 

and origin merged City, it with Country audi to form audi ID nSU no. ## 

auto motor Union aG. motor This example is not only displacement quite cc 

sprightly, power it is hp also, unquestionably, one of length the mm 

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Japan’s first “kei” class truck—small yet purposeful 

315 1970 Subaru 360 Sambar Pickup 

estimate: $15,000 - $25,000 


manufacturer fuji heavy industries, production 392,000 

origin tokyo, Japan id no. KBa4310504 

motor subaru 2-cyl., 2-stroke displacement 356 cc 

power 25 hp length 2,990 mm 


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r000 The Subaru 19XX 360 Make Sambar is Model Japan’s first “kei” class truck, a vehicle that 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

was designed for commercial delivery yet fit into the kei displacement 


and size tax guidelines. Two body styles, a microvan and a pickup, were 

produced. The name Sambar comes from a deer found in India that is 

commonly used to carry small loads. 

Introduced at the Tokyo show in 1960, the Sambar entered production 

in 1961, and the first generation ran for five years. It was based on 

the rear-engine, rear-wheel drive Subaru 360 platform, which utilized 

torsion-bar trailing arms. Engine access was via a hatch over the motor. 

The body had doors hinged on the same pillar, giving doors that opened 

in two directions. 

The 1966 second series Sambar featured a crisp, attractive, modern 

design. It continued to use the 360 platform, which had been upgraded 

continuously over the years. The van got an optional raised roof, and 

from 1970, the front doors were conventionally hinged, and the engine 

could be accessed from outside the vehicle. It was built until 1973, but 

it continued on for several more generations. 


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motor useful drop-down motor sides on the bed. It is displacement in very good cc overall condition 

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316 1949 King Midget Series I 

estimate: $10,000 - $15,000 


manufacturer Midget Motors Manufacturing production 5,000 (all types) 

origin athens, georgia, u.s.a. id no. n/a 

motor wisconsin 1-cyl., 4-stroke, l-head displacement 380 cc 



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estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

The little King Midget was one of the most successful cars of its type, 


and in fact, it was manufactured continuously for nearly a quarter 

of a century. 

The King Midget was the brainchild of Claud Dry and Dale orcutt, 

two civil air patrol pilots during World War II who conceived the 

car as an accessible, inexpensive runabout. From 1947, this 

accessibility took the form of small advertisements in widely read 

publications like Popular Science and Mechanix Illustrated, as well 

as its availability as a $270 kit car. Customers purchased the cars 

directly from the factory. Through the “Rider agent Plan,” the new 

owners could demonstrate the car to prospective buyers, earning a 

small commission. The name derived from its close resemblance to 

the Midget-class oval-track racing cars. 

The kit buyer received a wooden crate containing a frame, axles, 

springs, steering gear, a moulded “radiator,” paper patterns for 

the sheet metal, and an assembly manual. any one-cylinder motor 

manufacturer could be fitted Manufacturer by the customer. From 1949, production it could # be had as a fully 

origin assembled car City, with Country a Wisconsin motor ID for no. $350 USD. # This very rare 

motor car has been motor restored to a high standard displacement and remains cc in excellent 

power overall condition. hp length mm 


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317 1953 Bond Minicar Mk C 

estimate: $10,000 - $15,000 



origin Preston, england id no. g28312de 




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r000 Lawrie 19XX Bond accepted Make a buyout Model offer from Sharp’s in order to finance 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

new projects, but he continued to be a consultant. Sharp’s had their 


own competent development staff who continued to improve the car. 

The fall of 1952 saw the first production Mark Cs come off the line. 

This model was startlingly different in appearance from the B, with its 

pair of long, squarish front fenders, altered rear fenders, and a new 

oval-shaped grille. The fenders answered a public call for “greater 

smoothness of line,” but they technically served as a more secure 

headlamp location and provided the extra room needed to swing the 

motor and its exhaust to a full 90 degrees—giving a reverse of sorts by 

allowing the car to turn a full circle on its rear axle. There was a single 

door on the passenger side. 

on the technical side, the sheet aluminum bulkhead was replaced by 

a much stronger cast aluminum one that offered better support for the 

redesigned front suspension. The rear suspension was now by trailing 

arms and “Flexitor” bushings, and there was finally a front brake. 

Models on offer were the Standard Tourer, the De-Luxe (with electric 

manufacturer start), the Minitruck, Manufacturer and the Family. This production example is # finished in blue 

origin with a red top. City, of Country particular interest is the ID contrast no. between # the rounded 

motor nose and grille, motor which contrasts sharply displacement with the square cc leading edges 

of power the fenders, hp which are canted downward length towards mm the rear to match 

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318 1956 BMW Isetta 300 

estimate: $10,000 - $15,000 


manufacturer Bayerische Motoren werke production est. 25,000 





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estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

a bubble window car from the first part of 1956, this Isetta has the 


desirable Z-Mold paint scheme, lacking only the chrome moldings. 

Cosmetic issues appear easily remedied, and the body rust around the 

bottom is minimal. Spare rear window glass is included inside the car, 

along with a newly-upholstered green plaid seat. Ideally suited for a full 

restoration, this Isetta offers an exciting foray into the microcar hobby. 






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319 1954 Mochet CM-125 Luxe 

estimate: $10,000 - $15,000 







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r000 While 19XX the pedal-powered Make Model velocar continued to be produced post- 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

war, there were now a host of small cars to choose from, and the 


powered version of the wood-bodied velocar, the Type H, needed 

to be upgraded to enter a much more competitive marketplace. 

adaptation took the form of the Type K, the first Mochet to carry a 

steel body, and it moved solely on its own power. 

The Type K became the “classic” Mochet, the CM-125, which was 

successful enough to be produced for five years. Part of its success 

came because the owner could take delivery within a period of 

weeks, not the many months required by the larger manufacturers to 

fill orders. another reason was accessibility: no license was required 

to drive a car with 125-cubic centimeter displacement. of course, 

the absolute simplicity of maintenance of such a basic vehicle also 

played into its appeal. 

This example of a late CM-125 Luxe is a totally original, unrestored 

barn-find that has remained virtually untouched for nearly six 

decades. It is largely complete and sports its original maroon paint, 

top bows, and even the hand-operated windshield wiper. It awaits 

the gentle touch of a sympathetic restorer or preservationist. 






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A sought-after microcar built in Australia 

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320 1964 Lightburn Zeta Runabout 

estimate: $10,000 - $15,000 


manufacturer lightburn vehicles ltd. production 324 

origin novar gardens, south australia id no. 1102 




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r000 From the 19XX early fifties, Make the South Model australian firm of Lightburn Industries, 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

successful manufacturers of washing machines, cement mixers, auto 


equipment, and fiberglass boats, was interested in building a small 

commuter car. Its design team, headed by the charismatic Harold 

Lightburn, developed several prototypes and concluded with the 

purchase of the rights to the astra, a light commercial utility wagon built 

by the famous British anzani firm in Middlesex, England. 

This was the inspiration for the fiberglass-bodied Lightburn Zeta 

Runabout, billed as “australia’s own second car.” Its size was just right 

for shopping runs and “mom’s taxi” duties, but its low-powered villiers 

twin, with its sequential shifter and “shut-off-and-restart” reverse, was 

not something the public warmed to. Its flaw was the absence of a rear 

hatch, necessitating the removal of the seats for serious load-carrying. 

Comments have been made regarding the controversial styling, but 

it was not the first company with such an issue, and as australian 

distributors for alfa Romeo, they were not completely blind to matters of 

automotive style. This example is finished in cream with a black interior; 

nearly every panel has some feature to appreciate, be it the taillights 

manufacturer that appear to Manufacturer be off some British Leyland production product, the # fins on the rear 

origin section of the City, roof Country à la the volvo P1800, ID no. or the upward # cant of the 

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321 1952 MOCHET CM-125 LUXE 

estimate: $10,000 - $15,000 







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r000 Georges 19XX Mochet Make pursued his Model love of minimalist transportation all his 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

life. The pedal-powered velocar had become a French icon, particularly 


during the occupation, when gasoline was unavailable. after the war, 

small motors were added to assist in pedaling up hills, and the woodenbodied 

car became the steel-bodied pedal-less Model K. The late Ks 

became the most well-known version of the Mochet, the CM-125 Luxe. 

The chassis was a simple tube frame with a modicum of suspension 

at each corner. The Zurcher motor provided sufficient power for mild 

hill-climbing in the featherweight little roadster. External band brakes 

were on the rear wheels. The cutaway sides allowed hand signals, or 

one could opt for the optional electric blinkers. The body shell was 

easily-worked steel, formed into pleasing compound curves with full 

fenders framing the well-shaped nose. The charming body style was in 

the popular “pedal car” idiom of the time, also seen on contemporaries 

like the Rolux. The windshield could be folded flat for more sporting, 

wind-in-the-face motoring. 

This project car is an opportunity to tackle 

a restoration on a very basic level, with a 

minimum of components to refurbish and 

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A one-off child’s car with a handsome, American-inspired design 

322 1965 Hillers 

estimate: $15,000 - $20,000 


manufacturer ernst hillers production 1 

origin hamburg, germany id no. n/a 




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r000 This very 19XX well conceived Make child’s Model car was better built than some genuine 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

production automobiles. 


Ernst Hillers was the brother of the owner of the former Hillers auto 

Museum, a museum that had over 50 microcars on display. The museum 

is familiar to enthusiasts through a videotape about the museum’s 

vehicles, called Klein Aber Mein, meaning: it’s small, but its mine. Ernst 

owned an auto parts business, and this ready source of microcar parts 

would be the inspiration for building a unique, small car for his son. 

While many one-offs did not have the benefits of a design department, 

with aesthetically unhappy results, this car turned out extremely well. 

Its lines are inspired by fifties american cars, while its low and wide 

proportions are made possible by its intended pint-sized driver. Hillers 

later altered the chassis to accommodate proper car-type independent 

suspension and hydraulic brakes. The rear-mounted motor is the 

familiar 200-cubic centimeter two-stroke by Fichtel & Sachs used in the 

Messerschmitt, which is gravity-fed by a custom-fabricated fuel tank. 

one can play “guess the part” with the various borrowed components 

manufacturer used throughout Manufacturer the car, including the shortened Goggo coupé 

bumperettes origin City, and Country vespa scooter hubcaps. ID no. Consequently, ## this car was 

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323 1960 Scootacar Deluxe Mk II 

estimate: $20,000 - $25,000 


manufacturer scootacars ltd. production 1,500 (all models) 

origin leeds, england id no. K74500 




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r000 The Scootacar 19XX enjoyed Make a good Model deal of popularity, even as the microcar 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

movement in England was beginning to decline. The combination of 


sound construction, excellent handling, and exceptional roominess 

made it an attractive proposition. 

Its ruggedness was tested by nel and Peter Motte, who took their 

Scootacar overland to Istanbul, traversing the unbelievably poor roads 

of Eastern Europe as its initial test. The car’s carrying capacity was 

underlined by what they took along with them: a tent, air beds, sleeping 

bags, a typewriter, a photographic outfit, a tape recorder, cooking 

utensils, a stove, car spares, three months’ worth of personal effects, 

and two gallons of oil. Their book is called Balkan Roads to Istanbul. 

It was decided that the Scootacar needed some refining, and a complete 

overhaul of the design was settled on, the new car being called the 

Scootacar Deluxe Mk II. The chassis and drivetrain remained unaltered, 

but its scooter characteristics were uprated 

to become somewhat more car-like. The 

body shell received a complete restyle, with 

manufacturer the sharply dropping Manufacturer nose and tail changed production # 

origin to more of a City, “bonnet, Country cab, and boot” look. ID no. # 

motor The body was motor now flush with the outside displacement cc 

edges power of the hp front fenders, adding more length mm 


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interior room. Its apparent tallness was diminished by a new feature line 

that began below the front bumper, curved up the side of the nose, and 

followed the lower edge of the side windows, as seen on this restored 

example finished in grey. This eliminated the low-slung beltline formed 

by the lamp pods on the Mk I, which emphasized the older car’s height. 

The rounded nose now had an inverted triangle highlight, and the 

charming “picture” badge was changed for a more conventional one, 

which reads “Scootacar.”

The revised interior took away much of the “scooter” element. The central 

bench seat was replaced by a hinged, lightweight conventional chair, 

offset slightly to the right to aid entry through the large door. The rear of 

the cabin now featured a sumptuous, sofa-like seat across the full width 

of the body, which incorporated padded armrests. access to the motor 

and drivetrain was via the two removable, asymmetrical seat cushions. 

an optional larger motor was introduced in 1961, in the form of 

the villiers 250-cubic centimeter two-cylinder, giving the Scootacar 

Deluxe Twin Mk III a white-knuckle ride of some 68 mph. only about 

50 Mk IIs were built, of which a 

dozen survive. about threedozen 

of these Mk IIs and 

over 100 Mk Is are in 

the club’s registry, 

showing that this 

car is still held 

in high regard. 

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A very rare 500 variant in highly original condition 

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324 1961 Fiat 500K Giardiniera 

estimate: $20,000 - $30,000 


manufacturer fiat s.P.a. production est. 120,000 (all types) 

origin torino, italy id no. 120/017780 

motor 2-cyl., 4-stroke displacement 499.5 cc 

power 17.5 hp length 3,185 mm 


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r000 Based 19XX on the Standard Make version Model of the Fiat 500, the Giardiniera benefited 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

from front quarter lights, winding windows in the doors, and sliding 


windows at the rear. In addition, the sunroof folded back three-quarters 

of the roof length, providing ample opportunity for all passengers to 

keep a healthy pallor. The problem with providing a flat loading platform 

was overcome by using a 499.5-cubic centimeter motor that was turned 

on its side and laid under the rear floor. Engine cooling relied on air 

collected from grilles on the body sides, which were mounted as high as 

possible to reduce road dust being drawn into the engine compartment 

and to keep engine noise down. 

The Giardiniera retained its suicide doors throughout production 

even when the later saloon cars were built with front-hinged doors. a 

Commercial version was also built and marketed under the autobianchi 

brand. This is an honest, highly 

original example sporting cream 

paint with a blue and white interior 

and black convertible section. With 

just over 73,000 kilometers on the 

manufacturer odometer, it Manufacturer stands as a testament to production # 

origin the reliability City, and Country durability of the Fiat ID no. # 

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estimate: $35,000 - $45,000 


fahrzeug und 


production 30 286 





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r000 For many 19XX years following Make World Model War II, Messerschmitt aG, the German 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

aircraft manufacturer, was prohibited from building airplanes. The 


company turned to other pursuits, one of which was the production of 

kits for building prefabricated houses using precast concrete slabs. This 

modular construction technique was adopted from the aircraft industry, 

where parts were manufactured in various facilities and assembled at a 

centralized location. In 1952, they were approached by aircraft engineer 

Fritz Fend, who had designed a three-wheel invalid carriage. Fend built 

about 250 of these Fend Flitzers through 1951, many of which were 

purchased by able-bodied people as simply minicar transport. 

Fritz Fend’s deal with Messerschmitt called for assembly at 

Messerschmitt’s factory in Regensburg, Germany, with the vehicles 

carrying the Messerschmitt name. The first model was the KR 175, the 

KR signifying Kabinenroller, or “enclosed scooter,” and 175 for the 

metric displacement of its two-stroke engine. It featured tandem seating 

and an acrylic bubble canopy that tilted sideward for entry and exit. 

In 1955, an improved model, the KR 200, was introduced. This had a 

manufacturer 10 horsepower, Manufacturer Fichtel & Sachs, 191-cubic production centimeter # two-stroke engine, 

origin an improved City, canopy, Country and a revised suspension. ID no. To reverse, # the engine 

motor was merely re-started motor in the other direction, displacement which provided cc four speeds 

backward power as hp well as forward. That year, a modified length KR 200 mm was run for 24 


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hours at the Hockenheimring race track, setting 22 international records 

for three-wheel vehicles. More than 60,000 were built through 1964, 

by which time the fortunes of Europeans had improved to the point that 

minicars of this type were no longer popular. Messerschmitt had returned 

to the aircraft business in 1956 and lost interest in the Kabinenrollers, so 

later, assembly was carried out by Fend’s own company Fahrzeug und 

Maschinenbau Regensburg.

This 1956 KR 200 Kabinenroller has been expertly restored. Painted 

red, it has a black interior with white piping and cockpit décor. The 

cabin floor has a molded black rubber mat. The driver’s seat is centrally 

located behind an aircraft-type steering wheel, and two passengers may 

sit abreast at the rear. In addition to a clock, luggage rack, visor, and 

metric speedometer, the car contains a Blaupunkt four-band radio and 

a St. Christopher medal. In fact, this car even features the signature of 

Fritz Fend himself, clearly visible on the left-hand side. 

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326 1960 Biscuter 200-C Comercial 

estimate: $20,000 - $30,000 


manufacturer autonacional s.a production 20,000 (all types) 

origin Barcelona, spain id no. 9a17052 




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r000 at the end 19XX of 1953, Make autonacional Model S.a. in Barcelona produced a standard 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

model, known as Type 200-R. This simple car, a two-seater with a soft- 


top and without doors, a 197-cubic centimeter villiers one-cylinder, 

two-stroke motor with nine horsepower, and front-wheel drive, was up 

to meeting all of the challenges demanded of a typical Spanish utility 

vehicle. The four 8-inch wheels hung in the front and rear on telescopic 

tubes with coil springs and rack-and-pinion steering. The gearbox was 

a three-speed, without reverse. It had an ineffective transmission brake, 

as well as cable brakes to the rear-wheels. The body was aluminum. 

In the mid-1950s, a steel body, a transmission with reverse, and an 

electric starter came along. This model 200-C was an estate car with a 

higher front body and wood side panels. Easily able to combine business 

and pleasure, it had a bench at the rear and seated four passengers. 

There were two vent windows, and the windscreen had a single wiper 

at the top, as seen on the example here, which is finished in red with 

dark wood paneling. The engine bay is very tidy and 

the interior, which is finished in brown to complement 

the wood but is contrasted by the cream colored 

manufacturer seats, is also Manufacturer tidy and exhibits minimal wear. production a lovely # 

origin restoration, the City, exterior Country shows only minor ID panel no. wear # 

motor and proudly retains motor its connection to voisin’s displacement original cc 

Biscooter power prototypes hp in the style and shape length of the mm 

front end sheet metal. 


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An extremely rare survivor 

327 1956 Eshelman Model 200 

estimate: $3,000 - $5,000 


manufacturer eshelman Motor co. 

origin Baltimore, Maryland, u.s.a. id no. tBa 

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r000 In February 19XX 1956, Make Cheston Model Eshelman’s Baltimore plant caught 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

fire. Despite the efforts of two fireboats and 200 firefighters, it was 


consumed to the extent of $500,000 in damage. In recovering from 

the loss, Eshelman chose to escape Baltimore’s taxes on equipment 

and inventories by contracting production to the Charles D. Briddell 

Company, a manufacturer of cutlery in Chrisfield, Maryland. 

among Eshelman products manufactured by Briddell was the new 

Model 200, an electric-powered car. In contrast to the heavy, earlier 

Eshelmans, the 200 was built on a plywood base with a molded 

fiberglass body. a one-horsepower DC electric motor powered the 

rear wheels. Electric propulsion brought with it two advantages; first, 

a reverse gear was provided by simply reversing the polarity of the 

electric motor, which was enabled with a pedal marked “Reverse.” 

Second, the battery provided the means for electric lighting. 

Largely original, this Eshelman Model 200 bears the remains of the 

Eshelman decal on the dashboard. The red vinyl seat is padded and 

has room for two slim people. although the exterior dimensions are 

manufacturer those of the adult Manufacturer Sport Car, the 200’s appeal was mostly for children’s 

use. origin Small electric City, Country headlights are provided, ID no. with reflectors ## in the rear. 

motor Exact production motor volume of the Eshelman displacement Model 200 cc is unknown, but 

it power was by all hp accounts quite minuscule, making length this car mm a rare survivor 

in remarkable condition. 


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328 1951 Bond Minicar Mk B 

estimate: $15,000 - $25,000 



origin Preston, lancashire, england id no. d32787 




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r000 The Bond 19XX Minicar Make was the Model quintessential British three-wheeler, and it 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

had the longest production run, with its various models being made 


from 1948 to 1966. 

Lawrence Bond was a maverick designer who learned weight-saving 

aircraft construction techniques with Blackburn aircraft before the war. 

Under his own company, he built small monocoque racing cars that 

competed in the 5,000-cubic centimeter class. These were followed by 

a tiny runabout for him and his wife Pauline to run errands. Called the 

Bond Shopping Car, it attracted considerable interest in the press, and 

soon Bond was looking around for a place to manufacture it in quantity. 

Colonel Reg Gray ran Sharp’s 

Commercials, which was involved in 

the refurbishing of General Motors 

trucks under a Lend-Lease contract. 

This contract was soon to expire, but 

Bond’s request to lease their Preston 

premises to build his small car 

was met with scepticism. However, 

Colonel Gray saw potential in the car 

and agreed to manufacture it entirely 

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The early Bond Minicars (later referred to as Mark aS) were stark, 

simple, 300 pound vehicles with no rear suspension, no front brakes, a 

frameless Plexiglas windshield, wire-and-bobbin steering, and a small 

122-cubic centimeter motor. They gained a solid following, however, 

and were soon being stretched beyond their design limits on long 

trips. So the steering was replaced by a rack and pinion, the Plexiglas 

windshield by Triplex glass, and the motor was replaced by a larger 

197-cubic centimeter one, all available on the Deluxe model. This 

constant process of improvement and upgrading, the elements of which 

could be had as retrofits for older models, was a practice that was 

carried on for the entire life of the car.

The Bond Minicar Mark B, introduced in July 1951, incorporated the 

technical improvements of the Deluxe, but with the significant addition 

of a sliding-pillar rear suspension using small coil springs, as well as 

improvements to the electrics and brakes. The newly designed body 

looked very similar to the Mark a, but it had more room behind the 

seats, altered rear fenders to accommodate the suspension, and subtly 

larger side-screens with a roomier convertible top. This lovely Mark B is a 

respectable older restoration. It announces its presence with the entrance 

of its long burgundy nose, which is complemented by a red vinyl top. 

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“The Rolls-Royce of scooters”, built in Germany with four-stroke power 

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329 1963 Heinkel Tourist 

estimate: $3,000 - $5,000 


manufacturer ernst heinkel ag production 55,000 

origin stuttgart-Zuffenhausen, germany id no. 0236937 




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r000 The Heinkel 19XX Tourist Make is the quintessential Model German touring scooter. It is 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

heavier, more comfortable, and more stable than the typical vespa, and 


it fits into an upscale class occupied by the Maicoletta, Contessa, and 

the larger Zündapp Bellas. In England, it was called “the Rolls-Royce of 

scooters.” amongst a sea of two-strokes, it was virtually alone with its 

smooth, quiet four-stroke motor that did not trail blue smoke. 

now in its eighth year of production, through five models, the spectacular 

new Heinkel Tourist 103 a-2 made a splash. Its sleek tail echoed the 

american car styling of the time, making it look longer and lower. Up to 

this point, changes from one model to the next involved mostly technical 

refinements. The new engine hood, along with its comfortable bench 

seat, was easily removable for totally free access to the works. 

This is a fine example of the type, restored 

in its correct alabaster and Como Grey 

two-tone, and it is fitted out with a full 

complement of accessories, including a 

luggage rack with spare and the soughtafter 

four-piece Ideal windshield. Today, 

the scooter enjoys a huge following, with 

the excellent Heinkel Club being amongst 

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330 1985 Sinclair C5 

estimate: $3,000 - $5,000 


manufacturer sinclair vehicles 

origin camberley, surrey, england id no. v100050201665 

motor Philips electric production 1,000 

power 250 watts length 5.7 ft. 


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r000 Sir Clive 19XX Sinclair Make was a wealthy Model genius who amassed his fortune by 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

the invention and manufacture of a wide range of visionary electronic 


devices and products. These included home computers in the early- 

1980s, at a time when these were largely still occupying dedicated 

rooms. The idea of mobilizing the population with a personal, ecofriendly 

vehicle consumed Sinclair, at a time when ecological issues 

were in the forefront and recent legislation allowed electrically-assisted 

cycles to be used without a license. 

Sinclair sold a fraction of his own company shares to finance the project. 

Chassis design was handled by Lotus, and the custom motor was 

designed by Polymotor. The polypropylene body shell was the largest 

one-piece injection molding ever attempted to date. after negotiations 

for the former DeLorean factory failed, the Sinclair C5 was built in a 

Hoover factory in Wales. 

The much-publicized launch was held in the middle of winter, and the 

plastic bodies skated over the snow. The press was merciless; sales 

nosedived and production was wound up in six months. as such, remaining 

manufacturer examples of Manufacturer 

this remarkable product are exceptionally rare. This very 

responsive origin vehicle City, Country is a delight to drive under ID no. reasonable ## meteorological 

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331 1960 King Midget Trainer 

estimate: $3,000 - $5,000 


manufacturer Midget Motors Manufacturing production 5,000 (all models) 

origin athens, georgia, u.s.a. id no. n/a 

motor B&s 1-cyl., 4-stroke displacement 300 cc 



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r000 The King 19XX Midget Make car kits Model were only a portion of Midget Motors’ 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

activities. They augmented the sale of the Midget Motors Directory and 


the manufacturing and sales of the motor scooter. The Directory was a 

bi-monthly booklet that advertised army surplus materials like wheels 

and tires, as well as used engines of various sizes and makes. Midget 

Motors also built the Super-Cycle scooter in two versions. The Deluxe 

was powered by a 2 1/4 horsepower motor and went 35 mph. The six 

horsepower Highway Master comfortably went 45–50 mph. 

another interesting area in which Midget Motors was involved was 

the manufacture and sales of driver training vehicles. These took the 

form of a kart-like open chassis with rudimentary bench seating. Two 

models were produced, the King Midget Junior and the King Midget 

Trainer. The Junior was smaller, at 67 inches long and powered by a 

2¼ horsepower B&S engine, and was readily identified by the tubular 

“fence” around the front. The similar Trainer was larger, at six feet, 

and was open at the front. Both 

had an automatic clutch with 

reverse. This well-restored 

manufacturer Trainer from Manufacturer the collection 

sports origin the later, City, Country fully rounded ID no. ## 

motor cycle fenders motor and is beautifully displacement cc 

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332 1953 Velo-Velocar 

estimate: $3,000 - $5,000 


manufacturer Établissements charles Mochet production 6,000 (all types) 



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estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

gap between cyclecar and bicycle. The velocar was somewhat lighter 


than two bicycles while still offering the comfort of a bench seat. It 

was sociable, and one could rest while the other took turns pedaling. 

a remarkable discovery was that one could push on the pedals with 

considerably more force than a regular bicycle, as one could push 

against the backrest—a form of leverage—instead of simply relying on 

body weight. 

Charles Mochet then decided to bridge the gap between velocar and 

bicycle by simply splitting the velocar in half, discarding the bodywork, 

and leaving the driver sitting comfortably in a horizontal position. The 

design, which worked amazingly well, resulted in a large number of 

speed records being broken. The two-wheeled velo-velocar (velo 

means bicycle), nowadays called a recumbent bicycle, was unbeatable. 

So much was this true that the Union Cycliste International barred 

“unconventional” bicycles from competing. an embittered Mochet 

blamed the manufacturers and governing bodies for conspiring against 

him. He died in 1934, leaving his son Georges to carry the flag, and 

he manufacturer did very well Manufacturer until his recent passing. Today, recumbent bicycles have 

seen origin an enormous City, Country upsurge in popularity. ID This no. extremely ## rare example is 

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estimate: $3,000 - $5,000 


vjatskie Poljary 

manufacturer Mechaniceski Zavod 


origin oblast-Kirov, ussr id no. a76484 

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estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

motorcycles.” vPMZ, having previously built 450,000 gramophones, 


was ordered to build scooters. Under severe time constraints, the 

company looked about for the best Western-made product: the 1954 

vespa vL1. They would build a copy that would combine the economical 

motor with the chassis and the tall wheels of the GS model, which were 

better suited to Russian roads. By the end of the year, 10 prototypes had 

been hand-built under enormously difficult conditions. For example, of 

10,000 employees, only one had a motorcycle license. 

In the summer of 1956, the vjatka 150 was announced in the press, 

yet vespa was unable to sue over the blatant plagiarism, as Russia did 

not recognize patent law. They could only hold ineffectual protests. By 

1957, there were enough tools and 1,668 were built the first year. The 

scooter was a success, and by 1962, 100,000 had been built. 

overtly, the differences between the vespa and the vjatka are the 

Cyrillic badge, a slightly different tail, and a lower quality of finish. 

Looking closely, nothing is exactly the same, sometimes differing only 

manufacturer by millimeters. Manufacturer The vespa “clone” was built production until 1966. # Having been 

origin restored in grey City, with Country a green seat and blue ID no. fender accents, # this example 

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334 1957 Vespa-Messerschmitt 150 

estimate: $3,000 - $5,000 


manufacturer vespa-Messerschmitt gmbh production 200 

origin augsburg, germany id no. n/a 

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r000 By the 19XX mid-fifties, Make the vespa Model scooter had become a worldwide 

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phenomenon, with one million examples having been built by 1956. 


German vespa dealers were becoming nervous as licensee Hoffmann 

was in financial trouble. In January 1955, Messerschmitt stood ready to 

take over the Piaggio license for Germany to assure an uninterrupted 

supply and servicing of the popular scooter. The “augsburg Eagle” 

badge now graced the leg shield. 

at first, the company assembled their scooters entirely from Italian parts, 

but by the next year, all components, including body stampings, were 

of German manufacture, except for the motors. To save import tax, all 

speedometers, lights, saddles, and tires came from local suppliers. 

Two models were produced side by side, the 150 Touring, with a 5.5 

horsepower motor, and the 150 Grand Sport, with an 8 horsepower motor 

giving 60 mph. Both models shared the same chassis and 10-inch wheels. 

The Touring models were upgraded three times, and this example 

is of the very rare T/3 model, of which only 200 were made before 

manufacturer Messerschmitt Manufacturer pulled out, and the factory production continued as # vespa-augsburg 

at origin the end of City, 1957. Country It has the faired-in ID no. handlebar # but still has the 

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estimate: $5,000 - $10,000 


manufacturer honda racing corporation 

origin asaka, saitama, Japan id no. ac10-1403754 


power 7.2 hp length 5 ft. 2.2 in. 


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r000 The Honda 19XX Racing Make Corporation Model was formed in 1982 as a subsidiary of 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

the Honda Motor Company, with the charge to participate in motorbike 


racing in order to continually develop new technologies to apply 

to its production bikes. The nSR50 is a 49-cubic centimeter racing 

motorcycle produced as part of Honda’s nSR racing product line. It 

is one of several bikes designed as replicas of the Grand Prix series 

motorcycles built by the Honda Racing Corporation. These replicas 

were equipped with a 49-cubic centimeter water-cooled, two-stroke 

engine and a manual clutch with six speeds. Intended primarily for road 

use in the Japanese market, they were often exported to other markets. 

although not street legal in the United States, the nSR50 quickly became 

a popular bike on the Mini GP racing circuit, as many U.S. states offer 

safe and legal race circuits. This example is nearly new and displays 

only 52 miles on the odometer. It is finished in a sharp combination 

of black, red, and silver livery, 

with a green accent on the 

rear of the seat. Its continued 

popularity on racing circuits 

manufacturer makes a nearly Manufacturer pristine, low- production # 

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The Fuldamobil S-7 for the British market 

336 1958 Nobel 200 

estimate: $10,000 - $15,000 


manufacturer York noble industries ltd. production 1,000 

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r000 Heinkel 19XX distributors, Make noble Model Motors, needed something new when 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

Heinkel folded in 1958. an associated company, York noble 


Industries, purchased a license to build the Fuldamobil S-7 for the UK. 

Manufacturing would be by several firms. Short Brothers and Harland 

Ltd. in Belfast, who had a background in aircraft and shipbuilding, 

agreed to assemble the cars. Rubery owen would build the frame, and 

the fiberglass bodies would be handled by the famed Bristol aeroplane 

Company. The motor was from Sachs, and local suppliers were used for 

smaller parts. The arrangement with Bristol was soon terminated due to 

cost issues, and Shorts took over the body moulds. 

Meanwhile, the flamboyant company head, York noble (often 

misspelled to be the same as the car), embarked on a Europe-wide 

publicity blitz, aided by the beautiful ex-Princess Soraya of Iran, whom 

he had appointed to co-director in a clever marketing move. Company 

Chairman Cyril Lord, the “carpet king,” announced the launch of the 

car in February 1959. 

German Fuldamobil S-7 cars were brought in until production got 

manufacturer underway. This Manufacturer project car is one such example, with its single tone, 

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337 1953 Manocar Prototype 

estimate: $5,000 - $10,000 


manufacturer Établissements Manom production 2 

origin saint ouen, france id no. n/a 

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r000 By the 19XX fall of 1952, Make word had Model already gotten around that the Manom 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

Company was working on a small, three-wheeled, two-seat vehicle. 


The two curvaceous prototypes that emerged displayed a typically 

French disregard for convention, with a tall body shell and deeply 

cutaway doors that enabled one to enter comfortably and be seated 

on the high-mounted seat, almost directly from a standing position. The 

tall Plexiglas windshield and canvas roof furthered this impression of 

roominess, and perhaps deliberately, flew in the face of tiny, cramped 

cars like the Brütsch. 

The bulbous hood, or bonnet, with its large oval grille and headlight pods, 

comprised the entire front third of the body. It pivoted upwards, permitting 

unrivalled access to the motor and complex front suspension incorporating 

the typically French niemann rubber bands. The motor, missing on this 

example, was mounted on the front forks and drove the front wheel vertically 

by chain. Its small displacement enabled the car to be driven without a 

license, and the starkly plain interior further encouraged the intended 

purchasers from perhaps a rural 

demographic. This remarkable car 

manufacturer is one of two Manufacturer prototypes, and it has production # 

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estimate: $5,000 - $10,000 


manufacturer Motobécane s.a. production 1 

origin Paris, france id no. n/a 

motor Motobécane 1-cyl., 2-stroke displacement 125 cc 



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r000 The well-known 19XX Make Parisian firm Model of Motobécane was France’s largest 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

manufacturer of motorcycles and one of the major bicycle manufacturers. 


Their famous moped, the Mobylette, was introduced in 1949, and 

14 million were built until 1985. They also supplied motors in large 

quantities to the many French microcar builders during the seventies. 

The growth of automobile use and the advent of cheaper motorcycles 

from Japan diminished the motorcycle industry in the late-fifties and sixties. 

Motobécane became interested in producing a small car in 1958. The 

Motobécane KM 2 of 1962 was an open two-seater rather like a smaller 

Citroën Méhari, with cutaway doors and a folding windshield. It used the 

company’s 125-cubic centimeter single-cylinder, four-stroke motor that 

delivered nine horsepower. one of the two prototypes was sent to South america 

for endurance testing. The wheels were of the narrow, spoked motorcycle-type, 

indicating that the car was really more of a quadricycle. The following year, 

another prototype car, one resembling the nSU Prinz Iv, appeared. 

In 1962, alongside the KM 2, a prototype small utility truck was built 

called the KM 2U. Research has failed to turn up a period photo of that 

microtruck, manufacturer but Manufacturer this 1962 enclosed-cab full-box production truck prototype # may very 

well origin be the missing City, Country example. It is wonderfully ID no. unrestored # and retains its 

original motor desert-like motor color of Sand Beige displacement with a minimalist cc interior and 

burgundy power seat hp upholstery. 

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estimate: $10,000 - $15,000 



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r000 Lawrie 19XX Bond built Make a prototype Model shopping car that bridged the gap 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

between motorcycle and small car, combining the advantages of 


both. It could be operated at an absolute minimum of running cost, 

and the purchase price was kept low by its simplicity of construction 

as a monocoque. an agreement with Sharp’s Commercials provided 

much-needed production facilities, and the car-building began in 

early-1949. 

Early Bond Minicars (the Mark a designation would come later) were 

stark, primitive vehicles with the 122-cubic centimeter, 5 horsepower 

villiers motor mounted over the front wheels. There was no rear 

suspension at all, some springing effect coming from the recommended 

10 psi tire pressures. The windshield was Plexiglas. Steering, which 

came from the front wheels, was originally by wire and bobbin, but 

it was soon replaced by a rack-and-pinion. It was seen that the cars 

were being used on longer trips, and after only 25 examples were 

built, a 197-cubic centimer villiers motor became available on the 

Deluxe version. There were four colors originally available, including 

Maroon with a red top, seat, and sidescreens; Honey with red trim; 

manufacturer Green with green Manufacturer trim; and Pearl Grey production with blue trim. # Presented here 

origin in bare aluminum City, Country and with its original ID top, no. this example # is ready to 

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estimate: $10,000 - $15,000 


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estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

The Rovin D3 first appeared alongside the popular roadster-bodied 


D2 at the Paris Show in the fall of 1948. Mechanically, it was the 

same, but it was now clothed in an elegant pontoon-fendered art 

Deco style body. It had become a “real” car with actual doors, and 

its sophisticated, water-cooled, two-cylinder motor lifted the new 

Rovin model out of the sea of two-stroke cyclecars populating French 

roads. The Paris Show cars had close-set headlamps integrated into 

the body on both sides of the grille strips, but these did not meet 

French regulations, and the production models had separate highmounted 

lamps. The attractive body style would remain to the end of 

production, nearly a decade later. The lamps were finally integrated 

into the body in 1954. 

Rovin cars are difficult to date by appearance, as detail changes 

were made progressively rather than according to distinct models. 

This unrestored project car is likely a D3 model because its suicide 

doors were current for the entire model run, but the rear-hinged doors 

overlapped briefly into the D4 model, which had front-hinged ones. 

manufacturer It also lacks Manufacturer the D4’s bumper overriders, production but it does # feature a rare 

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341 2004 Blata Elite 13W Minibike 

estimate: $1,000 - $2,000 


manufacturer Blata s.r.o. 

origin Blansko, czech republic id no. cZ2427th 

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r000 Blata s.r.o. 19XX was Make founded by Model Pavel Blata, who has been a designer 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

and factory driver for minibikes since the 1970s. He produced the 


first example to bear his name in his garage in 1991, and by 1992, 

the company had produced 554 minibikes and was beginning 

development of a line of scooters, with export to the United States and 

the European Union beginning the following year. Blata’s success in the 

field is attributable to strong leadership and product care, which made 

it quickly known around the world. 

among the firm’s high-performance machines is the Elite 13 Series, 

which was designed and built for racing on a competitive level. 

Comprised of mostly custom engineered and manufactured parts, 

Blata oversaw every step in production of each bike. Drawing on Pavel 

Blata’s long experience engineering and racing bikes, combined with 

modern manufacturing and CnC technology, each bike has a special 

combination of style and performance. This example of the Elite 13W is 

finished in black with yellow accents and was fully restored in Uruguay 

before becoming part of the museum display. 






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342 1958 Eshelman Sportabout Coupe 

estimate: $3,000 - $5,000 


manufacturer eshelman Motors corporation production est. 12 

origin Baltimore, Maryland, u.s.a. id no. 58s-122-004 

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r000 By the 19XX late-1950s, Make Cheston Model Eshelman was making efforts to upgrade 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

his tiny automobiles. The Sportabout, a somewhat larger version of the 


adult Sport Car, boasted seats for three adults, while sitting abreast. as 

with the earlier cars, however, the capacity was much exaggerated. The 

Sportabout featured electric starting and could be had with a canvas top 

and doors. 

now named Eshelman Motors Corporation, the firm offered three even 

larger fiberglass-bodied vehicles: a coupe, a pickup truck, and a delivery 

van. all had hinged doors and were powered by Wisconsin air-cooled 

vertical twin engines. a full electric system made an ammeter necessary, and 

expected speeds evidently warranted a speedometer. The chassis consisted 

of angle iron rails topped with a sheet of plywood. Plywood also fashioned 

the firewall. The fuel tank was relocated to the rear. The advertised price 

was $1,395, nearly three times that of the original Sport Car. 

only about a dozen of these models were produced, making this coupe 

a very uncommon find. Partially disassembled, it is in need of complete 

restoration. This example is shod with 5.70–18 pneumatics tires, which 

manufacturer are very old and Manufacturer in need of replacement. There production is also a # very rudimentary 

origin coil-spring suspension. City, Country The car appears largely ID no. complete, # save for some 

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Assortment of 


A collection of 17 Messerschmitt models by Revell, 

in various body styles and festive liveries. One with 

a ski rack and luggage! 


French Quiralu 

Messerschmitt Model Cars 

Three Messerschmitt toy cars, with passengers, 

by Quiralu, of France, each in a different color, 

and all in exceptional, original condition. 

estimate: $300 - $400 

Isetta Mold and Sterling 

Silver Piggy Bank 

For the Isetta fan who has everything: a mold to 

produce Isetta-shaped chocolates, with two sample 

chocolates made from it, as well as a sterling silver 

Isetta bank by Vormen Fabriek, of Holland. 

estimate: $250 - $350 

Assortment of 


Twenty-four, 1/43-scale Goggomobil models by 

Schuco, of Germany, one of which has a motorhome 

attached, as well as a Goggomobil TS250 Coupe 

by Premium ClassiXXs. One of only 500 made. 

estimate: $300 - $500 


BMW Isetta Models 

Four, 1/12-scale, metal, 50th anniversary edition 

“BMW Isetta 1955–2005” models by Premium 

ClassiXXs, each in a different color and all with 

luggage racks. Only 500 were made. 

estimate: $200 - $400 

Assortment of Goggomobil 

Transporter Models 

A selection of Goggomobil van models in various liveries and 

by various manufacturers, including mulitple commemorative 

Deutsche Post 50th anniversary models, Premium ClassiXXs, 

1/43-scale TrueScales, and 1/90-scale versions. 

estimate: $300 - $500 


Four, 1/12-scale, metal, 50th anniversary edition 

“BMW Isetta 1955–2005” models by Premium 

ClassiXXs, each in a different color and two 

having open sunroofs. Only 500 were made. 

case: 16 in. x 10 in. estimate: $200 - $400 

Assortment of 

Messerschmitt Collectibles 

Three, 1/24-scale Messerschmitt snap-together models by 

Gunze Sangyo and two toy Messerschmitts with figurines in 

their original packaging, as well as a pair of Messerschmitt 

rubber stamps and a small Messerschmitt stained glass piece. 

estimate: $300 - $500 


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An assortment of child-oriented Messerschmitt models in a 

variety of different scales, including a small remote control 

Tiger, a 1/18-scale KR 200, a 1/87-scale Messerschmitt, 

and even a LEGO Messerschmitt, as well as a Schuco 

microcar set and a Premium ClassiXXs Isetta model. 

estimate: $300 - $500 

Limited Edition Microcar Models 

Six commemorative Messerschmitt models by 

Cursor Modelle, including two Automuseum 

models, a Gold Medal, and the fourth of only 50 

models made to commemorate the Oberreifenberg 

Messerschmitt show in 2005. 

estimate: $300 - $500 

BMW Dealership Model 

Car Display 

A showcase of “BMW: 75 years of automobiles,” 

with seven models, including a 328, a 502 

Limousine, an Isetta 250, a 507 Cabriolet, a 2002, 

and a 645 Ci. One of only 999 produced. 

estimate: $300 - $500 

“Mechanix Illustrated” and 

“Popular Science” Magazines 

A collection of vintage periodicals in outstanding, original 

condition, all from the microcar period of the 1950s. 

estimate: $250 - $500 


Paul Smith 

Microcar Cufflinks 

Four sets of cufflinks for the stylish 

microcar enthusiast, including an Isetta 

300, a Messerschmitt, a Mini, and a 

Fiat, all brand-new and unused. 

estimate: $400 - $600 

VDO Messerschmitt Clock 

A Kienzle clock depicting the 

Messerschmitt. Wind in back. 

diameter: 2.5 in. 

estimate: $500 - $750 

Eco Tireflator 

A large neon sign in as-new condition. 


estimate: $400 - $600 


A selection of 11 Isetta models in athletic club 

livery, from a set of only 5,555 pieces made by 

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Goggomobil Champagne 

and Port Wine 

Two, small 200 mL bottles of Uwe Stauffenberg 

Goggomobil Champagne and two 300 mL 

porcelain bottles of Yellow Pages Goggomobil 

Port Wine. Handle with fun…responsibly. 

estimate: $500 - $750 


Four, 1/12-scale Isetta models, including two bubble 

window versions and one in German Post Office livery, 

from a set of only 5,555 pieces made by Revell. 

estimate: $200 - $400 



Nine archival pieces, including reprints of period 

Champion, Eschelman, and Heinkel advertisements 

and images of microcar collectors. 

estimate: $250 - $500 

Assortment of 

Microcar Books 

A ready-made microcar library, including books on 

Messerschmitt, Lloyd, Zündapp, Mochet, Messerschmitt, 

Kleinwagen International, and microcars and 

microtrucks in general, all new and unread. 

estimate: $300 - $500 


VDO Messerschmitt Clock 

A VDO clock for a Messerschmitt, in excellent condition 

with unmarked glass. Wind in front. 

diameter: 2.5 in. estimate: $500 - $750 

Gas Pump “Dubble Bubble” 


Ideal for fueling one’s sweet tooth, this gas pump 

dispenses Dubble Bubble gum; Well-restored and 

functional, it comes complete with the globe on top. 


estimate: $600 - $1,000 

David Toy Car 

A red-and-white, plastic, friction-drive David toy car by 

an unknown manufacturer, in good, overall condition. 

length: 5 in. estimate: $750 - $1,000 

Twelve Framed, 

Handpainted 

Microcar T-Shirts 

A dozen framed, handpainted microcar T-shirts, 

including Kleinschnittger, Messerschmitt, and others. 

frames: 17 in. x 15 in. (each) estimate: $500 - $1,000 


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Period Microcar 

Advertisements 

A collection of reprints of period microcar 

advertisements, including Gutbrod, Felber AutoRoller, 

Tiger, and Credit Mutual (featuring Messerschmitt), as 

well as a printed history of the cabin scooter. 

estimate: $750 - $1,000 

Bosch Clock, Varta 

Thermometer, and 

Microcar Memorabilia 

Approximately eight pieces, including a Varta Quality 

Batteries thermometer, a Knicks patch kit, a Bosch glass 

clock, a Zeta advertisement, and a Varta Bosch clock. 

estimate: $800 - $1,200 

Unique, Handmade 


Three, artistic, handmade models of the Messerschmitt, 

including yellow and white three-wheelers and a silver 

four-wheeler, all in excellent condition. 

length: approx. 11 in. (each) 

estimate: $2,000 - $2,500 

Large “Gift Shop” Neon Sign 

A large, custom-made neon sign in excellent condition. 


estimate: $800 - $1,200 


Biscuter Comercial Toy Car 

A small, white/blue Biscuter toy without a box, in entirely 

original, unmarked condition. Very rare. 

length: 3.5 in. estimate: $400 - $600 

Framed Isetta Silk Scarf 

Keep warm for two-stroke motoring. Framed. 

frame: 41 in. x 37 in. estimate: $500 - $1,000 


A wide array of 1/43-scale Isetta models by 

Cararama, as well as 1/43-scale Isetta models by 

Schuco and models of the BMW 600 and Isetta. 

estimate: $750 - $1,000 

Porcelain Vespa Service Sign 

An original dished porcelain sign with no blemishes. 

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Porcelain Coca-Cola 

Button Sign 

A porcelain sign in very presentable condition. 

diameter: 36 in. 

estimate: $800 - $1,200 


Display Model 

A green three-wheeled model in 

exceptional, original condition. 


Messerschmitt Cabin Scooter 


An opening, blue, plastic, friction-drive Messerschmitt 

toy, made in England, in virtually as-new condition. 


Shell Oil Pump and Period 

Canisters 

An original, unrestored Shell Oil pump and five, 

assorted, period gas canisters. 

pump: 54 in. x 18 in. estimate: $800 - $1,200 


“Dahlberg Hotel” Pillow 

Coin-Operated Radio 

Model number 4130-D11 and serial number 

47598, with noise suppressor, treble, bass, 

and tone control. All original. 


estimate: $500 - $1,000 

Isetta Tin Toy Cars 

Three tin Isettas, made in Japan in the early-1950s. In 

good, overall condition, but one is missing wheels. 

length: 5 in. (each) estimate: $2,000 - $2,500 

Assortment of Velam Models 

Five Velam models, including four by Quiralu, of France, 

with three small identical models, the fourth in its original 

box, and the fifth by an unknown manufacturer. 


Messerschmitt 

Sewing Machine 

Messerschmitt’s other early post-war product. Early- 

1950s, model number KL.54.ZZ-automatik, entirely 

original, with its original owner’s manual. 


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A white, plastic Messerschmitt toy with passenger, 

in very good, original condition. 


“Roi-Tan” Cigar 


An all-original, “new-old stock” Cigar Counter- 

Matic, model number 25A and serial number 

RMC1064, offering “2 for 25 Cents.” 


estimate: $500 - $1,000 

Assortment of Gama and 

Vitesse Messerschmitt Models 

Over 25 1/43-scale Messerschmitt models, 

depicting all imaginable body styles. 

estimate: $750 - $1,000 



A red, friction-drive Cabin Scooter toy with 

an opening top, made in England. 



“Mercury Hotel” 

Coin-Operated 

Alarm Clock 

Insert a dime and wake up on time! An original 

and rare alarm clock in outstanding condition. 

estimate: $500 - $1,000 

Japanese Tin Toy Cars and 

Original Boxes 

Two, original, tin delivery truck toys, one with TVs 

in back, by Osaka Tin Toy Institute, of Japan, with 

their original boxes, and in as-new condition. 

estimate: $1,000 - $1,500 

Bandai Isetta Toy Cars 

Two tin Isetta toys by Bandai, one red and one 

turquoise, both in very good, original condition. 



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Biscuter Comercial Toy Car 


A red/white Biscuter by Comando, 

of Spain, with its original box. 



Microcar Ads and Images 

Over 15 pieces, including reprinted period 

ads and images representing Mazda, 

Subaru, Larmar, Lloyd, and Alexander. 

estimate: $1,000 - $1,500 

Isetta Fans, Images, 

and Ads 

Approximately 15 pieces, including 

Isetta fans and period advertisements. 

estimate: $1,000 - $1,500 


Tradio-Ette Coin-Operated 

Hotel Radio 

A novel period radio with 

dials for tuning and volume. 


estimate: $500 - $1,000 

Tin Can Messerschmitt 

Models 

A collection of seven tin models 

of the Messerschmitt, one labeled 

Messerschmitt Maha Faly Can Cars. 

length: 3 in. to 11 in. (various) 

estimate: $1,000 - $1,500 

“Empire Made” BMW 

Isetta Tin Toy Car and 

Original Box 

A grey/red, tin, gyromechanical Isetta model, 

with passenger, by Lincoln International, with its 

original box, and in good, original condition. 



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Kiddie Ride and 

Scooter Period Ads 

A collection of reprints of various 1950s kiddie 

ride and scooter advertisements, including the 

“Western Trails,” Bucking Bronco, and Spaceship 

kiddie rides offered from the museum. 

estimate: $1,000 - $1,500 

Isettacarro Tin Toy Car and 

Original Box 

A blue, tin, Isettacarro toy, model number CH90, 

by GH, of Spain, with its original box, and in 

as-new, original condition. 


Goggomobil Transporter 

Neon Sign 

A large, custom-made neon sign in as-new condition. 


estimate: $3,000 - $5,000 


“M&M’s” and 

“Planters Peanuts” 


A Northwestern vending machine in 

fully-functional and operational condition. 

Ideal for a post-auction snack. 


estimate: $3,000 - $5,000 

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U-Select-It “M&M’s” 


A U-Select-It vending machine by Coan Manufacturing 

Company, in fully restored, fully operational condition. 


estimate: $4,000 - $6,000 


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Eshelman Microcar 

Kiddie Ride 

An amazing kiddie ride made from an original 

Eshelman Child’s Car body, with functioning lights 

and a “lifelike” engine and brake pedal that produces 

“screeching” noises. Mechanicals are fully visible 

through the glass panels below. A ton of fun for the 

kids to ride and for the adults to watch run. 


estimate: $8,000 - $12,000 


Mold-A-Rama 

Messerschmitt 

Souvenir Maker 

“Make Your Own Model of the 

Messerschmitt.” Tremendously popular in the 

mid-1960s, these machines could produce 

a blow-molded plastic souvenir with the push 

of a button, in under 30 seconds. Naturally, 

the Bruce Weiner Microcar Museum’s 

example molds Messerschmitts, and as with 

all vending machines in this collection, it is 

fully operational and ready to delight a new 

generation of microcar enthusiasts. 


estimate: $10,000 - $15,000 


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“Chesterfield Cigarettes” 


A five-column model in fully-restored 

and operational condition. 


estimate: $3,000 - $5,000 

Heinkel Neon Sign 


dimension: 36 in. x 30 in. 

estimate: $2,000 - $4,000 

Isettacarro Tin Toy Car 


A small, red, tin Isettacarro toy by GH, of Spain, 

Juguete model number 125, with its excellent, 

original box, and in excellent, original condition. 


Bandai Zündapp 

Janus Toy Car 

A two-tone green Zündapp toy by 

Bandai, in good, overall condition. 



Large Zündapp Sign 

A high-quality Zündapp dealer sign in 

very good, original condition. 

dimension: 126 in. x 14 in. 

estimate: $1,000 - $2,000 

Bandai Isetta Model 


A blue/white, friction-drive Isetta model by 


box, and in virtually as-new condition. 


Vespa Neon Sign 

A large, original Vespa neon, 

partially restored and fully functional. 


estimate: $3,000 - $5,000 


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Large Porcelain BMW Sign 

A domed porcelain BMW factory sign. The 

image area is excellent, with some deterioration 

around the mounting points. 

diameter: approx. 64 in. 

estimate: $3,000 - $5,000 

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Dugrenier Candy 


A beautiful vintage candy vending machine, known 

as the “Candy Man,” in fully functioning and restored 

condition. Excellent paintwork and graphics. 


estimate: $8,000 - $10,000 


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To the moon! This vintage kiddie ride from 

the Space Age has been restored to fully 

operational condition. When fired up, it rocks 

back and forth, speeds up when the lever is 

pulled back, and produces authentic-sounding 

laser/gun noises with the push of buttons. 


estimate: $15,000 - $20,000 


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BMW Sign 

This sign is in superb condition, with few chips evident. 


estimate: $4,000 - $6,000 

Messerschmitt Tiger 

Neon Sign 



estimate: $3,000 - $5,000 

Double-Sided Porcelain 

Vespa Service Sign 

A double-sided, flange-mounted Vespa sign. There 

are very minor chips in the image area, but overall, 

this sign is in very good, original condition. 


estimate: $2,000 - $4,000 


Scootacar, Bond, and 

Biscuter Neon Signs 

A trio of custom neon signs, all in as-new condition. 

dimensions: Biscuter 32 in. x 8 in.; 

Bond 24 in. x 30 in.; Scootacar 30 in. x 14 in. 

estimate: $1,500 - $2,500 

Isettacarro Tin Toy 

Car and Box 

A red, tin Isettacarro toy by GH, of 

Spain, with a reproduction box, and 

in outstanding, original condition. 


BMW Isetta Wristwatch 

An elegant Swiss movement wristwatch, 

as offered by BMW dealers. Automatic 

operation with a calendar and a stylized 

speedometer, on a genuine leather strap. 

Presented in its original case. 

estimate: $1,000 - $2,000 


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A turquoise Messerschmitt toy car by Bandai, model 

number 579, with its original box, and in excellent, 

as-new, original condition. 


Messerschmitt Child’s 

Pedal Car 

A red Messerschmitt “Monterey” pedal-powered 

child’s car with a yellow pinstripe. 


Valley Gold Ice 

Cream Neon Sign 

A large, very charming, original ice cream neon 

sign by Hi-Ad Sign Company, in excellent condition, 

and sure to evoke memories of the corner malt shop. 

dimensions: 

approx. 6.5 ft. x 2 ft. x 1 ft. 

estimate: $6,000 - $8,000

Large Alphy Neon Sign 

A large Alphy neon sign, advising “EAT HERE, 

GOOD FOOD,” in excellent, restored condition. 


estimate: $15,000 - $20,000 

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“Hostess Cakes” 


A large, five-column Univendor machine, 

fully restored, operational, and altogether, 

ready to offer Twinkies and Ding Dongs, 

while supplied last. 


estimate: $5,000 - $8,000 

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Messerschmitt 

Neon Sign 

A large, custom-made neon sign on 

a black base, in as-new condition. 


estimate: $3,000 - $5,000 


PTV, Isettacarro, and 

Autobianchi Neon Signs 

A trio of custom-made neon signs in as-new condition. 

dimensions: approx. 38 in. x 9 in. (each) 

estimate: $1,500 - $2,500 

Period Microcar Ads, 

Images, and Ephemera 

A large lot consisting of over 15 pieces of 

microcar and Vespa items, including period ads for 

Biscuter, SEAT, Heinkel, Voisin, and Lambretta, as 

well as a microcar fan and a Heinkel service sign. 

estimate: $1,500 - $2,000 

Autobianchi and Isetta 


A collection of primarily Autobianchi and Isetta 

black-and-white period ads and images, as well 

as a sign for the Roller Und Kleinwagen Museum. 

estimate: $1,500 - $2,000 

Spanish Isetta Toy Car 


A cream/green Isetta “Juguete” toy by GH, 

of Spain, number 75, with its original box. 



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Moxie Vending Machine 

A restored and fully operational vending machine, 

ready to be stocked with New England’s favorite 

beverage, one of America’s original soft drinks. 

“Make Mine Moxie!” 


estimate: $4,000 - $6,000 

Fully-Functioning, 

Original Phone Booth 

No mere prop, this is a phone booth that can 

still be used to call your friends. Close the door 

and the light comes on, the fan still works, and 

the rotary phone still sends calls as it did when 

new. The phone booth is in excellent, original 

condition throughout, and it is an evocative 

piece of Americana…and practical! 

dimensions: 31.5 in. x 83 in. x 31 in. 

estimate: $7,000 - $10,000 


“Rocket Space Ranger” 

Kiddie Ride 

This Deco kiddie ride uses compressed air to start, and 

then it carries its young passenger on a wild and crazy 

ride, with flashing lights, laser and ray guns that produce 

realistic noises, and a spaceship that rises up and down 

to produce the sensation of traveling at warp speed 

through the galaxy. It is fully functional and ready to fly. 


estimate: $15,000 - $20,000 


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Coca-Cola Sign 

A large porcelain Coke sign in excellent 

condition. The image area is unmarked, 

with limited deterioration to the edges and 

mounting points. 


estimate: $3,000 - $5,000 

Porcelain Fiat Service Sign 

A large porcelain service sign in great condition, with 

deterioration primarily relegated to the edges. 


estimate: $2,000 - $4,000 



A turquoise/blue, friction-drive, four-wheel Isetta 

toy with a detailed interior and opening door, 

model number 588, in its original box, and in 

outstanding, original condition. 



Porcelain Paul Vallée 

Service Sign 

An extraordinary, original service sign 

of a rare microcar manufacturer. 


estimate: $1,000 - $2,000 

Bandai BMW 

600 Toy Car 

A two-tone, blue-and-white, friction-drive BMW 600 

toy by Bandai, in excellent, original condition. 


Messerschmitt/Sachs 

Cut-Away Engine Display 

A Sachs engine, as used in the Messerschmitt 

microcars, cut-away so that visitors can turn the 

crank and watch the parts of the engine move. A 

terrific educational tool that is also a lot of fun. 


estimate: $1,000 - $2,000 


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A mint green/black, friction-drive 

Isetta toy by Bandai, model number 

588, with its original box. 


30 International Flags 

Approximately 30 international flags, 

representing the United States, Greece, Great 

Britain, Australia, Spain, Ireland, Japan, 

France, Italy, and the USSR, with duplicates. 

estimate: $1,000 - $1,500 

Univendor Candy 


This vending machine is fully restored 

and operational. 


estimate: $3,000 - $5,000 


“Miss America Speedboat” 

Kiddie Ride 

The boat on this fully restored and operational kiddie ride rocks back 

and forth while “The Star-Spangled Banner” plays and the bow and stern 

lights glow. A toggle switch on the dashboard operates the interior lights. 

dimensions: 56 in. x 46 in. x 41 in. estimate: $10,000 - $15,000 

U-Select-It “Dots” 


A fully restored and operational vending machine 

dispensing Dots candies. 

dimensions: 12 in. x 73 in. x 12 in 

estimate: $3,000 - $5,000 

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A&W Root Beer Neon Sign 

A multi-colored neon sign in outstanding condition. 


estimate: $2,000 - $4,000 

Large Michelin Sign 

A very large sign in excellent, overall condition. 


estimate: $2,000 - $4,000 

Bandai Tiger Sport Toy 


A white, friction-drive, four-wheel Tiger toy by 


box, and in excellent condition. 


Large, Handmade 

Vespa Model 

A handmade, fully-detailed model of a Vespa, 

produced in Quebec, and aside from a small paint 

chip, it is incredibly well-detailed and impressive. 



Isetta Tin Toy Cars 

Three early-1950s tin Isetta toys. 

Very rare and valuable. 


Bandai Subaru 360 Toy 


A red, tin, friction-drive Subaru 360 toy by Bandai, 


exceptional, original condition. 


Velam Child’s Pedal Car 

Believed to be an original pedal car of the 

period, in excellent overall condition. 


estimate: $3,000 - $5,000 

“Kellogg’s Cereal” 


A beautifully restored, fully functional cereal vending 

machine, which could surely make breakfast a lot 

more fun (and profitable). It’s grrreeattt! 


estimate: $6,000 - $8,000 

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Large Dog ‘N’ Suds 

Neon Sign 

This very large and very impressive sign hails from the 

Dog ‘N’ Suds drive-ins that were once popular all over 

the Midwestern United States. Fully restored as needed 

and fully functional, with its lights blinking, it is still an 

eyecatcher, as it was when new. 


estimate: $15,000 - $20,000 

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“Rodeo Pony” 

Kiddie Ride 

Every child wants a pony, and now the dream can 

come true, with no hay or barn required. This fully 

restored, operational kiddie ride features a horse 

that speeds up when kicked on the side, slows 

down when the reins are pulled, and produces 

authentic-sounding noises. An elaborate leather 

saddle adds a wonderful finishing touch. 


estimate: $6,000 - $8,000 

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Popcorn Vending Machine 

A fully restored and operational machine for 

vending popped corn to the masses. 


estimate: $4,000 - $6,000 


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Michelin Neon Sign 

A large and impressive neon sign advertising 

the classic tire manufacturer, in good 

condition with the image area unmarked. 


estimate: $2,000 - $4,000 

Messerschmitt 

Neon Sign 

This large, impressive, round neon 

sign is framed from behind and is 



estimate: $2,000 - $4,000 

Bandai BMW 

600 Toy Car 

A red, tin BMW 600 toy by Bandai, 

in good, original condition. 

length: 9 in. 

estimate: $1,500 - $2,000 


Champion, Janus, and 

Velorex Neon Signs 

A trio of neon signs in as-new condition. 

dimensions: 

Janus 48 in. x 8 in. 

Champion 16 in. x 32 in. 

Velorex 30 in. x 24 in. 

estimate: $1,500 - $2,000 

Voisin Biscuter Toy Car 


A silver Voisin Biscuter toy with red interior, 

made in Spain; “Juguete” Commando 

model number 401, with its original box 

that has fabulous artwork. 

length: 5.5 in. 

estimate: $2,000 - $2,500 

Original Framed 

Isetta Advertisement 

An original, large Italian Isetta 

advertisement from Iso, c.1950s. 

Extremely rare and desirable. 


estimate: $2,000 - $3,000 


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BMW Dealership Sign 

A painted metal sign of a BMW dealership 

in Bavaria. In good condition. 


estimate: $3,000 - $5,000 

“M&M’s” Vending 

Machine 

Fully restored and functional, it is ready 

to feed one’s sweet tooth. 

dimensions: 30 in. x14 in. x 62 in. 

estimate: $5,000 - $8,000 


“Indian Scout” 

Kiddie Ride 

Built by All-Tech Industries, of Hialeah, Florida, 

this is half kiddie ride and half game: the young 

cowboy or cowgirl rides atop an elaborate leather 

saddle and shoots at the display, with points and 

awards given based on the accuracy of his or her 

shots. It is fully functional and ready to ride. 


estimate: $10,000 - $15,000 

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“Ferrara Pan” 


An eight-column candy vending machine 

painted to vend the products of Chicago’s 

Ferrara Pan, in fully restored and completely 

operational condition. 


estimate: $4,000 - $6,000 

Goggomobil 

Neon Sign 

A new neon sign with Plexiglas 

backing, in excellent condition. 


estimate: $2,000 - $4,000 

Porcelain Gulf 

Dealer Sign 

An original, large porcelain dealer sign 

in good condition, with minor pitting 

and deterioration to the image area. 


estimate: $2,000 - $4,000 



Ads, Signs, and Images 

Over 15 pieces of ephemera, including Heinkel 

period images, Heinkel and Maico service signs, 

and Champion advertisements. 

estimate: $1,500 - $2,000 

Bandai Mazda 

360 Toy Car 

A red, tin Mazda toy by Bandai, in as-new condition. 



ESSO Sign 

A large porcelain sign in good condition, 

with some chipping to the edges and certain 

portions of the image area. 


estimate: $2,000 - $3,000 

Messerschmitt Lighted 

Neon Clock 

A double-sided and fully operational piece. 


estimate: $2,000 - $4,000 


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“Reese’s Candy” 


Who cares who got the chocolate in whose 

peanut butter? Everybody can be happy 

with this six-column vending machine, which 

is fully restored and operational. 


estimate: $4,000 - $6,000 

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“Moon Pie” 


This vending machine has been outfitted 

to offer the South’s favorite treat, and it is 

fully restored and operational. 


estimate: $6,000 - $8,000 


Large Rustler Used 

Cars Neon Sign 

An enormous, fully-restored sign of eyepopping 

proportions that is ready to dominate either 

Main Street or the wall of someone’s car 

barn. Exceptionally rare and attractive. 

dimensions: 

116 in. x 9 in. x 225 in. 

estimate: 

$15,000 - $25,000 


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“M&M’s” Vending Machine 

A restored, fully functional candy machine ready to 

delight children and adults alike. 


estimate: $6,000 - $8,000 

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Bucking Bronco Kiddie Ride 

The thrill of a bucking bronco comes to children in this 

exciting kiddie ride. The head and rump sections rock 

back and forth from the center, and pulling on the 

stirrups speeds the ride up. This very rare kiddie ride 

is presented in fully restored, operational condition. 


estimate: $4,000 - $6,000 


Reyonnah Neon Sign 



estimate: $2,000 - $4,000 



A black, tin, friction-drive, three-wheeled 

Messerschmitt toy with opening bubble, by 

Bandai, model number 579, with its original box. 


Handmade Voisin 

Biscooter Model 

A beautifully detailed 1/43-scale model that is just like 

the full-size Voisin Biscooter being sold from the Bruce 

Weiner Microcar Collection, by Microsprint, of Italy. 

estimate: $2,000 - $2,500 

Fiat, Mazda, and 

Heinkel Neon Signs 

A trio of neon signs in excellent condition. 

dimensions: Mazda 30 in. x 30 in.; 

Fiat 18 in. x 24 in.; Heinkel 36 in. x 24 in. 

estimate: $1,500 - $2,500 


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Handmade Fiat 

Giardiniera Model 

A beautiful, large, handmade model that 

is well-detailed and includes the trunk 

and undercarriage. No manufacturer 

visible. In excellent condition. 


“Cracker Jack” 


A restored Gold Medal automatic 

popcorn vending machine, model number 

100 and serial number 5893, in fully 

restored and operational condition. 

length: 21 in. x 16 in. x 21 in. 

estimate: $3,000 - $5,000 

Fuji Cabin Neon Sign 

An as-new, custom neon sign of the 

delightful Japanese microcar. 

estimate: $3,000 - $5,000 


Lance Candy 


“Just right…right now.” This fully 

restored, operational machine 

by William F. Shepherd Inc., of 

Ohio, vends five candy choices. 


estimate: $4,000 - $6,000 

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“Campbell’s Soup” 


Hot soup is “ready in a jiffy” 

with this amazing, fully restored 

machine, which produces a cup 

of soup in moments. 


estimate: $8,000 - $12,000 

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“Western Trails” 

Traveling Pony Kiddie Ride 

Built by Southland Engineering Company, this 

massive machine is the king of the Bruce Weiner 

Microcar Collection’s kiddie ride collection, and it 

comes complete with the surrounding “corral.” The 

horse rocks back and forth and rides up and down 

the track to music, and it is controlled by pulling the 

stirrups to make it slow and stop, with a platform 

alongside serving as the mount for a parent. This 

would easily be the centerpiece of a collection of 

Western-themed memorabilia. 

dimensions: 120 in. x 48 in. x 43 in. (not including corral) 

estimate: $20,000 - $30,000 


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543 1961 Isetta 300 

estimate: $35,000 - $45,000 


manufacturer isetta of great Britain ltd. production est. 30,000 

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r000 on July 19XX 26, 1956, Make Egyptian Model President Gamal abdel nasser nationalized 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

the Suez Canal. Ensuing hostilities resulted in its closure after nasser 


sank nearly 50 ships at its entrance, interrupting oil shipments to Europe. 

Fuel became scarce, rationing followed, and overnight, microcars 

enjoyed an instant vogue in the British Isles. 

The native microcar industry had largely dissipated, leaving only a 

fleet of fiberglass-bodied aC Invacars, used by disabled persons under 

a government scheme as part of the national Health. The Invacars, 

however, were widely recognized as being unsafe, especially on the 

roads with normal size cars and, particularly, trucks. The Isetta, then 

being manufactured by BMW in Germany, seemed the perfect solution 

to economical cars for the masses. 

Isetta of Great Britain was established in 

1957, at the former Brighton Railway Works. 

Due to its location away from highways, all 

parts came in by rail, and finished cars were 

left the same way. a license was obtained 

from BMW and production commenced. For 

British roads, the cars were reconfigured for 

right-hand drive, which involved moving the 

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huge front door the opposite way. This posed a balance problem, since 

it put the driver (the primary occupant) and the engine on the same 

side. a 60-pound counterweight was added to the left side to correct 

the imbalance. Dunlop tires were fitted, along with Lucas electrical 

components. Girling hydraulic brakes replaced the German aTE parts. 

Despite its diminutive size and welcome economy, the British Isetta 

lagged in acceptance until a three-wheel version was introduced. 

although less stable, the three-wheeler had the advantage of registration 

as a motorcycle, which was not only less expensive but also allowed for 

a wider range of owners to drive it. Four-wheeler production continued, 

but for export only mainly to Canada, australia, and new Zealand; 

production continued until 1964.

This three-wheel British Isetta was built in 1961 and was first registered 

in Yorkshire in March of that year. an excellent restoration, it has new 

paint and upholstery, the former in blue and the latter of grey vinyl 

and cloth. The fabric sunroof is done in dark grey. It has correct Lucas 

lighting, and it proudly bears an Isetta owners Club of Great Britain 

decal on the rear window. an uncommon variant of the well-known 

Isetta, this car is the ideal vehicle with which to round out a collection. 

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manufacturer fahrzeug und Maschinenbau regensburg production 30,286 

origin regensburg, germany id no. tBa 




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r000 From 1957, 19XX the Make manufacturing Model of the Messerschmitt Kabinenroller 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

was transferred from Regensbruger Stahl- und Metallbau GmbH to 


a new Fritz Fend company, Fahrzeug- und Machinenbau GmbH, 

Regensburg. new badges were designed, using an interlockedrectangle 

motif and the letters F, M, and R. other subtle changes 

were made, moving the exterior mirrors to the headlamp pods and 

reconfiguring the instrument panel. However, existing parts on hand 

continued to be used, so the 1957–1958 period was characterized by 

a constantly-changing specification. Thus, it is common to find 1958 

Kabinenrollers with different combinations of features. 

a newly-completed restoration, this early-style Messerschmitt KR 200 

is painted in brilliant red with black vinyl seating. all brightwork is 

of a high quality, and the interior is highlighted by white piping and 

decorative panels. It has the desirable Messerschmitt “bird” emblem, 

which was later phased out in 1958. an excellent example of the 

transitional KR 200, it 

has seen virtually no 

use since emerging 

manufacturer from the Bruce Manufacturer Weiner 

production # 

origin restoration City, shops; Country a 

ID no. # 

motor fresher Kabinenroller motor is 


unlikely power to be hp found. 

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545 1953 Champion 400H 

estimate: $40,000 - $50,000 


reinische automobilfabrik, 

manufacturer hennhofer & co. 


origin ludwigshafen, germany id no. n/a 

motor heinkel 2-cyl, 2-stroke displacement 396 cc 



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r000 It was 19XX time to provide Make the Champion ModelCH-250 

Roadster with somewhat 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

more substantial bodywork. Hermann Holbein sent two chassis to his 


partners at ZF in Ludwigshafen, who built an elegant roadster-style body 

with deep, rounded, curving fenders and a folding windshield. The luxury 

Champion was an impractical proposition though, as it was too heavy 

and too difficult to build. another very interesting proposal was by the 

soon-to-be-famous French industrial designer Louis Lepoix. Produced at 

his home for over two months, it was a little, streamlined coupe with 

smooth lines and a single headlamp, but again, it was too heavy and 

too expensive. Holbein himself commissioned two coupes from both the 

vischer and the Fries coachbuilders in Stuttgart. Both firms’ offerings were 

again too heavy, and Holbein gave up on rebuilding the old 250. 

Meanwhile, a third prototype 

body had been built by Drauz 

in Heilbronn, according to 

Holbein’s old idea that a car 

could be economically produced 

from symmetrical pressings for 

front and rear fenders, as well as 

the doors. The result was a wellproportioned, 

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the semicircular side windows, which rotated down into their doors. 

Delighted with the result, he and ex-BMW Chief Engineer Karl Schäfer 

designed a chassis to go with the existing Drauz body. It would include a 

Triumph 400 motor and an up-to-date specification, including hydraulic 

brakes, rack-and-pinion steering, and rubber-in-torsion suspension. 

after a successful show in Berlin in May 1950, an agreement was reached 

for the two car types to be built by the Benteler brothers. assembly took 

place in a former airport in Mönkeloh. The supply of Triumph motors 

ended suddenly, but a two-cylinder ILo motor became available. The 

Bentelers were tubing-suppliers, so Holbein altered the chassis to suit.

The Champion 400 was pricey, but it offered a steel body, a roll-back 

roof, and disappearing windows. But each car was losing money, and 

production stopped after 1,904 examples were built, to be replaced by 

refrigerators. a frustrated Holbein finally gave up as well. 

The biggest Champion dealer in Germany, Hennhöfer in Ludwigshafen, 

had faith in the car however, and took over production with a new 

company, the R.a.F. By the time production began in april 1953, 

ILo had stopped building their motor, but a replacement was found 

in Heinkel’s 400-cubic centimeter twin. once again, nearly 2,000 

examples of the “H” model were built. This bright red example was 

restored by the museum, and it runs and drives well. 

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The French Variant of the iconic bubble car 

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546 1956 Isetta Velam 

estimate: $30,000 - $40,000 


société de construction de 

manufacturer véhicules léger à Moteur 


origin suresnes, france id no. 103976 

motor iso 1-cyl. (twin-piston), 2-stroke displacement 236 cc 



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r000 Italian 19XX industrialist Make Renzo Rivolta Model was involved with scooter production 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

from 1947 to 1962. There was a surprisingly brief interlude into the 


microcar field (1954–1955) with his sensational Iso Isetta (“little Iso”), 

which was largely responsible for the “bubble car” phenomenon. 

The Turin Show in april 1954 was the Iso Isetta’s debut, and Rivolta 

was busy writing licenses to produce his car. Chief licensee was BMW 

because of its substantial size and reputation as a quality manufacturer. 

a considerable amount of tooling to produce the car was part of the 

BMW deal. at the same time, negotiations for a license for France 

were taking place. Monsieur Budin, President and Technical Director 

of velam, wished to make a substantial 

departure from the Iso product for several 

reasons, the chief one being that BMW 

had taken much of the tooling, potentially 

limiting parts deliveries from Iso, and new 

technical and styling ideas of his own. 

The velam stand at the Paris Show in 

october 1954 displayed an Italian Iso, 

but the word was out about the new 

French car, and most importantly, orders 

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franc deposits. The car did not achieve full production until the following 

year. This took place in a rented part of the Talbot factory in Suresnes, 

and Tony Lago would supply parts. 

The velam was considerably different from the Iso, but it created as 

much of a sensation amongst the show-going public and press. The 

most obvious was the new body shell, smooth and sleek as a newly 

peeled egg, which appealed to the fashion and style-conscious French 

public. The Iso’s pontoon fender line was gone, and there were new, 

removable, shapely front fenders. The shell was now a monocoque, 

with a rear sub frame and a front beam axle bolted to it. The Iso’s 

Dubonnet coil-spring suspension became a niemann rubber-ring type.

The Iso twin-piston motor was retained, and access to it was through a 

small side door and panels on the parcel shelf. The tank and filler were 

on the left. The steering column opened with the door and featured a 

steering damper. The speedometer was in the center of the steering 

wheel, and the dash pod contained an ammeter. a full convertible 

came in 1956, and the stylish Ecrin, or jewel-box, came in 1957, but 

these iconic little eggs could not compete price-wise with the “real” cars 

from the big companies. 

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An exceptionally well documented, preserved, 

and correct two-owner example from new 

547 1976 Porsche 914 2.0 Targa 

estimate: $25,000 - $35,000 


manufacturer Porsche ag stuttgart production 115,000 

origin Baden-württemberg, germany id no. 4762901469 

motor Porsche 4-cyl., fuel-injected displacement 1971 cc 



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r000 The Porsche 19XX 914 Make was introduced Model at the Frankfurt auto Show in 1969, 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

with a price tag ranging from $3,015 to $4,775 USD; however, by 


the time the new model hit stateside, the price jumped by almost 

$1,000 for both models. From 1966 to 1976, Porsche built in excess 

of 115,000 914s, which was an impressive number given the car’s 

unique appearance and character. The 914 was extraordinarily smooth 

looking in its appearance, and its roomy interior allowed comfortable 

seating for two adults with few restrictions. It was designed to have 

ample storage room and did so by utilizing both the front and rear 

decks of the car. The 914’s powerplant proved more than adequate to 

most buyers, as the car’s light chassis and body allowed for impressive 

acceleration and very impressive road handling. 

The example offered here is a rare 2.0 liter example that was acquired 

from its original owner, who has been a member of the Porsche Club 

of america for the last 43 years. It is original and unmodified with just 

43,615 original miles on the odometer, and it wears its original Malaga 

Red with the original vibrant black and red plaid seats. So enthusiastic 

and fanatical was the owner about proper maintenance of his 914 

manufacturer that it has no Manufacturer rust, sun damage, or dings. It includes its original and 

correct origin factory City, options, Country including the Blaupunkt ID no. aM/FM ## radio; the 

motor Performance motor Group, which includes the Fuchs displacement forged cc alloy wheels; and 

the power appearance hp Group, which includes various length leather mm accoutrements. 


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all of these items are detailed on the accompanying original invoice 

from Porsche audi north, of Dublin, ohio, which shows a total 

purchase price of $8,250—quite a princely sum for the time. In fact, 

the car comes complete with all of its original registration information 

and service bills from day one. other original items include the original 

Dura-Coat Rustproof Guarantee issued to original owner Penson Blake 

and even the original cardboard temporary license plate, which was 

issued for March to april of 1976. Close inspection of this Porsche will 

attest to the honesty of its preservation, down to the Fuchs wheels, which 

remain undamaged, leaving this as one of the best, original, untouched 

914s in existence. 

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Exceptionally rare Spanish variant of Gabriel Voisin’s vision 

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548 1957 Biscuter 200-A Zapatilla 

estimate: $25,000 - $35,000 



origin Barcelona, spain id no. an2035 




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r000 The Biscuter 19XX was Make the most successful Modelof 

Spanish microcars, and by the 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

mid-1950s, several thousand were swarming around the countryside. 


That maker was the visionary aircraft designer Gabriel voisin, who 

conceived the Biscooter in France as a minimal vehicle for the common 

man to be run at the lowest possible cost. 

at the beginning of the ’50s, the French airplane and car constructor 

Gabriel voisin developed a small car for the Compagnie aeromecanique 

in Paris. This car didn’t find a ready market in France, so Jose Maria 

Marcet Coll, owner of the autonacional S.a. in Barcelona, purchased 

the license from voisin’s Compagnie 

aeromecanique to produce the vehicle. In June 

1953, he traveled to Barcelona to oversee 

production arrangements, and the car made 

its debut that year at the Feira de Muestras, the 

large industrial fair that took place in the city. 

With slightly redesigned, minimal bodywork 

incorporating bumpers, with the engine 

changed for a Hispano-villiers driving the 

right front wheel, with no reverse gear, and 

with brakes on the transmission and rear 

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contemporaries. It soon got the nickname Zapatilla, for the openheeled 

slippers worn by peasants. The popular name, combined with a 

sequence of test runs up mountain passes and on race tracks, earned it 

a place in the hearts of the people. 

The first model, with aluminum bodywork, was the 100, produced in 

three series. By 1957, the car, now steel-bodied and called 200, was 

available with doors and side windows, a reverse gear, and an electric

starter. By 1960, sales had fallen off sharply, due to the incursion of 

the Spanish-built Fiats by SEaT, and the vast majority of Biscuters were 

scrapped. This car is one of the later steel-bodied examples. Restored 

in Spain, offered here is one of the few extraordinarily rare surviving 

examples of the 200-a. very similar to voisin’s original prototypes, it 

exhibits autonacional S.a.’s better overall fit and finish than the original 

run of hand-built units. The bare body is set off by the red seat upholstery 

and black top. 

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This Biscuter is credited with employing modern industrial techniques 

in production quantity that is much superior to its main rivals, the 

David, the PTv, and the Goggomobil, who arrived on the scene 

with such techniques substantially later. This early entry into the field 

is demonstrative of the brilliance of Gabriel voisin, and it was only 

disrupted after the introduction of the SEaT 600, which became the new 

vogue of Spanish microcars. These important early 200-a Biscuters are 

not often available, and they are a truly important part of the genesis of 

European post-war mobilization. 

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A tiny Italian-built “Fox” with very grown-up styling 

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549 1947 A.L.C.A. Volpe 

estimate: $15,000 - $25,000 


manufacturer anonima lombarda cabottagio aero 

origin Milan, italy id no. n/a 

motor n/a production est. 10 

power n/a length 8 ft. 3 in. 


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r000 The very 19XX attractive, Make tiny volpe, Model which means fox, was an attempt to 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

enter the Italian small car market with an even smaller vehicle than 


the Fiat Topolino. There was a ready market for such a four-wheeled 

vehicle in a country filled with a spirit of optimism and thousands of 

citizens anxious to experience a newfound freedom. 

There was a spectacular introduction for the car held at a theatre 

in Rome on March 30, 1947, featuring the famous comic Erminio 

Macario. The press was enthusiastic with orders, and deposits 

followed. The sleek, flowing lines and masterfully-shaped curves 

emulated much larger cars while retaining proportions very well for 

such a short wheelbase. The tall, narrow grille was reminiscent of the 

post-war alfa Romeos. 

The gearbox was an electromagnetic pre-selector, and the motor 

was apparently designed by Gioachino Colombo, the renowned 

designer of Ferrari engines. It was a 124-cubic centimeter twin with 

crankcase compression directed to the head via two external pipes. 

Supply problems ensued, and it is likely no motors were ever delivered 

and no running cars were ever built, and legal battles followed over 

missing bank deposits. This rare car is restored as original, without the 

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An Australian icon 

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550 1958 Goggomobil Dart 

estimate: $35,000 - $45,000 


manufacturer Buckle Motors Pty. ltd. production 697 

origin sydney, new south wales, australia id no. 131383 

motor glas 2-cyl., 2-stroke displacement 293 cc 



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r000 Buckle 19XX Motors had Make a large Model plant in Punchbowl, australia, where they 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

prepared cars like armstrong-Siddeley, Citroën, Borgward, Goliath, 


Lloyd, and DeSoto trucks for the australian market. an ambitious Bill 

Buckle wished to move on from his father’s extensive retail car business 

to actual production. He had been inspired, as had many entrepreneurs 

in the early fifties, by the possibilities of fiberglass as a body construction 

material. He took two years to develop a high-quality automobile, the 

Cobra-like Buckle 2.5-liter coupe, based on Ford Zephyr components, 

of which 25 examples were built from 1957. 

In australia there was a ready market for a light, economical car, and 

Buckle himself traveled to Bavaria, Germany to meet with the director of 

the largest, most successful small car firm in Europe, Hans Glas GmbH 

in Dingolfing. Despite the language barrier, he managed to secure a 

license for building Goggomobil cars in australia. Rather than importing 

whole cars, he would import only complete chassis and parts, saving 

money on taxes and import duties. Using his experience with fiberglass 

from building his own cars, he pulled molds from original cars and 

produced near-exact copies of the sedan and coupe. The slab-sided 

manufacturer transporter received Manufacturer a much more bulbous production unique-to-australia # body. 


motor But the Goggomobil motor Dart was Bill Buckle’s displacement very own cc creation. He 

brought power his drawings hp to panel beater Stan length Brown, who mm made the steel 


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original for the molds. as with the other Goggos, the standard pressed 

steel platform chassis was used. The Dart was much easier to mould 

than the other models, due to its lack of doors. It was made with two 

halves bolted together at the waistline. a dashboard, headlight nacelles, 

a trunk lid, and air intakes completed the assembly. Quite a few parts 

from the sedan were used, such as badges, lights, and the trunk grille. 

The window was a Renault Dauphine. 

Buckle recalls, “We couldn’t make them fast enough. The reviewers 

of the time loved it, and with the 400-cubic centimeter motor and an 

amazing constant-mesh gearbox, you couldn’t stay with it. a number of 

motoring journalists bought them.”

Today, the sleek little sportster has become an australian icon, with a 

popular advert for the Yellow Pages that featured Tommy Dysart saying, 

“not the Dart” and typing the letters “G o G G o,” securing it firmly 

in the australian public’s mind. This car is an excellent, very correct 

example of a highly desirable collector’s microcar. 

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With very low mileage, it is one of only 500 high performance 

examples by renowned tuning firm Brabus 

551 2003 Smart Brabus First Edition Cabrio 

estimate: $20,000 - $30,000 


manufacturer smart-Brabus Production: 500 

origin rennigen, germany id no. wMe01Mc01Yh064553 

motor inline 3-cyl. displacement 599 cc 



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r000 Since the 19XX launch of Make the Smart Model in october 1998, the car has been available 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

in three standard levels of trim, each with names sounding slightly odd 


to the north american ear: the “Smart & Pure” as the base model, the 

“Smart & Pulse” as the performance model, and the “Smart & Passion” as 

the comfort model. The renowned performance tuning house Brabus has 

had a longstanding relationship with Mercedes-Benz and has provided 

technical and visual upgrades for the Smart since its introduction. Brabus 

was founded in 1977 as a high-performance aftermarket tuning company 

with specialization in Mercedes-Benz, Smart, and Maybach vehicles. It 

quickly became the largest Mercedes tuner other than Mercedes-aMG, 

which became a DaimlerChrysler affiliate in the 1990s. Smart-Brabus GmbH 

is a joint venture of the two firms, and the example on offer here is “the 

first example of the achievement potential of this joint venture,” which was 

appropriately named the First Edition. 

The idea was to provide discerning customers with an exclusive special 

model—a new top line to complement the three existing trim levels. This line 

combines the character of the “Smart & Pulse” as a performance variant and 

the “Smart & Passion” as a comfort variant and provides an opportunity for 

manufacturer the customer to Manufacturer drive both together. The Brabus modifications include a power 

increase origin to 75 City, horsepower, Country leather interior, ID no. paddle shifters, ## body fairings, 

motor lowered suspension, motor and exclusive Brabus-branded displacement light cc alloy rims. only 500 

of power the First Edition hp examples were produced, length this being number mm 287. 


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In keeping with the Brabus tuning heritage, this spunky little cabrio 

boasts a number of racing-inspired features, including bucket seats, 

a “flappy paddle” F-1 paddle shifter, a racing-style fuel filler cover, 

chromed dual center exhaust tips with the Brabus logo, Brabus alloy 

wheels, a brushed aluminum shifter and handbrake, Brabus aluminum 

racing pedals, a dash-mounted tachometer, and various carbon fiber 

accents. This example is triple black and only shows 3,488 kilometers 

on the odometer. as a European model, this car is sold on a Bill of Sale 

only, but it does come with its original German title.

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Rare French-specification model 

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estimate: $20,000 - $30,000 


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r000 The 19XX export markets Make were Model always of great importance to the 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

Messerschmitt companies, both RSM and F.M.R. It is astonishing 


how widely the car was distributed. England, Belgium, Holland, 

Sweden, Switzerland, Italy, Israel, South africa, Saudi arabia, 

australia, Canada, the U.S.a., and argentina all received cars 

modified for that particular country’s regulations. Sometimes the 

factory did the modifications and other times the distributor or 

dealer handled them. It is known that Fritz Fend personally disliked 

the external tubular bumpers, and certainly in that case, the local 

dealers fitted them in a great variety of styles. 

neighboring France received the Messerschmitt early on. The KR 

175 was brought in as the Mesta, then by TIMEX and DKF, and 

later by FInCo and Carl Judenne. This very late example of a 

French export cabriolet is of great interest to both its originality 

and wealth of detail, distinguishing it from the standard German 

model. The car retains its exceptionally rare, original fabric roof, 

faded to grey as they all did, along with its top cover. It features 

French-spec yellow headlamps, fender lamps, mirrors, accessories, 

like a separate radio mount, KR 175-type handlebars, and a set of 

high-mounted bumpers. 






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A genuine police-specification example 

LOT 

553 1961 BMW Isetta 300 Police Car 

estimate: $40,000 - $50,000 


manufacturer Bayerische Motoren werke production few 





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r000 Destined 19XX to become Make one of Model the best-loved microcars of all time, the 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

Isetta evolved from its origins in Milan, Italy and grew to be built 


under license in a number of different countries. The most influential 

licensee was BMW, who took the little car under its huge corporate 

wings and provided it with a very thorough German development 

and production career. The standard version, now called the “bubble 

window,” overlapped the new “sliding window” export version by some 

six months, ending its run in March 1957. 

all Isettas had a sunroof to enable occupants to escape should 

someone park too close to the front-opening door. a cabriolet version 

was also offered, and it featured a small collapsible soft-top section 

where the fixed rear window normally was. a variety of specifications 

were available for different countries’ requirements. For example, the 

U.S. export version had large 7-inch headlamps and “nerf bars,” while 

the tropical versions had door grilles, and the three-wheelers were built 

for England and austria. 

The later cars, like this example from 1961, had a different profile side- 

manufacturer window alloy Manufacturer strip, door script, separate production tail lamps, # and a wide alloy 

origin “wing” below City, the Country slotted air intake. This ID no. rare example # of a genuine 

motor factory-built police motor car, in regulation police displacement green, is cc from Duderstadt, 



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a district of Hildesheim in niedersachsen. It features an authentic blue 

flashing light and radiotelephone, which were added some time after 

the Isetta was taken out of service. 

This police-specification Isetta has been given what can only be called 

an outstanding, concours-quality restoration. The green paint is deep, 

even, and complemented by a flawless application of the police insignia,

which was incredibly difficult to source. all surfaces have been properly 

refinished, down to the felts used in the glass sliding windows and the 

black crackle finish applied to the base of the blue flashing light. It 

is truly a show car and will stand out among a field of Isettas, or any 

number of microcars, due to its uniqueness and quality of presentation. 

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r000 Like the 19XX body and Make canopy, Model the driving controls of the Messerschmitt 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

Kabinenroller show their aeronautical influence. The driver sits forward 


of the passengers, with unrestricted forward and side vision. The acrylic 

“bubble” canopy provides shelter from wind and weather. 

Configured much like the yoke that controls the ailerons and elevator 

of a small plane, the steering bar is operated more by “pushing” than 

turning. The lower end of the steering shaft operates directly on the 

track rods, so the feel is very direct, best accomplished with “small, 

measured inputs.” The four-speed transmission operates sequentially, 

in the manner of most motorcycles, so gears must be selected in order, 

either up or down. However, there is a secondary lever that places 

the car in neutral from any gear, although starting from rest requires 

selecting “down” through the gears to reach first. The KR 200 has 

clutch, brake, and accelerator pedals in their customary locations. The 

brakes are cable-operated, and they operate on all three wheels. 

This lovely black KR 200 is one of the last 

to use the Messerschmitt bird emblems. It 

has the early style dashboard and metric 

instrumentation. It is very basically appointed, 

having neither clock nor exterior mirrors. The 

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stripe, a very attractive combination. Paint, exterior trim, and interior 

appointments are of the highest quality, with no blemishes visible to the 

eye. The engine and drivetrain are exceptionally clean and correctly 

detailed. Double whitewall tires are fitted all around, although a 

blackwall spare is housed in the tail section. 

It is difficult to find any flaws on this KR 200 Kabinenroller. It is sure to 

please the most discriminating of collectors. 

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A rare German amusement park car, fully restored 

LOT 

555 1954 Ihle Schottenring Car 

estimate: $35,000 - $45,000 


manufacturer gebr. ihle production limited 

origin Bruchsal, germany id no. n/a 

motor hirth 1-cyl., 2-stroke displacement 125 cc 



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r000 Generally 19XX credited Make with developing Model the signature BMW kidney grille, 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

the Ihle brothers, Frank and Thomas, of Bruchsal, Germany, also built 


such racing cars as a competition variant of the BMW Dixie. after 

selling their racing car business to BMW, they established “Gebr. Ihle,” 

which translates to “the brothers Ihle,” aimed at producing cars for 

amusement parks and fairs. 

These cars are extremely rare and collectible. This particular example is 

powered by a Hirth two-stroke, single-cylinder motor producing about 

seven horsepower, accessed through a simulated spare tire cover at the 

rear. With a length of only 93 inches and a weight of only about 600 

pounds, it is a delightfully sprightly little motor car, finished in cream 

and black with one of two available front nose sections from Ihle, the 

other of which was simply intended to create some model differentiation 

in Ihle’s lineup. 

Slowing down from a projected top speed of about 25 mph is 

accomplished via rear cable brakes. as this particular Schottenring 

car has been restored to perfection and is one of a few examples in 

manufacturer existence, it Manufacturer should be considered your production grandchild’s # first rare and 

origin desirable collector City, Country car in their collection! ID no. # 




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Original late-production example 

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556 1956 Mochet CM-125Y Berline 

estimate: $10,000 - $15,000 







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estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

Despite solid sales, it was clear that the 3.5 horsepower Zurcher 


motor used by Mochet since 1947 had run its course, and 

beginning in 1952, an alternative Ydral motor could be had on 

the Luxe, Grand Luxe, and Commerciale models. This widely-used, 

reliable motor was the French equivalent of villiers or Sachs. The 

attractive Grand Luxe, with its pontoon-style body, was a success, 

and Mochet used it as an inspiration for a new model introduced 

in December 1954, which was called the CM-125Y (for Ydral) 

Berline Découvrable. 

This enclosed car had doors with framed sliding side windows 

and a canvas roof, which was fixed to the body at the rear and 

able to be folded back at the front. It continued with the Grand 

Luxe style grille with its aluminum strips, later to be replaced by 

a metal insert. It also continued with the perforated wheels, in 

which the slots were soon replaced by circular holes and, finally, 

by solid disc wheels. The Ydral motor was available alternatively 

in the 175-cubic centimeter size, for which a license was required, 

and both versions had an electric starter. This original, unrestored 

example features the grille and solid wheels of the later cars. 






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A “Z-Mold” example with desirable headlamps 

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557 1956 BMW 250 Standard 

estimate: $15,000 - $20,000 







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r000 adapting 19XX the Iso Make Isetta for German Model production involved the substitution 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

of the Iso motor for the BMW four-stroke single from the R 25/3 


motorcycle. It was specially adapted for use in the Isetta and few parts 

were actually interchangeable. 

This car provides a wealth of fascinating detail. Its serial number places 

it not long after the 10,000th car, number 410031, which was built on 

november 10, 1955. appropriately, it is a transitional model falling just 

past the year change, combining the features of the 1955 and 1956 

production cars. The stylish extended headlamp pods were a 1955-only 

feature, as was the plain, unlouvered motor access hatch. Yet, the twotone 

finish separated by substantial and dramatic, chrome Z-molding 

was introduced in 1956, and the amber teardrop-shaped blinkers were 

changed for rectangular ones for that year. 

This German-spec car has survived substantially in its original condition, 

with its colors being Light Blue over Cornflower Blue. The rare Hella BK 

210 rear lamp is properly fitted into the hooded air intake in the tail, and 

the mirror is of the correct curved-arm albert type. First series German 

manufacturer cars like this Manufacturer one could also have had optional production aluminum # bumperettes 

origin at the base of City, the Country fenders. 

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An NSU-Fiat unique to the German market 

LOT 

558 1960 Fiat Weinsberg 

500 Limousette 

estimate: $20,000 - $30,000 


neckar automobilwerk 

manufacturer ag (nsu-fiat) 


origin heilbronn, germany id no. 0202197 




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r000 one would 19XX think that Make there was Model a close relationship between the nSU and 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

the nSU-Fiat companies, but this is not the case. In the late twenties, the 


majority shareholder in nSU, Jacob Schapiro, held a number of different 

business interests. He brokered a deal wherein nSU of neckarsulm 

would merge with his various companies, which promptly proceeded to 

go south. This deal caused grave financial difficulties for nSU, so it was 

decided that the recently built nSU factory in Heilbronn was to be sold. 

Fiat purchased the plant, which came with nSU shares and the nSU 

name. Fiat had no dealings whatsoever with nSU in neckarsulm itself, 

as the Heilbronn plant and name was purchased from Dresden banks. 

Fiat, under the name nSU-Fiat, agreed to finish the remaining nSU cars 

in the new plant and then to manufacture and distribute Fiat cars from 

there. nSU in neckarsulm would manufacture only two-wheelers until 

the mid-fifties, when they returned to car building with the Prinz. 

During the thirties, nSU-Fiat at 

Heilbronn distributed imported 

Italian Fiats and produced 

German versions of the Italian 

Ballila, the Topolino, the 

1100, and the 1500, which 

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The Weinsberg roadster on the Topolino chassis was particularly 

attractive. Post-war, they built the 500C Topolino, the 600 Jagst sedans 

(171,355 examples), and the 500 Weinsbergs, as well as the 850 

adria, the 1100, and the 1400/1900 series. 

In 1955, nSU of neckarsulm was the world’s largest producer of 

motorcycles, but they saw the market going soft and began the 

development of a car that became the Prinz in 1958. To avoid 

confusion between the two companies, nSU-Fiat changed its name to 

neckar, after the nearby river, although cars usually continued to carry 

the nSU-Fiat badge.

This particular car is an nSU-Fiat model unique to the German market 

and was built from 1959 to 1963. It is a Weinsberg-bodied Fiat 500 

with the four-seater limousette body, which was distinguished by its rearquarter 

windows. a two-seater coupe with a wraparound rear window 

was also produced. Close examination shows the stylish sheet metal 

front fenders were added overtop of the Fiat body structure. Weinsberg 

was a large bodybuilding concern that had been sold to nSU-Fiat in 

1938. Post-war, it bodied all German nSU-Fiats and neckars, as well 

as Ford and Büssing trucks, ambulances, and Gutbrod cars, moving 

into the motor home and caravan field in 1969. 

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559 1956 Eshelman Child’s Sport Car 

estimate: $10,000 - $15,000 



origin Baltimore, Maryland, u.s.a. id no. tBa 

motor B&s 1-cyl., Model 6 displacement 6.28 cu. in 



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Both the adult and Child’s Eshelman Sport Cars were revised for 


1956. There were no doors, but side cut-outs were added to aid 

in entry and exit. The cars retained the heavy steel plate platform 

chassis of earlier models, as well as the cast nose and tail sections, 

the former with a heavy “toothy” cast grille. advertisements boasted 

that “even the children can use it about your property. It’s so easy to 

operate and sturdily built.” The latter description an understatement. 

The cars had no suspension and obviated a differential by driving 

one rear wheel only. 

a fine example of the late style Child’s Sport Car, this Eshelman 

has the cut-out “door” openings and contrasting yellow interior. The 

seat cushion is black with red piping. It also has the opening hood 

characteristic of late models, but unlike the adult model, it is not 

hinged, but rather secured with screws to deter curious small hands. 

only a hand throttle is provided, but starting is still by recoil pull cord, 

and stopping the engine requires reaching into the compartment 

for a switch. There is no lighting, but rather a pair of reflectors to 

manufacturer the rear. Tires Manufacturer are 10-inch semi-pneumatics. Superbly restored, this 

Eshelman origin Child’s City, Country Sport Car will please ID children no. and ## adults alike. 




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560 1958 Brütsch Mopetta 

estimate: $25,000 - $35,000 


manufacturer egon Brütsch production 14 

origin stuttgart, germany id no. 0012 

motor ilo 1-cyl., 2-stroke displacement 49.5 cc 



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r000 Egon 19XX Brütsch was Make a tireless, Model energetic inventor and constructor 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

of automobile prototypes. He was a passionate believer in the new 


fiberglass material and felt that the cheapest method of car construction 

was to join two half-body shells along the centerline. He decided that 

he would build the world’s smallest car for the 1956 IFMa (International 

Bicycle and Motorcycle Exhibition) in Frankfurt. 

The prototype Mopetta body was apparently created overnight. He did 

have time to fit wheels for the IFMa show, but as the mechanicals were 

as yet absent, it was hung high up on the stand, away from prying eyes, 

and it managed to create a great deal of interest from several countries. 

after the show, he set about making the little vehicle work, fitting a 

50-cubic centimeter Ilo motor with a pull-starter on the outside left of a 

short ladder frame with trailing arms at the rear and an Earles-type fork 

at the front. Ever the promoter, Brütsch attempted to market it as a boat. 

Georg von opel, a member of the opel family but not the business, 

tried to market it as the opelit, to no avail. Five cars went to England, 

with most selling through MPHW Sales. This example is part of a run 

manufacturer of 14 replicas Manufacturer that were eventually built by production the highly-respected # Bittners 

origin brothers after City, a two-year Country process of painstakingly ID no. gathering # all of the 

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561 1957 Iso Isettacarro 

estimate: $45,000 - $55,000 


manufacturer iso Motor italia s.a. production 4,900 

origin Madrid, spain id no. B158073 

motor iso 1-cyl (twin piston), 2-stroke displacement 236 cc 



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r000 Towards 19XX the end of Make the forties, Model Renzo Rivolta had made up his mind to end 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

production of his Isothermo refrigerators, as there was more demand for 


vehicles in this post-war recovery period than demand for his expensive 

refrigerators. Scooters were the transport of choice at the moment, but 

his first effort, the Furetto, was a dismal failure, which, according to 

legend, Rivolta buried in a hole in the ground. The Isoscooters and 

Isomotos of 1950, with their split-single motors based on a Puch design, 

were a success though, and they were built for six years. 

The designs were a stepping-stone towards an actual vehicle, which 

emerged in prototype form in the summer of 1952. Based on the 

drawings of engineer Ermenegildo Preti, the Isetta, or “little Iso,” was 

a sensation at the 1953 Turin Show. The resulting license fees made 

other, later, projects possible for Rivolta. 

Small delivery vehicles were very 

much an integral part of the 

Italian commercial scene, with 

very many companies involved in 

this competitive market segment. 

Rivolta himself had built a 

Lastenroller-type vehicle called 

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alongside the egg-shaped Turismo, the company offered the Iso (or 

Isetta) autocarro half-ton mini-truck. The autocarro was heavier than 

most light goods carriers, and it offered a unique front-opening layout 

that suited certain delivery applications. It came in several versions, 

including a pickup with a canvas tarp top flush with the cab, or a larger, 

taller box with rounded corners. other specialized applications, such as 

ladders or tipper boxes, were possible. The demand was so great that 

as many autocarros were sold as the Isetta itself.

The standard Isetta cab was cut off 

flush at the rear window and panelled 

shut. It was fitted to a custom tube 

frame that was essentially the same at 

the front, but it extended rearwards, 

doubling up in the motor area and 

extending over the top of a new 

full-width rear axle and differential, 

providing a very strong base for the 

load carrying area, at the expense 

of some additional weight. The Iso 

twin-piston single still provided the 

power. Iso Motor Italia in Madrid 

had the Iso license for Spain, and 

they built both the Isetta and the 

truck, renamed Isettacarro 500 (for 

its load capacity in kilograms), and 

it was distributed by autovehicules 

S.a., also in Madrid. Motor Italia 

later became associated with 

Borgward-Iso Española S.a., which 

had German connections, and later 

changed its name to the latter. 

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The Isettacarro has, of course, the special details characteristic of the 

marque, including the headlamp pods with their rare white teardrop 

side-lamps mounted on the fenders, the unique retractable door handle 

with its special ivory-handled interior latch, a superb cloisonnée “Iso 

España” badge, an art Deco-style instrument pod with its ultra-rare 

speedometer, and underneath, the Dubonnet-type suspension with the 

enclosed spring boxes turning with the wheels. Special mention must be 

made of the superbly crafted wooden pickup box and drop-lid built to 

the highest cabinet-makers’ standards.

This car was “a treasured family member” of the Pallas family since its 

purchase from new. It was carefully maintained, and its originality was 

painstakingly preserved. It became necessary to put it in the care of 

the club, who refurbished the car. During this process, some preserved 

items were replaced with new ones, for aesthetic and practical reasons 

(such as the tires), and it has had a reverse light fitted. The original ivory 

two-spoke steering wheel is claimed to be the only one still in existence. 

Here is a remarkable opportunity to acquire an exceptionally rare 

microcar that has survived in substantially original condition, yet it offers 

a modicum of practicality to the modern collector of microcars. 

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An extraordinary, original and 300-kilometer Italian-licensed 

Messerschmitt acquired from its original owners 

562 1954 Mi-Val Tipo MO Mivalino 

estimate: $50,000 - $75,000 


Metalmeccanica italiana 

manufacturer valtrompio s.p.a. 


origin Brescia, italy id no. 30321 

motor Motocarrozzetta 2-stroke displacement 171.7 cc 



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r000 In november 19XX 1953, Make Metalmeccanica Model Italiana valtrompio s.p.a., of 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

Brescia, Italy, maker of Mi-val motorcycles, took a license to produce 


the Messerschmitt KR 175. The company had begun as a manufacturer 

of machine tools, but technical director and engineer Ettore Minganti 

entered into partnership with gunsmith Pier Giuseppe Beretta, Giuseppe 

Benelli, and William Castelbarco albani. The partners provided funding 

and technical support to create a new factory intended to produce 

cheap transportation, which was greatly in demand in post-war Italy. 

In 1950, they embarked on the production of lightweight motorcycles. 

The first model, the 125T, was a near copy of the DKW 125. Taking 

the name Mi-val, an acronym of the company title, the firm applied the 

marque to their products. Soon, they were among the most popular in 

Italy during the 1950s. Inexpensive but robust, they also began offering 

more upscale features in search of wider 

markets. Four-stroke models were also 

introduced in displacements of 125, 175, 

and 200 cubic centimeters, but these did 

not achieve the great popularity of the 

125T. manufacturer The company Manufacturer built its own engines, production # 

some origin featuring City, Country twin overhead cams. ID no. # 

others motor were motor supplied to norman Cycles, displacement cc 

of power Britain, for hp the nippy III moped. length mm 


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Components for the Messerschmitt variant were imported from Germany, 

but Mi-val used their own 171.7-cubic centimeter Motocarrozzetta 

two-stroke engine and production began towards the end of 1954. 

Christened “Mivalino,” the vehicle enjoyed a certain vogue. one was 

used as the personal transporter for Sam Lowry, played by Jonathan 

Pryce in the 1985 Terry Gilliam cult film Brazil. Rigged to look like it was 

powered by a small jet engine, the car was destroyed in a spectacular 

fire. another Mivalino film cameo came in the 1991 anjelica Huston 

movie The Addams Family, where it was driven by Cousin Itt. Production, 

however, was fairly short-lived, ending in 1955 or ’56, and it is believed 

that no more than 100 were built.

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This Mivalino came from the family 

owning the oldest Ford dealership 

in Rome, which was also a Mi-val 

dealer. as the original owners, they 

drove it barely 300 kilometers, 

which is the mileage it shows 

today. The archetypal “bubbletop” 

three-wheeler, it is in exceptional, 

original condition. Clearly 

undisturbed, it has a few blemishes 

on the brightwork, the marks 

of age. The light green paint, 

however, is in very good condition 

and holds an excellent shine. The 

drivetrain is clean, but it shows 

considerable patina, as does 

the interior, whose rubber 

floor mat has a few stains 

but no tears. Remarkably, 

the bubble canopy has 

endured no discoloration, 

scratches, or fractures.

all Mi-val badging is intact, as are all instruments and even the 

handlebar grips. The original spare tire is housed in the tail. a most 

remarkable example of a very rare conveyance, this exceptional 

Mivalino is without peer in the entire realm of microcars. This example 

came into the ownership of the museum after an astonishing inquiry 

was made asking if the museum would be interested in acquiring the 

car, which had never been sold by the dealer’s family and never been 

titled! The tremendous documentation includes copies of some of the 

original promotional literature, the original certificate of origin from 

Metalmeccanica Italiana valtrompio s.p.a., and other Italian language 

documents that typically do not remain with cars of any stature. 

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Transporter “Dubble Bubble” 

estimate: $80,000 - $100,000 



origin dingolfing, Bavaria, germany id no. 2196847 




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r000 Towards 19XX the end Make of 1954, the Model word was out that the “Goggo” scooter 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

builders, Isaria-Maschinenfabrik in Dingolfing, were building a small car 


called the Goggomobil. The name derived from Hans Glas’ nephew’s 

nickname, which was Bavarian for rooster. It was a full-size sedan in 

miniature. The power, and the characteristic whistling sound, were 

supplied by a blower-cooled 250 twin developed by former adler Chief 

Engineer Felix Dozekal. The advanced welded-steel platform chassis 

featured swing axles at the rear and surprisingly also at the front, both 

with coil springs, making for excellent road-holding. 

The toy-like transporter, called the “mailbox-on-wheels,” was in sharp 

contrast to the curvaceous sedan and sleek, stylish coupe. Instead 

of adding a Fiat Giardiniera-style station wagon to the lineup, Glas 

opted for a fully-utilitarian van with the absolute maximum of loadcarrying 

volume possible on such a short wheelbase. The same chassis 

pan of the other models was 

used, including the three motor 

sizes, 250, 300, and 400. The 

transporters were supplied with 

different manufacturer gearing Manufacturer however, and production # 

these origin motors City, are Country designated “L.” ID no. # 

access motor to the motor was through a displacement cc 

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load area and a hinged vertical access panel in the tail. an electric preselector 

shift was available, with a small dash-mounted lever working 

in a four-position cross-motion and a reverse-gear pin below, which 

activated solenoids in the gearbox in conjunction with the clutch. 

a load capacity of 550 pounds and a volume of 57 cubic feet provided 

a remarkably useful capacity for such a small sized vehicle, together with 

an absolute minimum of taxes and running costs. a handy feature was 

the pair of sliding doors, enabling the driver to enter and exit quickly by 

leaving the doors latched open for repeated pickups and deliveries or 

making it easier to work in narrow or cramped locations. a sidewaysfolding 

passenger seat enabled long loads to be carried, and to make 

better use of the load area, the fuel tank was located under the driver’s 

seat, with an oversized filler opening. 

Surface treatment was pragmatic rather than styled, with stiffening 

debossings on flat surfaces throughout. These increased in number 

early on, with additional pressings ahead of the door and an additional 

diamond-shape between the large side rectangles. a large “G” emblem 

and a pointed swage line were embossed on the near-vertical nose 

panel. another pragmatic note was the floor treatment consisting of 

removable wooden latticework sections, which isolated passengers and 

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lined with hardboard. There was more useful storage space up front, 

with a deep wire basket in the dash and a large parcel shelf beneath the 

dash, this is also where the spare tire was situated. 

This spacious, economical little van perfectly suited the requirements of 

the Deutsche Bundespost in 1956, when the production of the venerable 

Tempo Boy three-wheeler trucks stopped. no other small truck maker 

offered a quarter-ton capacity except Glas. They placed an order for 

2,000 examples, which would end up being nearly two-thirds of the 

total production of transporters. Private owners were not forthcoming,

as the price of a new Goggo Transporter was comparable to that of a 

used vW bus in very good condition. Glas tried again with a quarter-ton 

pickup, which again found many buyers in the city maintenance sector. 

The delightful Goggo Transporters are among the most sought-after 

by collectors these days. The pressed-steel metalwork is also difficult 

to restore. This example has been rebuilt by the museum to the highest 

standards, and it is authentic in every respect. 

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A limited production, special edition model with unique features and accessories 

564 1957 Messerschmitt KR 201 Roadster 

estimate: $60,000 - $70,000 


manufacturer regensburger stahl und Metallbau production 300 





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r000 Messerschmitt 19XX customers, Make particularly Modelin 

warmer climes, had issues with 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

the heat-buildup inside the Plexiglas dome. The factory had always been 


aware of the issue, and popular accessories for protection from the sun 

included a suction-cup tinted panel for the inside, an adjustable exterior 

visor, and a white linen sunshade, which clipped onto the top frame. 

The year 1957 would be a busy one for the new F.M.R. Company, 

because, in June 1957, during the introduction of the special KR 201 

Roadster, the press could see evidence of an upcoming four-wheeled 

version making its rounds. 

a proper solution to the bubble-top issue would be that of a fully 

convertible roof. Indeed the result was easily the most stylish and 

elegant Messerschmitt ever produced. a freestanding windshield 

supported by polished brackets 

and a multi-bow folding top 

frame and fabric top that had 

somewhat lower, more rakish 

lines than the bubble, gave the 

manufacturer new roadster Manufacturer a sporty, svelte production # 

origin look that was City, in Country sharp contrast ID no. # 

motor to the somewhat motor more utilitarian displacement cc 

sedan power version. hp length mm 


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The Roadster was a limited-production special edition, which had, 

in addition to its completely demountable convertible top, numerous 

equipment upgrades. The interior was in black, the first time that color 

was used, with striking accents in a faux-snakeskin pattern, highlighted 

by bright red piping throughout. The interior side panels featured twin 

polished aluminum trim strips. The leather belt was in white, and the 

shift lever had a white knob. The dash panel layout followed the new 

1957 specification, with a cream ashtray in place of the clock and 

a rearranged switchgear incorporating a new light switch. The radio 

opening had special white speaker cloth under its chrome wire mesh 

grille. The roadster body featured fender lamps and portholes, as well 

as new curved-arm Kontakt mirrors exclusive to this model (and later to 

the Tiger), which were seen on the headlight pods. new slotted hubcaps

with twin-eared spinners added sparkle to the wheels. a measure of 

protection from the rain was provided by a set of roll-up, soft, clear, 

vinyl side screens, which attached by press-snaps, the front portion of 

which could be folded back and held open by a pair of double-sided 

snaps. The Roadster was finished in a new shade of bright red unique 

to this model, called Signal Red. In some markets, like England, this 

was the only color offered, but the home-market cars were available 

in white also. 

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F.M.R. was a small company able to cater to individual customer’s wishes, 

and deviation from standard specs, such as substituting the ashtray for a 

clock or changing the color, was not unusual. This car is fitted with not 

only the much sought-after clock, but the ultra-rare WeltFunk autosuper 

aU 545 radio, with its separate tube amplifier located under the rear seat. 

The imitation snakeskin used on the KR 201 was a very bold, mostly black 

and white pattern (soon fading to brown), which repeated a 10-by-20-inch 

section over the entire roll. Today, this exact, bold pattern is not available, 

and the closest thing the restorers found that matched the original were 

genuine reticulated python skins, which were used throughout.

after a brief run of KR 201 Roadsters over two years, the special-trim 

model was discontinued, but the Roadster continued to be available 

on special order to the end of production. They were never identified 

as a 201 model on the ID plate, so late-production roadsters lacking 

the special trim are often referred to as 201s as well—still a matter of 

debate in some circles. Factory original examples of this most elegant 

and sporting of Messerschmitts are highly sought-after, and this is an 

outstanding example in every respect. 

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565 1958 David 

estimate: $40,000 - $50,000 


manufacturer david s.a. production 75 

origin Barcelona, spain id no. B0063671 

motor david 1-cyl., 2-stroke displacement 345 cc 



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r000 The origins 19XX of this Make venerable Model company lie in the somewhat strange field 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

of bobsledding. Soon after the turn of the century, Don José Manuel 


de armangué was building wheeled bobsleds for use in his hot, dry 

country. He began fitting JaP motors for the return trip up the hill. 

His cyclecars were very successful in the cyclecar boom years of the 

teens and twenties, and he produced a wide range of lightweights 

with various four-cylinder motors, including an ingenious 16-speed 

transmission. Taxi bodies were being fitted to some cars and, after the 

cyclecars were finished, and after the accidental death of its founder, 

the company sold Citroën 10 horsepower Landaulet taxis. During the 

Spanish Civil War, many Citroëns were converted by David to electric 

power due to gas shortages. 

It was a changed world in 1950, and the reorganized company offered 

a range of small three-wheelers, which were advertised “not as a car 

with one less wheel, but as a motorcycle with one more wheel.” The 

first body style had the rear wheels and separate fenders outside of 

the body, with headlamps integrated into the nose, while the second 

series enclosed the wheels entirely, and the headlamps were situated 

manufacturer independently Manufacturer on the front bumper. This production was the most # commonly seen 

origin version, and City, it was Country built as a trio of typically ID no. Spanish # body styles, from 

motor open-sided runabouts motor (the Torpedo) to displacement woody station cc wagons (the 

Rubia), power to minitrucks hp (the Tricamioneta). length mm 


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Truly an original blank-sheet-of-paper design, the David’s tube chassis 

supported trailing arms on coil springs at the rear. It featured a motor 

mounted behind, and turning with, the front wheel, which was in 

turn suspended from the chassis on an amazing three-quarter elliptic 

leaf spring. The gear lever, working through a huge “H” slot in the 

dashboard, selected the gears via fingers running through the middle 

of the front kingpin. The large, Teutonic white steering wheel (from an 

auto-Union supplier) turned a primitive, large-diameter, open crownand-pinion 

via a voisin patent constant-velocity joint. Rear brake levers 

and cables were external, another eccentric touch.

The car was a success in Spain, and along with Biscuter, Kapi, and PTv, 

David Sa was one of the four all-Spanish firms that produced microcars 

in significant quantities. This particular car was restored in Spain. It is 

a delight to drive and offers a very unique driving experience, which is 

one of the many joys of owning an exotic microcar. 

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566 1953 Fuldamobil N-2 

estimate: $40,000 - $50,000 









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r000 The amusingly 19XX rotund Make Fuldamobil Model qualifies as perhaps the longest- 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

built microcar, being in production in various forms by various firms 


throughout the world for nearly 20 years. The story begins with norbert 

Stevenson, a young freelance journalist spending all of his spare time 

in the damp basement of his house designing a small car. His “design 

department” consisted of piles of papers and drawings scattered over 

a rickety old table next to a wood and cardboard mock-up of his 

proposed three-wheeler. a sponsor allowed the purchasing of parts and 

a motor, but these had to be returned as its partner exited the scene. The 

design was offered to Karl Schmitt, who was a wealthy, highly qualified 

engineer and the head of a large Bosch distributorship and an electrical 

equipment business that repaired electrical generators. 

Karl Schmitt had considered entering the small car business as well, and 

he adopted Stevenson as his official constructor. He was not convinced 

by the tandem layout, so he polled his employees, asking them if they 

would rather sit side-by-side or in tandem. They answered with “bench 

seat” unanimously, and Stevenson, under the watchful eye of Diplom- 

Ingenieur Schmitt, was pretty much given free-rein to develop his car. 


origin Work began City, in october Country 1949, and by Christmas, ID no. a # chassis was being 

motor test-driven on motor tractor-seats. In January, a displacement body was constructed cc in steel 

on power a wood frame hp along camping-trailer length lines, with an mm angled flat front 


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and two separate front windows. It was clear that the motor needed 

improvement, so Stevenson drove to nurnberg to see Triumph’s new 

twin-piston single. The firm’s director, Reitz, saw the little Fulda and 

asked “What is that silly thing?” whereupon Stevenson turned and 

drove away. The drivetrain problem was solved by Baker und Pölling, 

who offered to bore out their chainsaw motor to 250 cubic centimeters 

and supply it with a sprocket to take a starter motor. Gearbox-makers 

Hurth offered their three-speed-plus-reverse gearbox.

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More prototypes emerged, including roadsters with painted plywood 

bodies and a more normal, new rounded nose. The filling and painting 

were too labor-intensive, so it was decided to go the Lloyd route: 

having the body covered with leathercloth. The glider-manufacturer 

Schleicher agreed to supply these plywood-on-ash bodies. a pre-series 

of 48 cars, evenly divided between open roadsters and closed coupes, 

demonstrated quality control issues with the Baker and Pölling motors. 

The motor, however, continued to be fitted into the series production 

n-1 series, which retained the attractive rounded nose shape, beginning 

in august 1951. a total of 320 of these were built before the B&P 

chainsaw motor was replaced by a 360-cubic centimeter Fichtel & 

Sachs stationary-type motor on the n-2 model a year later. 

Shortly after the introduction of the new Sachs motor, the bodywork 

received a startling overhaul that would make the little Fulda’s name 

widely-known. The plywood skin was replaced by panels of embossed 

aluminum, which eliminated painting, and the deep embossing hid 

small surface faults and damage well. It became known as the “silver 

flea.” a smooth, aluminum-painted version was also available at an 

extra cost. The car achieved a distinctive position in the marketplace as 

a comfortable, well-sprung family vehicle, which, with its folding seat, 

could be used on camping trips.

This well-known car was obtained from a German museum that had 

completely rebuilt the body over hundreds of hours in 1980, using 

fresh ash beams and the correct pattern-embossed aluminum sheet. 

This vintage German aluminum pattern is no longer available, so 

it would be impossible to rebuild the car to original specs today, 

presenting an exceptional opportunity to acquire a very rare and 

significant microcar. 

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567 1973 Datsun 240Z 

estimate: $25,000 - $35,000 


manufacturer nissan Motor company ltd. production 46,282 (U.S. sales) 

origin tokyo, Japan id no. hls30-129076 

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r000 Few realize 19XX that Make the roots Model of nissan reach back to 1912, when a 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

young man named Masujiro Hashimoto created a car named DaT 


(after three family member’s initials). By 1934, the cars were Datsuns 

(Son of DaT) and the company was nissan. 

By the late-1950s, a young engineer named Yutaka Katayama, who 

had been educated in america, advocated both the use of racing 

to develop the breed and the idea of a car designed specifically 

for the very different roads and drivers in america. Katayama hired 

noted German designer Dr. albrecht Graf von Goertz, who had 

been involved in the creation of both the BMW 507 and the Porsche 

911. He and the nissan styling staff would develop the design, while 

Yamaha would engineer the drivetrain and build the prototype. 

However, nissan and Yamaha could not agree on the engine design, 

so the project was shelved. 

nissan then decided to develop the new car in-house. Chief Designer 

Yoshihiko Matsuo and his team developed the car we know today 

as the 240Z, using both the Jaguar E-Type and the Porsche 911 

as manufacturer influences. Manufacturer Introduced in 1969, it production was an immediate # success, 

offering origin striking City, styling, Country strong performance, ID no. advanced # specifications, 

exceptional motor motor build quality, and an affordable displacement price. cc The car’s sleek 

lines power easily placed hp it in the top ranks of length production mm sports cars of the 


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time. Inside, a luxurious interior with reclining seats, an impressive 

instrument binnacle, and a host of standard equipment creature 

comforts added to the appeal. Its sophisticated SoHC engine, fourwheel 

independent suspension, and disc brakes put the car in a class 

by itself, and for the first time ever, owning a Japanese car was the 

dream of many american high school boys. 

one of those high school boys was Bruce Weiner, who had a 240Z as 

his first car. Like most car guys, he remembered his first car fondly, and 

years later, he sought out one for its replacement. In typical fashion, he

found the best example possible, the wonderful, original car offered 

here. It continues to wear the paint, interior upholstery, and trim with 

which it was delivered with from the factory. over $8,000 was spent 

making the car perfect, including installing new tires, and having a 

Datsun specialist go over the car from top to bottom to make sure that 

it was fully mechanically sorted. Detailed to the nines, this is the 240Z 

you pined for back in 1973. 

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Full restoration of a rare Spanish-market Isetta 

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568 1955 Iso Isetta 

estimate: $30,000 - $40,000 


manufacturer iso españa s.a. production 6,000 

origin Madrid, spain id no. iMi001851 

motor iso 1-cyl., 2-stroke displacement 236 cc 



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r000 In 1954, 19XX as he Make negotiated Model the sale of the Isetta design to BMW in 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

Germany, Renzo Rivolta issued a number of licenses to constructors 


in other countries, notably France and Brazil. Foreign assembly was 

already proceeding in Belgium and by Iso España S.a. in Madrid. 

Spain, with a minimal motor industry of its own, was especially receptive 

to other nations’ automotive products after World War II. The flagship 

Hispano-Suiza enterprise had been sold to Empresa nacional de 

autocamiones S.a., whose Sava and Pegaso brands produced mostly 

trucks, buses, and military vehicles, albeit with a few sports cars. Since 

1990, Enasa has been owned by Iveco. Gabriel voisin’s last car, the 

tiny Biscooter, was taken up by autonacional S.a. as the Biscuter, and 

it enjoyed a 10-year run. In 1950, Sociedad Española de automóviles 

de Turismo took up the manufacture of Fiat under the SEaT badge, 

a brand that endures today as a subsidiary of volkswagen. alongside 

these there was a welcome market for small, inexpensive cars, so the 

Isetta was a good fit. 

Built from Italian parts, the Spanish Isettas were all but identical to the 

home manufacturer market Manufacturer version. This Spanish Isetta production has been # the subject of a 

complete origin restoration. City, Country attractive in beige ID and no. red, it # has a roll-back 

beige motor fabric motor sunroof. although the quality displacement of the restoration cc is good, 

some power trim items hp and the instrumentation length are candidates mm for detailing. 


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Spanish assembly of Isettas continued after Italian manufacture had all 

been transferred to Germany, in parallel with France and Brazil through 

1958. Rivolta’s passion in the mid-1950s had been re-directed to 

sports cars, and shedding the Isetta business allowed him to concentrate 

on what became the Iso Rivolta, a Corvette-engined car designed by 

Giotto Bizzarini. Its gestation was long, however, and the Rivolta did 

not appear until 1962, by which time the production of Isettas in all 

countries had ceased.

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The second to last Messerschmitt ever produced 

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569 1964 Messerschmitt KR 200 Roadster 

estimate: $25,000 - $35,000 


fahrzeug und 


production limited 





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r000 With the 19XX formation Make of their new Model company, F.M.R., in January 1957, Fend 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

and Knott were free to work on new projects that had been cooking on 


the back burner for some time. The concept of a fresh-air, wind-in-theface 

model to supplement the Plexiglas dome had been addressed right 

from the start of KR 200 production, with a roll-up, stowaway, soft, 

plastic, clear dome, which never materialized in prototype form. 

a full-convertible with folding scissor top bows seemed to have been the 

perfect answer. a free-standing windshield, full-length plastic armrests, 

soft vinyl side-curtains, and a top cover for the folded top completed 

the specification. The entire top bow mechanism, together with its roof 

fabric, was fitted into slots, making it completely removable in seconds. 

Introduced as a limited-run special model, the KR 201 Roadster 

included upgraded black and faux-snakeskin trim, portholes, fender 

lamps, slotted hubcaps, and white interior accents. The Messerschmitt 

was still more of a practical utility vehicle at the time, and the somewhat 

impractical roadster sold in only relatively few numbers. 

The proper and very successful solution was, of course, the cabriolet, 

manufacturer which used the Manufacturer existing top frame and replaced production the dome # with a cloth 

origin roof on removable City, Country bows. The weatherproof ID no. side-screens # remained in 

motor place. The roadster motor body style, however, displacement continued in cc production to the 

very power end. While hp the KR 201 with its special length trim was mm discontinued after 


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a couple of years on the books, the small company was able to build to 

individual customers’ orders quite easily. 

This car is very significant in that it is the second-to-last Messerschmitt ever 

produced, the last car being 80287, which came off the line in august 

of 1964. It is also significant in that it is a very original example of the 

roadster body style without the KR 201 special trim. Standard KR 200 trim 

is used throughout, without the snakeskin accents. The trim panels and 

seats are still original, except for the seat faces, which have been replaced

with fabric. The rarely-seen soft vinyl side-screens are still there, and 

the mirrors are the sought-after Kontakt type, fitted only to KR 201 

Roadster and Tg 500 models. It was previously owned by well-known 

Messerschmitter Dr. Hans Dopjans. Factory original Messerschmitt 

Roadsters are among the most collectible of all microcars, and as 

the second-to-last car to be produced, it maintains special standing 

among all others. 

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A one-off microcar 

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570 1954 Daus Prototype 

estimate: $15,000 - $25,000 


manufacturer daus werke production 1 

origin hamburg, germany id no. tPu3283 




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r000 otto Daus 19XX was possessed Make of Model a singular natural ability to understand and 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

improvise mechanical things. He came from an aviation background, 


as did many microcar builders of the time. Having designed, built, and 

flown his own airplanes by 1914, he vowed never to fly again after 

what he saw during the war. He worked for a long time, from 1929 to 

1947, as the chief designer for the company vidal und Sohn, makers 

of the well-known Tempo three-wheeled trucks. 

He formed his own independent engineering office, taking with 

him several vidal people. He remained on good terms with them, 

however, and continued to do design work for vidal, including a 

“Geländewagen,” or off-road vehicle, in 1958. This Daus 214 was a 

three-wheeled, front drive Kübel/Schwimmwagen with a Heinkel motor 

and a retractable propeller. 

Daus built this one-off microcar and fitted it with an ILo 200 twostroke 

motor with thermo-syphon cooling, like that of a Ford Model T 

or austin Seven, and a sophisticated electric pre-selector transmission. 

There were three forward and three reverse speeds, and the engine 

manufacturer could be removed Manufacturer and installed in 16 minutes. production This rare # prototype car 

origin never received City, an Country official “KFZ Brief” or ID vehicle no. registration # document, 

motor making it essentially motor a single-owner example. displacement cc 



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A very rare and original example of an elusive French microcar 

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571 1953 Ardex 

estimate: $15,000 - $25,000 


manufacturer ardex production very limited 

origin nanterre, france id no. 2003 




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r000 The elusive 19XX French Make firm of ardex, Model under the leadership of one Marcel 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

Tamine, constructed a variety of very small, light cyclecars in an 


erratic, artisanal manner over several decades. His occasional small 

advertisements were first seen in 1934 in the specialized press, but no 

ardex vehicle ever appeared at one of the salons. Despite this, word 

seemed to get around, and hundreds of examples continued to sell until 

well after the Second World War. 

During the thirties, the company produced a delightful cyclecar in the 

Morgan style with polished aluminum bodywork. The war, however, 

saw the introduction of restrictions on materials, so an alternate type of 

construction had to be found. This took the form of a thin, moleskincovered 

plywood body powered by an electric motor and/or pedals. 

again, it was right for the times. In 1942, a production batch of 80 

electric vehicles went to the well-known battery manufacturers Fulmar. 

Post-war, limited production continued with both wood and aluminumbodied 

vehicles in the same idiom into the late fifties. Showroom 

demonstrations were available only on Mondays and Saturdays. 

manufacturer The museum Manufacturer car sports a unique dash-operated production clutch. # Finished in 

origin turquoise, this City, is an Country exceptionally rare, original, ID no. unrestored # vehicle that 

motor is, indeed, a motor true survivor. 




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572 1956 King Midget Series II 

estimate: $10,000 - $15,000 


manufacturer Midget Motors corporation production 1,500 

origin athens, georgia, u.s.a. id no. v5893 

motor wisconsin 1-cyl., 4-stroke, l-head displacement 380 cc 



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r000 In 1951, 19XX a much Make more practical Model car was offered by Dry and orcutt. 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

It was called the Series II, and it resembled the Jeep, with its square- 


cornered fenders. Intended for shopping or the golf course, the car 

gained a considerable following, and it was produced for five years. It 

is still seen today in Shriners parades. The dimensions of the car were 

chosen to be that of a four foot by eight foot sheet of plywood, so that 

four could fit side by side on a railway car. This way, the car could be 

shipped efficiently and directly by the customer himself, who took the 

key that was tied to the battery cable, put some gas in it, and drove 

away. Parts came from various parts suppliers, such as the Crosley firm 

in Cincinnati, who supplied the steering wheel and muffler. 

The convertible top bows did not fold down, but they were completely 

removable and could be left at home. Drive was by a chain to one 

wheel, and the brakes were on the 

rear wheels only. options included an 

automatic transmission and a long list 

of accessories, including wooden doors 

with canvas side-window inserts. By 

now, manufacturer the price Manufacturer was $550 USD. Finished production # 

in origin black, the City, example Country shown here is a ID no. # 

very motor beautifully motor restored version of the displacement cc 

deluxe power second hp series Midgets. 

length mm 


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573 1953 BMA Hazelcar 

estimate: $5,000 - $10,000 


manufacturer gates and hazeldine production 6 

origin hove, sussex, england id no. e17 

motor electric displacement n/a 



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r000 Electric 19XX cars did not Make have the Model impact in England that they had in other 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

gas-starved countries, such as France, during and after the war. The 


Hazelcar, named after R.E. Hazeldine, of Hazeldine Motors, was a 

rare but serious attempt to change the course of things. In 1952, the 

English company Gates and Hazeldine, of Hove, financed a project 

for the Battery Manufacturing association (BMa) to manufacture an 

electric vehicle. 

The bodyshell was a pleasing roadster style with doors (missing on 

this example), which was fabricated in aluminum. It was powered by a 

specially designed electric motor of one or two horsepower, which was 

fed by nine 6-volt batteries, which lived under the front hood. Drive was 

by a double-reduction chain from a four-speed gearbox with a switchoperated 

reverse. 

Speeds up to 20 mph and a range of 60 miles were quoted, but as with 

many electric vehicles, the actual performance varied greatly, being 

severely compromised by load and road gradients. at £535, it was too 

expensive to have any impact. a van version was also offered, but six 

manufacturer cars were only Manufacturer ever built, the last being powered production by a # conventional gas 

origin motor out of City, a Ford Country Eight. The cream exterior ID no. color # works very nicely 

motor with the blue motor upholstered seats, and it displacement has been given cc just the right 

amount power of pop hp by the polished wheel covers. length mm 


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574 1956 Fuldamobil S-6 

estimate: $25,000 - $35,000 









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r000 Karl Schmitt’s 19XX reluctance Make to produce Model the S-1, and its “sale” to nWF, who 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

fitted it with an unsuitable motor, did not sit well with Fuldamobil designer 


norbert Stevenson. With low pay and a five-member family to feed, the 

future was uncertain. Stevenson decamped to join a group developing 

a three-wheeler with remarkable similarities to the Fuldamobil, called 

the Pinguin. This failed, as did many other such ventures, and eventually 

Stevenson joined Ford in Cologne, where he was paid three times his 

salary at Fulda. 

The Fichtel & Sachs 191-cubic centimeter motor first fitted to the 

S-3 prototypes gave a more sporting driving feel to the Fuldamobil, 

with its less torquey, higher-revving characteristics requiring more 

frequent gear changing. The motor, while in most respects identical 

to the Messerschmitt’s, was not a direct swap, as it had a different 

side-exit muffler and different gearing to deal with the considerably 

heavier, 827 pound, dry weight of the Fuldamobil. 

This weight had a great deal to do with 

the heavy-welded tube chassis, which 

consisted of two full-length largediameter 

tubes, a third half-length tube in 

the center, and substantial crossmembers. 

From the beginning, Stevenson had spent 

a great deal of time on the front axle, 






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suspension, and steering. He developed a very modern concept, that 

of negative Steering Roll Radius, which reduced steering effort and 

kickback and has only recently been seen on Mercedes S-Class cars. 

With Stevenson gone, Works Manager Zinsser was free to eliminate the 

expensive process involved with making the front axle, and he decided 

to simply hang the front wheels on the ends of the transverse springs, 

which slid in vertical tubes. This redesigned chassis was the essential 

characteristic of the new S-6 model, built from october 1956. The car 

was also available in a three-wheeled version and could optionally be 

fitted with hand controls to suit. The curvaceous aluminum bodywork 

remained the same, again available in blue, grey, green, and beige.

The small bullseye window in the opening rear hatch had severely 

restricted rearward vision on previous models, and the generally 

increasing traffic density demanded a solution. This took the form of 

replacing the entire opening hatch with a large fixed Plexiglas rear 

window, which opened up a panoramic rear view and gave the S-6 

its immediately distinguishable feature. This example of the rare S-6 

model was brought in from Germany and has been beautifully restored 

in an attractive blue with a plaid interior, and it is ready to be shown 

with pride. 

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Superb, fully restored KR 200 from the firm’s transitional period 

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estimate: $40,000 - $50,000 


fahrzeug und 







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r000 Like much 19XX of German Make industry, Model Messerschmitt, a builder of airplanes 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

and aeronautical equipment, emerged from World War II into uncertain 


times. Prohibited from building war materiel, the company had to search 

for consumer products to manufacture in order to stay in business. 

In Messerschmitt’s case, this proved to be a tiny car designed by an 

aeronautical engineer. 

Fritz Fend had designed a hand-propelled vehicle in 1946, a 

three-wheel, single-seat machine using bicycle wheels. He began 

manufacturing them in 1948, adding a 38-cubic centimeter victoria 

engine to make it self-propelled. a 98-cubic centimeter Sachs engine 

shortly became available, and smaller, scooter-size wheels made the 

vehicle more car-like. a tandem-seat version was launched in 1953. 

However, Fend’s company, Fend Kraftfahrzeug 

GmbH, lacked production capacity. He 

approached Messerschmitt, with whom he had 

professional connections. The collaboration was 

a good fit for both parties, and Fend worked with 

Messerschmitt engineers to refine his design. 

Messerschmitt took up manufacture with the KR 

175 Kabinenroller (enclosed scooter). The larger 

engine KR 200, with additional refinements, such 

as a reverse capability, followed in 1955. 






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an early-1958 model, this Kabinenroller has the Messerschmitt “bird” 

emblem and dashboard with radio cutout, although neither the 

radio nor the optional clock is fitted. It has had a recent, high-quality 

restoration, and it is painted red, with a black vinyl cockpit and seating. 

The interior is accented with white piping and side contour décor. It has 

a metric speedometer that is nicely detailed and a white steering bar. 

The paint and brightwork are both of very high quality, and the Shinko 

double whitewall tires are virtually new. The Fichtel & Sachs two-stroke 

engine is clean and well detailed, as is the rest of the drivetrain. a 

superb example of the transitional KR 200, with the early style trim and 

dashboard, this car lacks nothing and is ready to be enjoyed. 

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Highly authentic restoration 

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576 1935 Velocar 

Camionette ‘Motoriseé’ 

estimate: $25,000 - $35,000 


manufacturer charles Mochet production 6,000 (all types) 

origin Puteaux, france id no. 0.01 

motor stanley 2-cyl., 2-stroke displacement 80cc 



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r000 Shortly 19XX after the Great Make War, Model Charles Mochet came up with the idea of 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

a stable, four-wheeled pedal cycle in response to his wife’s request for 


a “safe” cycle for their young son Georges, who was terrorizing the 

neighborhood on his bicycle. The four-wheeler worked very well, as the 

rider could push with his legs against the fixed seat back for leverage. 

In 1924, the concept of two people riding side-by-side was applied to 

the four-wheeled cycle, now called the velocar, with “velo” meaning 

cycle. one rider could relax while the other continued pedaling, or jump 

out the door and push up hills. a great many were sold, in particular to 

blind World War I veterans who could make a useful contribution to the 

family by pedaling while the wife steered. at that time, ordinary working 

people did not have powered vehicles at all, and the velocar was a big 

step towards the as-yet unaffordable motor car. Several decades later, 

these sturdy vehicles can still be seen for rent on the beach in Marseilles. 

The design of Mochet’s velocar 

evolved from the sharp-prowed 

boat-like shapes of the mid-twenties 

and a flatter but still angular nose, 

to a nose curving in a smooth shape 

from the front axle to the cowl. Tails 

were teardrop-shaped, with angular 






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boxes growing out vertically on the Camionette or Familial versions. 

Here is an example of this type. It features the optional enclosed floor, 

making it a “Modele Confort,” which made riding through puddles a 

much more civilized process. 

This particular car has been the subject of a painstaking restoration by 

the museum. The wood body was reconstructed and covered with a 

specially sourced, original-type leathercloth called “Moleskin.” Wheels 

were individually respoked, and a sprung-pillar type front suspension 

smoothed out the ride somewhat. It retains its original single set of

driver’s side pedals, but as it is one of the larger velocar models, it has 

been fitted with a motor at some point before the Second World War 

to help with the forward motion. This conversion was typically done to 

many of the pedal-only velocar models by specialty firms like v.E.L. The 

motor is crude and noisy, and it is fed by a small, cylindrical fuel tank 

mounted inside the cargo box. This is a rare, unique vehicle that makes 

a poignant statement about a resilient population making the best of a 

difficult time in history. 

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A true one-off, used in period as a daily driver by its French builder 

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577 1955 Grataloup 

estimate: $20,000 - $25,000 


manufacturer M. grataloup production 1 

origin Bagnères-de-Bigorre, france id no. 3045564 

motor villiers Mark iX 1-cyl., 2-stroke displacement 247 cc 



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r000 This is 19XX yet another Make one of the Model myriad of one-off microcars produced 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

during a time when it was still possible to set up shop and build a car 


for the road with little governmental or regulatory interference. 

The Grataloup is cleverly designed and built with a high level of 

craftsmanship and mechanical competence. It was discovered in a 

Citroën garage in Biarritz, on the southwest coast of France. The 

garage owner had met Monsieur Grataloup, who lived in Bagnèresde-Bigorre, 

near Lourdes, a short distance to the east, and it is 

understood that the car was used as a daily driver by the ingenious 

Grataloup. 

a disparate collection of parts make up the drivetrain. The motor is a 

British villiers MK IX, allegedly out of a BSa motorcycle. The Roman 

numeral designation was used by villiers pre-war, and the Mk IX series 

a dates back to the late twenties. a separate gearbox from a French 

Renée Gillet is driven by a chain, and a separate starter motor is 

driven by a leather link-belt. The clutch is connected by three belts, and 

there is a chain drive to the rear wheel. Suspension is by leaf springs, 

manufacturer transverse in Manufacturer front and longitudinal at production the rear. More # BSa parts are 

origin used throughout. City, Country For the enthusiast in ID search no. of absolute # rarity, the 

motor French Grataloup motor represents a true once-in-a-lifetime displacement cc offering. 



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578 1958 Goggomobil T400 

estimate: $5,000 - $10,000 


manufacturer hans glas gmbh, production 174,548 

origin dingolfing, Bavaria, germany id no. 1112449 




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estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

Hans Glas in Bavaria accomplished what the majority of microcar 


manufacturers could only dream of: the large series production of a very 

popular car over a very long period of time. There were over 174,548 

examples of the Type 250 produced, which is considered wildly successful 

for a manufacturer of any type of motorized vehicle. The model evolved 

throughout the years, mostly with changes in cosmetic appearance. 

However, beginning in 1956, a 300-cubic centimeter engine was 

introduced to complement the standard 250-cubic centimeter unit. Later 

on, a 20 horsepower, 400-cubic centimeter engine was available, but 

most of them were fitted to U.S.-bound cars, like the car offered here. 

This T250 sedan is also fitted with the desirable electric pre-selector 

transmission and is a truly time warped example, having never been 

restored. Finished in black with its original red interior and black mats, 

it also bears originality beyond that of patina, including an original 

sticker from Siraky’s Scooter Center in San Francisco, California, who 

likely sold this Goggomobil new. The oregon license plates are also 

likely original to this car, and its last registration stickers are from 1966. 

manufacturer overall, this Manufacturer car presents in excellent, unmolested production condition # and would 

origin serve equally City, well Country as a candidate for restoration ID no. or preservation. 

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579 1960 McDonough Buckboard 

estimate: $10,000 - $15,000 


manufacturer Mcdonough Power equipment production n/a 

origin Mcdonough, georgia, usa id no. 099534 

motor B&s 1-cyl., 4-stroke displacement 131 cc 



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r000 This is 19XX an example Make of the Model classic buckboard style of vehicle that 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

has been an american tradition since the days of the horse-drawn 


conveyance. Designed as a kit to be assembled at home, such vehicles 

could be ordered through various mail-order catalogues or through 

small ads in do-it-yourself magazines, such as Popular Mechanics or 

Popular Science. 

Young boys growing up on farms in the Midwest were a strong market 

for these homebuilt examples, and the wide open spaces with little or 

no road traffic particularly suited these vehicles. The most well-known 

make was the Briggs & Stratton Flyer. In 1918, B&S bought the rights 

to the Motor Wheel (a detachable powered fifth wheel) from the a.o. 

Smith Co., builders of the Smith Flyer, another buckboard. 

In 1924, B&S sold the rights to the automotive Electric Service Co., 

who continued to market the vehicle as the auto Red Bug. They were 

available in the five-wheel gasoline version as well as a four-wheel 

electric version powered by a Dodge starter motor. They continued to 

be popular and were even exported to Europe, where they were used in 

manufacturer fashionable resorts Manufacturer as beachfront transport. production This particular # car was sold 

origin as a kit through City, Sears, Country J.C. Whitney, and ID other no. mail-order # catalogues, 

motor and it is in very motor good, proper, overall order. displacement cc 



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A faithful recreation of the original hunting 

car owned by Kurt Donath, CEO of BMW 

580 1955 BMW Isetta Jagdwagen 

(Hunting Car) 

estimate: $25,000 - $35,000 


manufacturer Bayerische Motoren werke production 1 





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estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

a busy executive needs a way to relax after a long day in the boardroom. 


For Kurt Donath, CEo of the Bavarian Motor Works, happiness was 

hunting, and to please their chairman, BMW built him a “Jagdwagen,” 

or hunting car. Essentially a golf cart for the wilderness, this car was 

based upon a stock Isetta chassis and running gear, with custom 

bodywork designed as a mount for two gentlemanly sportsmen, and 

it offered space in which to haul home the spoils of a successful hunt. 

The original Jagdwagen was long ago lost, but the Bruce Weiner 

Microcar Collection’s vast and varied Isetta collection would not be 

complete without one. The result is this car, a painstaking recreation 

constructed on an Isetta 

chassis, as the original was 

lost nearly six decades ago. 

It is virtually identical to the 

car built for Donath, and it is 

the ideal automobile for the 

BMW enthusiast who has 

manufacturer everything…or Manufacturer a country 

production # 

origin house. Happy City, hunting! Country ID no. # 




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One of the best surviving examples 

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estimate: $35,000 - $45,000 


ets. de construction 

manufacturer générale auto-cycles 

production limited 


motor aubier-dunne 1-cyl., 2-stroke displacement 125 cc 



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r000 Paul Martin’s 19XX new Make Map Company Model was founded in 1927, but its origins 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

actually go further back to his father’s cycle company, dating back to 


1898. The unusual name of new Map combined the then-fashionable 

interest in things English (new) with the founder’s initials (Martin, Paul). 

The company logo and factory façade were Egyptian-themed, reflecting 

the popular interest in the discovery of King Tut’s tomb in the twenties. 

Paul was soon offering a range of motorcycles, making the frames 

in-house while using a number of proprietary component suppliers to 

complete them. The firm gained a reputation for quality machines, helped 

by the acquisition of the Swiss firm of Motosacoche, and prospered. 

In 1938, Martin decided that there was room for a “voiturette” in 

the market, so he added the delightful little new Map “Baby” to his 

catalogue. The elegant miniature roadster was the work of a Mr. Curnier, 

also from Lyon. It had a simple tube frame fitted with a steel body, 

transverse leaf spring front suspension, 

conventional leaf springs at the rear, 

and it was powered by a rear-mounted 

manufacturer Fichtel & Sachs Manufacturer motor driving a solid rear production # 

origin axle by chain. City, The Country direct steering used a ID no. # 

motor small reduction motor gearbox. The faux-grille displacement cc 

imitated power that hp of the contemporary Ford. length mm 


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The popular little car, now called “Rolux” in the literature for the first time, 

continued to be built immediately after the war, albeit under license. The 

location has been misinterpreted to be Geneva, Switzerland, but it was 

very likely to be the small town of Geneva in France, close to Lyon, 

as Martin had a habit of forming new Map-financed manufacturing 

divisions with satellite factories in the area. The name “voiturette Baby” 

continued to be used in the literature, and also in the type names.

This Rolux is an example of a vB 58, the early, post-war type 

characterized by its short, rounded tail and rear fenders, a different 

chassis with coil springs and swing-arms at the rear, the lack of an 

opening front hood, and an aubier-Dunne motor driving the solid rear 

axle by chain. a luggage compartment was next to the motor in the 

tail. The attractive steering wheel is the original three-spoke aluminum/ 

wood type, and the folding windshield frame of this model is in the 

correct cast aluminum. also correct for this model is the plain, pre- 

Rolux grille badge. a small door is fitted on the driver’s side, a pricey 

option that involved extra reinforcement, and which makes this one of 

the better of the surviving examples. 

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One of the finest Spanish microcars, fully restored 

and presented with its builder’s signature 

582 1959 PTV 250 

estimate: $35,000 - $45,000 


ausa automoviles 

manufacturer utilitarios s.a. 


origin Monresa, spain id no. M977 

motor air-cooled, 1-cyl, 2-stroke displacement 247 cc 



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r000 Bruce 19XX Weiner has Make excelled Model in collecting not only some of the rarest 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

microcars, but also some of the rarest examples of each type, with 


multiple versions of these seldom-seen miniatures in his collection. This 

is clearly seen in his ownership of two PTvs, “the small car with great 

performance,” produced in Manresa, Spain during the late-1950s and 

early-1960s. 

The PTv was ordinarily one of the better-equipped microcars, built 

towards an upscale market with two-tone paint, chrome trim, and 12inch 

wheels. However, in keeping with Mr. Weiner’s policy of showcasing 

all the variations of a certain car that he could find, the example offered 

here is an early Sport model, which lost such comforts as doors and 

side windows, keeping only a windshield and skimpy folding top. The 

result is a car that feels like a slightly more sophisticated dune buggy, 

and it could, indeed, be used for 

similar purposes, zipping around 

the marina or the streets near one’s 

beach house. With its sprightly 

orange paint and cozy black and 

manufacturer red interior, the Manufacturer car has a delightfully production # 

origin eager, puppy-like City, Country appearance. a ID no. # 

motor white steering motor wheel is indicative of displacement cc 

this power model. hp length mm 


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Reportedly, with its 13 horsepower, single-cylinder engine with an 

aluminum piston and head, this little PTv is capable of 75 km/h, which 

must be a memorable experience. With independent front suspension, 

it even handles well, an experience rare among microcars. 

The car is presented in nicely restored and driveable condition, so that 

the new owner can have their experience for himself or herself. as they zip 

up and down the road, they can be reassured that this car is one of the 

nicest examples of the PTv extant, as evidenced by the nod of approval 

it received from builder Guillem Tacho himself —in the form of a short 

hand-written message to Mr. Weiner on the car’s dashboard. 

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The original, irreplaceable example personally owned by Gabriel Voisin 

583 1949 Voisin Biscooter Prototype 

estimate: $60,000 - $80,000 


manufacturer gnome et rhône production 15 

origin Paris, france id no. tBa 




Gabriel voisin was simply a genius. a brilliant engineer, he walked 

his own road through the early twentieth century and was a significant 

contributor to the birth of European aviation. He later went on to build 

some of the most exquisite motor cars of the twenties and thirties, which 

are most renowned for their outrageous art Deco styling. 

In 1907, he built a practical airplane capable of leaving the ground 

under its own power, and his avions voisin Company became the first 

mass producer of aircraft in the world. The end of WWI brought a halt 

to voisin’s aviation ventures, and after experimenting with motorized 

bicycles and a light two-seater economy car, he decided to produce an 

automobile that would be unrivalled for prestige, comfort, and speed. 

voisin continued to build motor cars of distinction throughout the 1920s, 

including a number of record-breaking competition models, but sales of 

his cars suffered from the disastrous economic conditions as did those 

of so many other manufacturers. Gabriel voisin eventually lost control to 

his financiers, and his factory was sold to 

engine manufacturer Gnome et Rhône. 

although no longer engaged in motor 

manufacture, voisin maintained his 

interest in automobiles, setting up a design 

consultancy, L’aéromécanique, in 1938. 

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When the French government nationalized the country’s aero-engine 

makers in 1945, forming Société nationale d’Étude et de Construction de 

Moteurs d’aviation (SnECMa), Gnome et Rhône and avions voisin were 

absorbed into the new conglomerate. Following a reorganization, Gnome 

et Rhône found itself a subsidiary of Société des aéroplanes voisin. 

Gabriel voisin still maintained contact with the firm that bore his name, 

offering it the rights to the design of a microcar powered by one of Gnome 

et Rhône’s 125-cubic centimeter two-stroke motorcycle engines. His 

minimalist design, called the Biscooter, incorporated all of his skill and 

knowledge of aircraft construction. approximately 15 examples were built 

in the summer of 1949, but SnECMa believed the project had no future. 

In June 1952, voisin sold the license to autonacional in Barcelona, who 

called it the Biscúter, and went on to build approximately 12,000 examples.

The extraordinary Biscooter prototype at its auto salon debut in period. 

of the original prototypes, two were given to Gabriel voisin himself, one 

of which is the example on offer from the museum. voisin sold this car 

to a friend, and it was later acquired by an early automobile collector in 

the 1960s. The gentleman collector kept the Biscooter without restoring 

it, but he did carry out extensive research into the model, contacting 

many of those involved with its development, including Gabriel voisin, 

who provided much useful information. 

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This Biscooter is the original two-seater model powered by the 

125-cubic centimeter Gnome et Rhône engine. The gearbox has only 

three gears, but interestingly, there is also a supplementary dual-ratio 

transmission, a feature found on voisin’s magnificent cars of the 1930s. 

It is resplendent in its originality, including the original riveted aluminum 

sheet metal, seat upholstery, and soft-top. Even the spare wheel is

contained in the boot, rounding out what is a wonderful example of 

Gabriel voisin’s visionary genius. While the later Biscúters produced 

by autonacional Sa, in Barcelona, are relatively available, this early 

prototype bears the additional distinction of personal ownership by 

voisin himself. It was high on Bruce Weiner’s acquisition list, and one 

that he was determined to not let get away. It is now offered from one 

of the most distinguished homes for microcars to a new one that will 

preserve it in equally high regard. 

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A one-of-a-kind, fully functioning, 730 horsepower 

creation of Hot Wheels’ famed model 

584 1959 BMW Isetta “Whatta Drag” 

estimate: $75,000 - $100,000 


manufacturer (body)Bayerische Motoren werke production 1 

origin Munich, germany id no. n/a 

motor supercharged chevrolet v-8 displacement 502 cu. in. 

power est. 730 hp length 12 ft. 4 in. 


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r000 The Hot 19XX Wheels Make brand of Model die-cast toy cars was first introduced by 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

american toy manufacturer Mattel in 1968. over the ensuing years, 


Hot Wheels licensed the rights to produce a number of faithful replicas 

of real cars, and they also created a number of fantasy pieces. one of 

these models was called Whatta Drag. Designed by Phil Riehlman and 

first introduced in 1998, Whatta Drag is perhaps the most recognizable 

of them all. The concept was based on a heavily-modified BMW Isetta 

bubble car that retains its identity as an Isetta while taking on that of a 

v-8 powered dragster. So successful was the design that it was included 

as part of seven different Hot Wheels series that would be produced 

over the next decade. 

So iconic was the fantasy piece that in 2005, 

microcar collector Bruce Weiner decided to 

turn it into reality by commissioning a lifesized, 

fully-functioning version. Given the 

choice of creating his own amalgamation or 

replicating one of the seven different versions, 

Weiner chose Model number 213, which 

manufacturer was introduced Manufacturer in 2000. number 213 is the 

most detailed of all the Whatta Drag models, 

finished in bright orange with a large Hot 

Wheels decal on top of the spoiler and 

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Using the toy model as a blueprint, the basis of the project utilized the 

body shell from an original 1959 BMW Isetta. a new, sturdy frame was 

constructed using heavy welded steel tubing. Power is provided by a 

502-cubic inch Chevrolet “big block” crate engine, which guzzles 93 

octane fuel and is equipped with a BDS supercharger, twin Holley 750 

CFM double pumper carburetors, and Zoomies exhaust headers rigged 

to shoot flames four feet out of the pipes! 

Power is transmitted via a two-speed manual transmission, and the 

dual circuit disc brake system also incorporates an aP balance bar for 

burnouts and donuts. In keeping with its BMW roots, the suspension is 

from an M3; the chromed five-spoke front tires use the BMW roundel 

logo and are shod with B.F. Goodrich G-Force tires. The single rear 

wheel is a custom 18 inch by13 inch drag racing wheel with a Sumitomo 

HTRZ II tire. 

Mr. Weiner wanted the life-sized Whatta Drag to emulate the toy as 

much as possible, so many small details found on the model, like 

the polished belt covers and tubular lattice for the spoiler, are exactly 

replicated. Even the steering column was designed in such a way to 

pay homage to its Isetta parentage while also taking safety and ease of 

entry into account, including the incorporation of a quick-release racing 

steering wheel hub.

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although Whatta Drag was created to be faithful to the model as well 

as fully functional, it is important to emphasize that this car is strictly 

for show and not to be used for road or track; the massive amount of 

torque produced by the Chevrolet 502 motor can be dangerous if driven 

improperly. as a showpiece, it is totally unique, one of only four Hot 

Wheels models to have been built into a real car, and it is a must-have 

example for any all-inclusive microcar collection. 

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585 1955 Kleinschnittger F-125 

estimate: $35,000 - $45,000 


manufacturer Kleinschnittger production 2,980 

origin arnsberg, germany id no. 6-5-2080 




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r000 The engineer 19XX Paul Make Kleinschnittger Model conceived the idea for the cheapest 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

possible driveable vehicle before the war and was working on 


components for it by1939. The war’s end found him making daily 

visits to a near-deserted military airfield, in particular to the area where 

captured aircraft had been dynamited by the americans. Here, he 

recovered items useful to his plans and ideas, and he rebuilt them in his 

small workshop in Ladelund, where he had a business doing general 

repairs for the farmers in the area, usually on the barter system. 

The beginning of 1949 saw the first outings of Kleinschnittger’s Type 

98 (after the small, rear-mounted DKW motor), at first in chassis form 

and soon clothed in a minimal, roadster body with a single “Cyclops” 

headlight. The windshield was from a wrecked aircraft, and the fenders 

were from motorcycles. He had also devised a simple freewheel device 

that would take the place of a differential. Word of it soon got around to 

the newspapers. The little car was finally and very appropriately named 

after its constructor, “klein” meaning small, and “schnittig” meaning 

spiffy, or stylish. 

The enthusiastic press aroused the interest of a 

wealthy investor named Lembke, who agreed 

to finance the construction of a small factory 

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in order to get it to a production-ready state. Kleinschnittger at last 

put his redesigned, front-engined “four-wheeled scooter” into series 

production. There were five employees, whose first daily duty was to 

shovel dirt into the bomb craters on the grounds. 

Brilliantly conceived, the multi-tube chassis employed easily replaceable 

rubber-band suspension. It was clad in a light aluminum body that was 

reminiscent of a pedal car, and it was assembled with rivets, as there was 

no welding equipment in the plant. The bodywork was hand-hammered 

over wooden bucks with rubber hammers. The compound-curved front 

fender sections were formed from army surplus cooking pots cut in half, 

giving two fenders per car. The moped motor, at first reluctantly supplied 

by a sceptical ILo management, was started with a rope pull under the 

dashboard, as a Dynastart was deemed too heavy. a reverse was not 

needed for the 330 pound car, as it could easily be lifted and turned on 

its front wheels. In May 1950, partner Lembke got cold feet, reneged 

on the agreement, and a bank credit was arranged instead, laying the 

groundwork for the eventual undoing of the company. 

Exports of the little car were at a satisfactory level, and the town of 

arnsberg became used to the spectacle of a train of 15 cars being towed 

down the main street behind the company owner’s private Fiat sedan en 

route to the train station. The company’s successful competition outings

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were equally spectacular, with four cars carried at once: two on the roof 

of the company’s volkswagen bus and two more stacked one over the 

other on a trailer. 

The overconfident Paul Kleinschnittger attempted a move into a smallcar 

market already dominated by firms like Lloyd and Goggomobil 

by developing several small coupe models: the F-250, the F-250C, 

the F-250S, and the F-250 Super, which never really entered full-scale 

production. The banks closed him down in august 1957.

This rare car exhibits the late-model F-125 features of smaller grille 

openings, a spare wheel mounted on the tail, and a one-piece 

windshield with curved sides. Seats stuffed with dried grass underlined 

the material shortages of the time. It was shipped to Los angeles in 

august 2001, where it was slightly modified (with a lower windshield, 

prominent blinkers, and hubcaps), and it was filmed in an elaborate, 

expensive commercial for the Cadillac Escalade EXT, premiering at the 

Super Bowl in January 2002. It is presented here with a large amount of 

original documentation, which is more important now than ever for any 

collector car and is seldom seen in the microcar world. 

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A rare, late Italian, Iso-built Isetta before 

BMW acquisition, with original interior 

586 1955 Iso Isetta 

estimate: $30,000 - $40,000 


manufacturer iso spa. production 1,000 

origin Milan, italy id no. iMi651461 

motor iso 1 cyl., 2-stroke displacement 236 cc 



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r000 Post-World 19XX War II Make Italy was Model an industrial bazaar. With the cessation of 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

hostilities, the country was rife with entrepreneurs seeking new ways to 


capitalize on consumer goods, many of them enamored with inexpensive 

transportation. Cisitalia, a manufacturer of sports equipment, launched 

both Piero Dusio and Carlo abarth into the automobile business. 

Ferruccio Lamborghini started with air conditioners and tractors. For 

Renzo Rivolta, the entrée came via refrigerators. 

Rivolta was born in 1908 to an Italian industrialist engaged in the woodmilling 

business. as a young adult he began looking for a business 

with brighter prospects, and in 1939, he purchased a company called 

Isothermos, a maker of heating and cooling equipment. During the 

war, he was forced to move it from Genoa to Bresso, in the province of 

Milan. In an old villa surrounded by open land, he was able to operate 

what in Britain was called a “shadow factory,” escaping bombardments 

and producing refrigerators unscathed. 

By the early-1950s, Iso had branched out into motor scooters and 

small three-wheel trucks. Rivolta had a yearning to make small, 

manufacturer economical Manufacturer automobiles, so he seized production on a design # by engineers 

origin Pierluigi Raggi City, and Country Ermenegildo Preti, ID who no. had patented # an ovoid 

motor vehicle using motor a scooter engine. They named displacement it Isetta, cc literally meaning 

“little power Iso.” Just hp 7-1/2 feet long and 4-1/2 length wide, it was mm shaped like an 


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egg and had “bubble” windows. a single bench seat, adequate for two 

(or three if one was a child) was accessed by opening the entire front 

of the car. In so doing, the steering column would hinge forward on a 

universal joint, bringing the instrument panel with it. 

Initially, the Isetta had but a single rear wheel, but a second was soon 

added for stability. Putting the two wheels close together obviated the need 

for a differential. a gear transmission gave four speeds forward and one 

in reverse, driving by chain to the solid rear axle. Front suspension was by 

modified Dubonnet “knees,” and the rear by quarter-elliptic leaf springs. 

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One of the last six built on the Isle of Man, formerly owned by the original designer 

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587 1966 Peel Trident 

estimate: $40,000 - $50,000 


manufacturer Peel engineering co. production 82 

origin Peel, isle of Man, england id no. e157 

motor triumph 1-cyl., 2-stroke displacement 98 cc 



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estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

The Isle of Man, located between England and Ireland, was home to 


the Peel Engineering Company, which produced the only cars ever to 

originate from there. This small company provided the microcar world 

with some stimulating ideas, still discussed decades later. originally 

producing motorcycle fairings and boat hulls, it also produced car body 

kits in the 1950s. 

The famous P50 was introduced in 1962 as the world’s smallest 

passenger car. The tiny four foot two inch long car amounted to a chair 

on go-kart wheels surrounded by a close-fitting angular fiberglass 

body. Powered (using the term loosely) by a 49-cubic centimeter 

Zweirad Union (DKW) moped 

motor underneath the driver, 

it generated more noise 

than power. at an advertised 

100 miles per gallon, it 

was “almost cheaper than 

walking.” a contemporary 

manufacturer road test joked Manufacturer that the top 

production # 

origin speed was City, dependent Country upon 

ID no. # 

motor the size of the motor steak that the 


driver power had for hp dinner. 

length mm 


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The year 1964 saw the introduction of a further development of the 

P50, called the Peel Trident. The Trident is Peel Engineering’s two-seater 

three-wheeled car, and it was the second model to go into production. 

This was essentially the same chassis and was similarly marketed as a 

“shopping car” and classed as a “saloon scooter,” but with a slightly

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larger, futuristic, two-seater body shell, topped by a large, clear, plastic 

dome, which lifted for entry. It was definitely unique and unforgettable. 

It has been estimated that between 45 and 82 examples were built, but 

what is known is that the last six examples were fitted with a 98-cubic 

centimeter motor and an automatic belt transmission out of the Triumph 

Tina scooter. Peel also offered a 12-volt electric motor version with a 

running radius of 65 km in 1966, and later, they went on to build 

bodies for Minis.

This car is one of these last six units, and it was purchased from the 

designer, who still lived on the Isle of Man. It was then displayed at 

a German museum for some years before joining the Bruce Weiner 

Microcar Museum. With its iconic bubble domed roof and futuristic 

styling, it has been described as a terrestrial flying saucer. Larger than 

the P50, it is no less unique, and with its charismatic bubble top, it will 

be an outstanding addition to any collection of cars, large or small. 

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One of only 28 built 

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588 1964 Lightburn Zeta Sports 

estimate: $35,000 - $45,000 


manufacturer lightburn vehicles ltd. production 28 





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r000 The 19XX Frisky Sprint Make made a Model spectacular entrance at the 1958 Earls 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

Court Motor Show in London. It was nothing like the other models 


on the Frisky stand, with an ultra-low, sleek body. There were 

fold-down half-doors, a frameless racing-type windshield, and an 

aerodynamic headrest faired into the rear deck. It looked every inch 

a racing car. 

and there was indeed a racing heritage, as the designer, Gordon 

Bedson, and his development engineer, Keith Peckmore, had been 

involved with the Kieft 500 cars, which Stirling Moss had piloted, 

among others. The advanced Kieft independent suspension 

was adapted to the Frisky chassis. Power was by the 492-cubic 

centimeter Excelsior triple making 34 horsepower, and it remained 

a prototype. 

notably, australia’s Harold Lightburn was also 

smitten with the car. By 1959, Frisky Cars Ltd. 

was in financial difficulty, and in March of that 

year, Gordon Bedson and Keith Peckmore had 

no trouble being persuaded to join Lightburn 

in adelaide. The brief was to develop the 

Frisky Sprint for production as the Lightburn 

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The first body modification for the production Zeta was the elimination of 

the half-doors for strength reasons. This made entry and exit a bit more 

difficult, but the top would probably not be in the up position a great 

deal in its new home. The windshield was replaced with a car example, 

while, up front, the headlights were larger and the grille opening was 

changed. For new South Wales, the headlights were too low, so some 

cars were fitted with an additional pair of lamps mounted on the hood. 

While the sales brochure claims the car was styled by Michelotti, it may 

have been a stretch for publicity’s sake, as John Meadows himself has 

stated that both the Zeta sports and runabout were Bedson’s work.

along with the three cars, Bedson brought along a supply of 50 motors, 

sourced from F.M.R. in Germany, none other than the 500-cubic 

centimeter units used in the discontinued Tg 500 “Tiger” models. These 

were by now adapted for use in the Kultimax agricultural vehicles, but 

they were modified back to Tg specs. 

While John Meadows states that 50 were built, there is firm evidence for 

only 28, all built in 1961 but inexplicably not sold until 1964. This is a 

fine example of this very rare car, correct in every detail apart from the 

fitting of a more efficient, modern air cleaner. 

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An excellent, original, and unrestored example 

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estimate: $10,000 - $15,000 


ernst heinkel 



origin stuttgart germany id no. 301431 

motor heinkel 1-cyl, 4-stroke displacement 198 cc 

power 10 hp length 8 ft. 4-1/2 in. 


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r000 after aircraft 19XX designer Make Ernst Heinkel Model saw the Iso Isetta, he decided that he 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

could go one better, using aircraft principles to make it lighter and faster. 


He did just that with the Kabine 150, the quintessential “bubble car.” 

With its large window area and longer, sleeker lines, it was effectively a 

cross between the Isetta and Messerschmitt. 

In october 1956, he introduced the three-wheel Kabine 153 and 

four-wheel 154 with the trusty four-stroke motor enlarged to 203 

cubic centimeters. From March 1957, this was reduced to 198 

cubic centimeters, for insurance reasons. Demand was high for the 

enormously popular Tourist scooter, and also for the various motors 

being supplied to other firms, but despite a production of some 50 

cars a day, the Kabine was losing between 400 and 500 marks per 

car. This, compounded by the death of Ernst Heinkel in January 1958 

and the resumption of aircraft production, necessitated the sale of the 

entire Kabine production facility to the Dundalk Engineering Company 

in Ireland in June of 1958. 

This example is an unrestored car finished in orange. It appears to 

manufacturer be entirely complete, Manufacturer unmolested, and production is in solid, original # condition. 

origin virtually everything City, Country is intact, from the unrestored ID no. engine # compartment 

motor to the unmarked motor glass and remarkably displacement presentable cc paintwork. as a 

delightful power alternative hp to the Isetta, this early length Heinkel mm 150 would make 

for a terrific restoration project for the burgeoning microcar enthusiast. 


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590 1955 Inter 175A Berline 

estimate: $40,000 - $50,000 


societe nationale de construc- 

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r000 The Inter 19XX is the one Make microcar Model in the entire collection whose sleek lines 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

most closely resemble those of a small aircraft. The Cyclops headlight, 


slab sides, tapering tail, and in particular, the shape of the nose 

contribute to this impression, as do the separate wheel spats and the 

steering handlebar. It comes by its avionic looks honestly, as it was 

produced in the aeronautical factories of S.n.C.a.n. (Société nationale 

de Construction aéronautique du nord) on behalf of a.E.M.S. (ateliers 

Electromechaniques de la Seine), and sold by G.E.S.C.o.F.I. in Paris. 

The French do love their acronyms. 

Introduced at the Paris Salon in the fall of 1953, the little “autoscooter” 

was a sensation. It was positioned in the marketplace as halfway 

between a scooter and a small car, offering stability and complete 

weather protection, combined 

with the nimbleness in traffic 

and simplicity of maintenance 

of a scooter. The prototype 

on display was still under 

development, however, and the 

manufacturer actual production Manufacturer car differed production # 

origin slightly in appearance City, Country when it ID no. # 

motor finally became motor available to the displacement cc 

public power in the hp spring of 1954. 

length mm 


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Two models were offered: the “Berline,” with a left-side hinged canopy 

complete with glass windows in the front and rear and sliding plastic 

side windows, and the “Torpedo,” with a small Plexiglas windscreen and 

no lifting canopy. Seating was in tandem, with the front seat adjustable. 

The sunroof consisted of an elasticated piece of fabric that fitted around 

a lip surrounding the roof opening. The Ydral motor (the odd name is a 

reversal of the designer’s name, Lardy), in at least two versions, drove 

the rear wheel by chain. The front outrigger wheels were covered by full 

helmet-type fenders, which turned with the steering. a startling feature 

was the ability of the front suspension to fold together on parallelogram 

arms upon releasing two pins, thus reducing the overall width from 4.4 

feet to 2.9 feet. Much was made of this ability to pass through garden

gates, but in reality, it was found to be impractical, and the majority of 

the cars had fixed suspension. The wheels were sprung by niemann 

rubber rings, still in use on French trailers in modern times. also typical 

of aviation practice is the bicycle chain steering, in this case connecting 

to a rack and pinion. 

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Yet another startling aviation-type feature of the Inter is its Westinghouse 

“Gyrostarter,” a system similar in principle to that used on helicopters. 

Raising the starter lever inside the cockpit causes the flywheel to spin 

at an ever-increasing speed, accompanied by a whining sound that 

rises in pitch. once the gyro is up to speed (at least 10 seconds is 

recommended) the lever is quickly dropped, engaging the motor via a 

hefty clutch and imparting the flywheel’s stored rotational energy to the 

motor, which starts and then reverts to generator mode. This system was 

not particularly effective on an out of tune engine, as the six volt battery 

was only good for two or three attempts. The starting sequence itself 

never fails to draw a crowd.

The cars were constantly under development, and it seems no two 

cars were ever exactly alike. It is a great source of interest to make 

detail comparisons between vehicles. on late cars, the single central 

headlight was dropped in favor of two fender-mounted lamps. Full 

width Messerschmitt-type front fenders were also experimented 

with. only a small number of these rare and elegant vehicles exist 

today; this particular car was restored to a high standard by the 

British Inter expert Robert Purton. 

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r000 This car’s 19XX serial Make number puts Model it just after the third major overhaul of 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

the Messerschmitt in December 1958. This involved the F.M.R.-in- 


rings badge, along with the “whiskers,” which were being replaced by 

the F.M.R.-in-diamonds badge, and the “comet tail” trim. However, 

transitions from one model to the next were not sharply delineated as 

stocks were used up, so this car still has the “whiskers,” and it probably 

had an F.M.R.-in-circles badge. also, the factory was less fussy about 

the export markets getting the latest German specs. There are other 

indicators of the previous 1958 model, such as the aluminum window 

knobs and the plain hubcaps. 

The Monza-Red color was one of eight bright, new, single tones just 

introduced. also, five new silver, grey, and blue metallic shades reflected 

the recent interest in the space race. There were four interior trim colors 

to choose from. 

This car has a cabriolet top, which was just introduced as a new model 

in the fall, and it was intended to be interchangeable with the bubble 

top, if one wished. It sports the fender-top and torpedo tail lamps 

manufacturer fitted to British-market Manufacturer cars. The torpedo production lamps have # been very difficult 

origin to obtain in City, recent Country years, making this example ID no. highly # desirable and 

motor lacking nothing. motor displacement cc 



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592 1957 Victoria 250 

estimate: $35,000 - $45,000 


manufacturer victoria-werke ag production 729 

origin nürnberg, germany id no. 1004 

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r000 Harald 19XX Friedrich Make had transformed Model the Brutsch 200 Spatz from an egg- 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

shaped, flimsily-built, unsalable three-wheeler to a strong, elegant, 


mid-engined four-wheeler with an excellent frame and modern car 

suspension and brakes. But a black eye from a magazine road test 

engine fire, and ongoing legal action with Brütsch, gave Friedrich 

headaches, and he gave notice to his partners at victoria, indicating 

that he wanted out. 

at the International automobile Show in Frankfurt in 1955, the press 

praised the Spatz for its low, sporting, elegant lines, but they were 

sceptical about the low power-to-weight ratio. This did not escape 

the notice of the new masters at victoria, who set about overhauling 

the car’s specifications. They had already considerable experience in 

servicing and maintaining the cars through their dealerships, and they 

were intimately familiar with its shortcomings, particularly the motor and 

the absence of doors. 

B.a.G. had shown a coupe 

in 1955 and an exciting 

gullwing-door version in 

1956, of which only a few 

examples were sold. victoria’s 

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hardtops and doors, but in every case, they weighed too much for the 

motor. So a roadster it would remain, but it would be powered by a new 

motor that was developed in-house by Richard Loukota just for the car. 

But the real trick would be the new electric pre-selector transmission. 

Five speeds were selected by three pushbuttons on the dash, for reverse, 

neutral, and first, with second, third, and fourth selected by a small lever 

on the dash in conjunction with the clutch. The new motor required new 

rear deck cooling grilles, a new dashboard, and a taller, heavy-framed 

windshield with vent windows. The changes made it virtually a new car, 

so it was renamed the victoria 250.

The first examples were delivered in June 1957, to a cheering public 

and press, but at the auto Show in September, there already was too 

much competition from other makers, thus initializing the writing on 

the wall for the small microcar manufacturing firms. victoria decided 

to pack it in, and their last car was delivered in February 1958. This 

example is significant in that it is the earliest known car, being the fourth 

built. It was restored in Canada for the first Bruce Weiner Collection, 

where it was sold, and then it returned to the museum seven years later. 

It is correct in every respect, down to the rare cloisonné victoria badge. 

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593 1951 Mochet CM-125 Luxe 

estimate: $35,000 - $45,000 







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r000 The products 19XX of Make Georges Model Mochet were based on a philosophy of 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

minimalism, to which he remained faithful all his life, espousing human- 


powered vehicles well into his eighties. “If it isn’t there, it can’t break,” 

he would say. He followed in his father’s footsteps, extending and 

expanding the concept of the ultra-lightweight pedal-powered cyclecar. 

This included the splitting of the four-wheeled velocar in two to create 

the velo-velocar, or recumbent bicycle. 

Small motors were being fitted to the pedal cars even before the war, 

and the practice was continued afterwards, this time by the factory, 

and the result was called the velocar Type H. The post-war automobile 

landscape was more competitive in the field of small cars, and Mochet 

entered the fray with his first non-pedal-powered car with a steel body 

instead of wood, the Type K. The steel body was formed from folded, 

angular panels, which were not well received, and the later examples 

got much more pleasing, rounded coachwork. 

This late Type K body turned out to be a preview for the “classic” 

Mochet, the CM-125 Luxe, which was produced in the largest numbers 

of manufacturer all the Mochet Manufacturer cars. It basically used the production same chassis # and motor as 

the origin Type K, but City, now Country it had an improved suspension ID no. in # the front and rear, 

giving motor a more motor comfortable ride. The bodywork displacement had now cc achieved what 

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a proper pair of full fenders. The earliest cars had a pair of horizontal 

ribs pressed into the tail, but these were soon replaced by an S-shaped 

pressing echoing the front fenders. Likewise, the pressing on the 

front hood changed from pointed to more rounded. The floor pedals 

changed from circular pads to a flat ribbon style. The front wheels were 

not detachable from their hubs at first, so a spare wasn’t provided, 

but they were made removable and a spare wheel was provided after 

1951. The steering wheel changed from a four-spoke to a two-spoke 

and finally to a three-spoke wheel in 1953.

The little Zurcher motor needed an extremely precise run-in period for 

the first 500 miles, with the time broken into 11 exact intervals of driving 

and cooling down, whereupon it would finally deliver its 3.5 horsepower. 

This car has been restored to a high standard in an attractive yellow and 

black two-tone, which follows the bodywork pressings. 

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Outstanding restoration of a very rare car, 

which tucks its wheels underneath for storage 

594 1951 Reyonnah 

estimate: $75,000 - $100,000 


manufacturer robert hannoyer production est. 17 

origin levallois-Perret, Paris, france id no. 1706 

motor a.M.c. 1-cyl., 4-stroke displacement 175 cc 



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r000 The post-war 19XX economic Make climate Model in France was one of shortages and 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

restrictions. The cyclecar, with its fiscal advantages, was treated quite 


seriously, and a number of entrepreneurs (some inspired, others less 

so) entered this competitive field. one such entrant was “garagiste” 

Robert Hannoyer, proprietor of a large, successful auto repair shop in 

Paris. The startling vehicle he displayed at the Paris Salon of 1950, 

named Reyonnah for the reversed spelling of his name, was an 

exceptionally original conception that owed nothing to existing designs 

(the Messerschmitt and Inter three-wheeler tandems were both three 

years in the future). 

one of the post-war restrictions was on public parking space. In 

answer to this, the Reyonnah’s most ingenious feature was its ability to 

fold up its front wheels under the car in order to reduce its width and 

be able to be moved off the street through a garden gate, courtyard 

doorway, or even into a house. This was made possible with the 

front suspension’s parallelogram arms and flexible hydraulic brake 

hoses. The car’s nose was easily 

lifted due to its light weight, and 

manufacturer the wheels collapsed Manufacturer together on production # 

origin their own accord City, Country to a width of only ID no. # 

motor 29 inches. There motor was no lock to displacement cc 

hold power them in hp the “garage” position length mm 

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The prototype car on the stand at the 1950 show differed somewhat 

from the production models. Its sleek body shell, built by Jean Demarne, 

featured fully enclosed rear wheel “fender skirts” and elegant helmetstyle 

front fenders, as well as a belt line that curved down and back 

from the folding chrome-plated windshield and up at the curved tail. 

The front seat was of the exposed-tube aircraft type. The car had unique 

radially-slotted wheels. There was no evidence of a top at the show, but 

the same car was photographed later with a sideways-tilting canopy 

incorporating a canvas top. 

The production version of the car that emerged in the spring of 1951 

looked slightly different, with its high, straight beltline, cutaway rear 

fenders, and simpler motorcycle front fenders. The windshield was now 

fixed and body-colored, and the car had a pair of narrow running 

boards, with aluminum footpads on the right side, for “leg up” access 

to the interior. The aircraft-style lifting canopy was hinged on the left 

and could be had with either a folding canvas top or a slightly taller 

steel hardtop incorporating side windows and a sunroof. The wheels

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of the pre-production car still owned today by the Hannoyer family 

have circular perforations and feature elaborate, colorful paintwork. 

Production cars used the solid disc wheels from the Simca Cinq. The 

interior was improved, and the large steering wheel was extended under 

the dashboard into the hinged front luggage compartment. There was a 

choice of motors by aMC or Ydral, at first with hand-starting via a long 

bar and later with an electric start. 

Hannoyer was determined to make a splash in the press by entering 

his car in two aCF-sponsored events. In 1951, he entered the Paris- 

Chartres economy run, and in 1952, he built a special “Torpedo- 

Sports” model for a speed run at the Montlhéry race track. The Torpedo,

which featured a low, streamlined windshield and tonneau cover, hit 

100 km/h in a high-speed run, a notable achievement at the time for a 

175-cubic centimeter car. 

Despite five Paris Show appearances, press coverage, and full order 

books, which even gained an offer of production from a coachbuilding 

firm, actual production capital was not forthcoming in the end, and the 

determined entrepreneur closed his doors in 1954. This exceptionally 

rare car originated from France and was painstakingly restored by the 

museum to the condition seen today. 

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With numerous special features, one of the earliest KR 200s known, 

given by the factory to famed entertainer Vic Hyde 

595 1955 Messerschmitt 

KR 200 “Vic Hyde” 

estimate: $45,000 - $55,000 







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r000 Willy Messerschmitt 19XX Make shrewdly Model saw early on that the KR 175 would 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

need too much work to continue production in that form, and by 


January 1954, work on the new model Kabinenroller, the KR 200, 

was already underway. 

Fend and Messerschmitt’s original motor of choice on the new 

car was from norbert Riedel, the constructor of the radical “Imme” 

motorcycle, which had a vibration-less two-cylinder two-stroke giving 

12 horsepower. The firm’s prospects were not good, however, and the 

designers returned to Fichtel & Sachs. The motor was to have been 

fitted transversely to give more cabin space, but this idea too fell by 

the wayside. The 1954 prototype had a more streamlined nose with a 

longer, lower dome that was more integrated into the body shape and 

175-type fenders. 

The new car was a complete redesign, with virtually nothing of the old 

175 carried over apart from the overall Fritz Fend concept. The KR 175’s 

various issues were systematically analyzed and dealt with one at a time. 

The complex tube frame was gone, replaced by a modern monocoque 

manufacturer body structure. Manufacturer There was now a proper production suspension # that gave better 

origin road-holding, City, a Country bigger motor rubber-mounted ID no. on # a simplified sub- 

motor frame, an electric motor reverse, and a sleek, displacement new alloy roof cc structure and 

dome. power It was hp miles ahead of the 175 in terms length of speed mm and comfort. 


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The prototype KR 200 was tested mercilessly for 25,000 kilometers on 

a 40 km test loop of roads of varying character and gradients in the 

countryside around Rosenheim, confirming a hitherto unimagined level 

of reliability. 

This important car is one of the earliest KR 200s known to exist, and 

it differs from the later production models in a number of details. The 

early cars carried over some of the characteristics of the KR 175, such 

as the yellow ochre-colored interior primer, the double-strip front 

bumper trim, and the beige-colored interior trim. other early details 

include differently-shaped front and rear fenders made from three

pieces, a dome with a lower, rounder rear profile, separate vertical 

rear seat support brackets, a non-removable small rear seat, a shorter 

rear seat back supported by a channel, a square-cornered black box 

cover, and a jackknife-style rear engine cover support bracket. Many of 

these details, such as the three-piece front fenders, were replaced with 

later types during the ownership of famous american entertainer vic 

Hyde, who owned the car for several decades. He had access to a large 

supply of spare parts, and as with many original owners, he had no 

notion of originality as such. These owner replacements are regarded 

as a legitimate part of the car’s history. 

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The multi-instrumentalist and entertainer Vic Hyde with his Messerschmitt

The car was given by the factory to Hyde to publicize the new KR 

200 model. vic had already made a name for himself in america as 

a multiple-instrument playing protégé of singer and entertainer Rudy 

vallée, and he went overseas to tour with the large Circus Krone 

organization. He modified the Messerschmitt so that it could carry his 

musical instruments, and added a pair of chrome fender-mounted horns. 

He toured Europe, the Scandinavian countries, and later america with 

it. Decades later, he would still be driving his beloved Messerschmitt, 

calling on friends across the U.S.a. to deliver parts and make repairs. 

The numerous badges on the car, now valuable collector’s items in 

themselves, bear witness to his travels. It was fitted, as original, with a 

now rare and valuable Weltfunk autosuper aU545 radio and a separate 

tube amplifier located under the rear seat. 

The vic Hyde Messerschmitt was the 

subject of a painstaking restoration 

by the museum. This historically 

significant car remains a fitting 

tribute to a colourful personality, 

and it can be celebrated as an 

early champion of the microcar as 

a collector’s item. 

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596 1959 King S-7 

estimate: $35,000 - $45,000 


manufacturer aB industrikompaniet King production 400 

origin hälsingborg, sweden id no. t7732 




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r000 after World 19XX War Make II, engineers Model found ready use for fiberglass in boats 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

and automobiles, and its application was helped along by the 1953 


Corvette. Egon Brütsch recognized its value for the easy construction of 

simple automobiles, and with his gift for salesmanship, he promoted a 

new car construction system throughout Europe. 

Fuldamobil’s Karl Schmitt was listening and saw fiberglass as the perfect 

solution to his automotive weight-loss problem. He directed adolph 

Zander to construct a lightweight body for a new chassis. The new lines 

were lower and sleeker, yet it retained a distinct family resemblance. 

Windows were deeper and, with a panoramic rear window, even larger 

than that of the S-6, and the interior was brightened up considerably. 

The twin rear wheels were retained, now shod with bolted split rims, 

which make tire changes easier, and a three-wheeler version was 

available as before. It made its debut in July 1957, but it had to share 

the floor with the new nSU Prinz, a reminder of advancing standards. 

nevertheless, it continued to trickle from Fulda’s production lines for 

eight years, as Karl Schmitt was always plenty busy with his electrical 

devices, calling his car production “playing around on the side.” 


origin In 1965, Fichtel City, Country & Sachs ceased production ID no. of # the 191-cubic 

motor centimeter motor, motor but Schmitt found a displacement ready supply cc of the excellent 

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so-equipped S-7 the best versions yet. a total of 260 of the Heinkelpowered 

S-7s were produced through 1969. York noble had given the 

Fulda an enormous amount of publicity during his tours with ex-Empress 

Soraya. This resulted in a large number of license applications, and 

company representatives travelled the world getting production lines for 

the S-7 started. 

Sweden had seen a quantity of German-built nWF S-1 cars early on, 

but they built their own version of the Fuldamobil S-7, as the Fram- 

King-Fulda, from 1957, under the direction of original designer adolph 

Zander. They built their own chassis at the Fram works in Uppsala, 

aB venplast built the bodies, and assembly was at the King works in

Hälsingborg. Parts came directly from German suppliers, rather than 

through Fulda. a factory fire caused body production to be transferred 

to Fibrex in Denmark. an argument with bearing producers SKF brought 

about a name change from FKF to King S-7. a total of 411 were made 

until the end of 1962. This beautifully restored example is finished 

in a striking typically Swedish two-tone, with an aluminum trim strip 

highlighting its long, sleek lines. 

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A German three-wheeled microcar with desirable features 

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estimate: $20,000 - $25,000 


ernst heinkel 



origin stuttgart, germany id no. 305056 




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r000 Professor 19XX Ernst Heinkel Make was Model a highly respected aircraft constructor and 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

one of the “trio,” including Messerschmitt and BMW, involved in the 


aircraft industry (BMW made airplane engines) who found themselves 

unable to work in their field after the war. all three would go on to 

produce the most iconic microcars of the post-war recovery era. 

as each of the companies struggled to rebuild their plants, Heinkel built 

motors that were supplied to a number of companies, like Tempo and 

Champion. He found a solid direction in the manufacture of scooters, 

which were the right product at the right time and were so highly 

regarded that they continued to be made into the sixties. His newlyfounded 

vehicle division was situated in the former Pfalz aircraft works, 

and it was here that work on his Kabine would commence. 

The Kabine was a rethinking of the Iso 

Isetta using aircraft principles. Rather 

than being a blatant copy with a few 

changes, the design painstakingly 

evolved over five prototypes, which 

changed significantly from one to the 

next. overall, the main difference was 

the use of a chassis-less monocoque 

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weight saving over the BMW. This meant a smaller motor could be 

used. The 150 model was fitted with the 174-cubic centimeter 407 Bo 

(and later the 407 B1) motor from the Type 103 a-1 Heinkel Tourist 

scooter but with different gear ratios and a reverse. Gear operation was 

via flexible Bowden cable, and the gear lever worked in a notched slot, 

not a gate. The hinged steering column of the Iso was patented, so it 

was not repeatable. The motor was located centrally and more behind 

the cabin, resulting in a short tail, which made the Kabine look more 

like a cross between the Isetta and the Messerschmitt.

Despite the superficial similarity to the BMW Isetta, the Heinkel is 

really quite a different animal, and it occupies a different place on the 

microcar collector’s palette. Its brief production run and high attrition 

rate mean that it is very much more difficult to find than the Isetta. This 

car is a fine original German example of the Type 150 three-wheeler 

produced from March 1956 to February 1958. It is finished in correct 

Grecian White with an original brown and plaid interior that includes 

parcel netting. It has the correct, difficult-to-find, Hella blinkers. The 

car has the slightly longer tail that was introduced in February of 1957. 

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598 1960 Biscuter 200-C Comercial 

estimate: $20,000 - $30,000 



origin Barcelona, spain id no. anr3340 




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r000 “La Rubia.” 19XX That Make was what the Model Spanish people dubbed the 200-C, the 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

Comerical (“Commercial”) variant of the popular Biscuter. The name 


meant “blonde girl,” perhaps a reference to the golden tint of the 

wooden bodywork and/or the vehicle’s delicate, cheerful lines. It is a 

testament to its home country’s enduring love of the Biscuter, the vehicle 

that put post-war Spain on wheels. 

The 200-C was intended, much like american station wagons, as a dualpurpose 

vehicle that could either haul cargo or passengers, depending 

upon the occasion. It featured traditional wagon lines, with a standard 

Biscuter front end clip mounted on a chassis and a drivetrain identical 

to that of other models, and a timber body with a rear hatch. also like 

traditional wagons, it was available with multiple seating arrangements: 

a single front seat only, offering maximum cargo space; two front seats, 

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two front seats with a bench at the rear, which offered maximum space 

for family accommodation. 

as with others of the more unusual Biscuter body styles, the 200-C made 

its debut near the end of production, as improvements in production 

processes enabled other Spanish and European firms to build cars that

were more advanced, comfortable, and less expensive. It is therefore a 

rare bird today, even in Europe and especially so in the United States, 

where the Biscuter was virtually unheard-of during its production run. 

Bruce Weiner’s example, largely original and well-preserved, marks an 

unusual chance to acquire what must be one of the best examples in 

existence of the “Biscuter station wagon.” 

It is unlikely that a Comercial was ever loaded up with two kids and a 

golden retriever for a trip to the Grand Canyon. That being said, there 

is nothing to stop the new owner of this example from trying. 

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599 1952 Lloyd LS 300 Kombi 

estimate: $15,000 - $25,000 


manufacturer lloyd Maschinenfabrik gmbh production 18,000 


motor Borgward (huder) 2-cyl., 2-stroke displacement 293 cc 



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r000 Carl F.W. 19XX Borgward Make was a Model driven, successful industrialist who would 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

eventually build over a million vehicles and be the third largest German 


automobile manufacturer. The factory in Bremen was 80% destroyed 

during the war, but recovery was quick and the determined industrialist 

set up his company in three divisions, Borgward, Goliath, and Lloyd, 

in order to receive triple the material rations. In 1949, Borgward 

introduced the first German-produced car, the Hansa 1500, a full-size 

sedan featuring the latest pontoon-style fenders. 

Wanting to provide a vehicle for every class, 

Borgward saw a need for an inexpensive, 

economical sedan, and he, himself, drew the 

lines of the new car, which was a smaller version 

of the Hansa. Instead of steel, though, the body 

would be made of weight-saving plywood. It 

was a sensation at the 1950 Motor Show, being 

the cheapest car on the market with a roof, so 

the press named it “the civilised solution to the 

small car problem.” The car was produced as 

a sedan (limousine), coupe, and station wagon 

(Kombi). This remarkable car is one of the very 

few examples that have survived with its wooden 

bodywork intact, and it is completely original 

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600 1961 Taylor-Dunn Trident 

estimate: $15,000 - $20,000 


manufacturer taylor-dunn Manufacturing co. production n/a 

origin anaheim, california, u.s.a. id no. 651461 

motor neMa dc electric displacement n/a 



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r000 The Taylor-Dunn 19XX was Make an electric Model runabout in the classic West Coast idiom. 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

The company was founded in 1949 by a Southern California farmer 


named R.D. Taylor Sr., who built handcarts for carrying feed on his chicken 

ranch in anaheim. notably, even today, it is still the company’s home. 

Taylor decided to expand his business by selling equipment to fellow 

farmers. as the carts got heavier, his customers asked for a motorized 

version. Production of the first electric truck began in 1951, and it was 

tested on his own chicken ranch. Manufacturing and sales of the little 

trucks to other farmers and ranchers provided a worthwhile income, and 

it soon became the core of a successful business. 

Fred a. Dunn joined the business in 1951, and four years later, it was 

renamed the Taylor-Dunn Manufacturing Company. In June of 1955, the 

new company introduced its Model PG, a three-wheeled, 24-volt electric 

car, for doing neighbourhood shopping runs. It had headlamps and 

taillights, and used tiller steering. The year 1959 brought the Model R 

Trident shopping car, again with full “road” equipment. It was produced 

until 1963. Interestingly, Taylor-Dunn continues to manufacture carts for 

industry, from ground support vehicles, to stock chasers and dump trucks. 

manufacturer This gorgeous Manufacturer example has been fastidiously production restored. # The lines that form 

origin the distinctive City, and Country personable eyebrows over ID no. the headlights # extend all the 

motor way to the rear motor of the body, while the roofline displacement and the cc top of the curved 

windshield power meet hp almost seamlessly, creating length a very sharp mm and futuristic 

overall presentation. 


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601 1956 B.A.G. SPATZ 

estimate: $30,000 - $40,000 


manufacturer Bayerische autowerke gmbh production 859 

origin nürnberg, germany id no. 00236 




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r000 Harald 19XX Friedrich, Make the co-owner Model of machine tool manufacturer alzmetall, 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

was thinking of expanding his tooling in the direction of presses for the 


new plastics materials. He had met the colorful Egon Brütsch at the Paris 

Salon, who impressed on him that plastics were indeed the future. Brütsch 

delivered a car and a set of plans, and Friedrich couldn’t believe his luck 

that not only was he now making auto parts, but he was completing 

vehicles. He entered into a license agreement in December 1954. 

In the spring, Friedrich was able to thoroughly test drive his Brütsch 200, 

called Spatz (Sparrow), on rough country roads, and he soon discovered 

that the fiberglass developed serious cracks at the suspension mounting 

points, which rendered the car completely unsalable—and Brütsch 

wasn’t answering his phone. 

He commissioned the legendary 77-year-old 

Professor Dr. Hans Ledwinka to make a proper 

automobile out of the Spatz. Ledwinka had 

designed Tatras and had played a leading role 

in the development of the volkswagen, so he 

created a superb backbone frame characteristic 

of the Tatra’s with a suspension like the Beetle’s. 

Moving to four wheels was not so difficult a 

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brakes were a given, and the motor sat ahead of the wheels, making 

it a well-balanced mid-engine car. Free, unobstructed headlamps were 

acceptable in more countries, and the now split-windshield acquired a 

sturdy frame for better sealing with the top. 

Friedrich knew the Sachs motor was marginal, but a replacement 

was unavailable, as BMW’s Isetta motor was not for sale. He formed 

the Spatz-Fahrzeugbau to build the cars, and he also found time to 

build presses that cured the body shells in seven minutes instead of 

24 hours. The problem of a dealer network was solved in July 1956 

by a partnership agreement with motorcycle manufacturers victoria in 

nürnberg. The new company was called B.a.G. (Bavarian auto Works).

The honeymoon was brief, as a car being tested by a magazine had an 

engine fire and Egon Brütsch was prepared to go to court regarding 

license fees for “his” car. Friedrich, after sleepless nights, decided within 

a few weeks to leave the partnership. This original-condition example 

came from Germany and is complete in all details, from the castaluminum 

rear license plate bracket through to the rare blinker lights 

and the delightful nose badge featuring a singing sparrow. 

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602 1956 Mochet CM-125Y Camionette 

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r000 Georges 19XX Mochet, Make while enjoying Model a steady production of 30 to 40 cars 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

per month by his 20 to 30 employees, perhaps saw the writing on 


the wall and decided to at least once build a “real” car and a “real” 

motorcycle. at the Paris Show of 1953, there appeared a lovely twoseater 

convertible roadster called the CM 750, which demonstrated 

clearly that he was not unaware of the “normal” type of automobile. 

It was a collaboration with coachbuilders antem, of Courbevoie, and 

it was powered by a 750-cubic centimeter flat-twin by Semo/Cemec 

developing 40 horsepower. Two prototypes were built, and Georges 

Mochet used one as his daily transport until the end of production in 

1958. During the last two years of Mochet production, 50 examples of 

the CMS 125 and CMS 175 motorcycles with Ydral motors were built in 

defiance of the declining state of the motorcycle industry. 

a light-truck version of the Mochet car had been a popular part of the 

range for years, used by farmers and tradesmen as an ideal vehicle for 

the lightly-populated roads and villages of rural France. This continued 

with the new Ydral motor-powered CM-125Y Berline seen first at the 

beginning of 1955, with chassis number 4000. In 1956, the Grand 

manufacturer Luxe was discontinued Manufacturer and the Camionette production was introduced. # There were 

origin no less than three City, Country versions of this light-delivery ID no. mini-truck # available. The 

motor low-sided pickup motor had sides halfway up the displacement height of cc the side windows. 

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full-length canvas roof and a roll-up door at the rear. The fully-enclosed 

van had a six-inch taller fixed metal roof over the load platform and a 

short canvas roof over the cab. all had rear-opening “suicide” doors. 

The additional metalwork meant extra weight, so the Camionette was 

somewhat slower than the Berline, but this was not really an issue with 

this type of vehicle.

The fatal blow came in 1958, when government legislation changed the 

displacement for driving without a license from 125 cubic centimeters 

to 50 cubic centimeters. at a stroke, Mochet lost the greater part of his 

customer base and closed his doors. Georges Mochet remained true 

to his father’s legacy for the remainder of his life, building recumbent 

bicycles and becoming a leading figure in the Human Powered vehicle 

movement well into his eighties. This beautifully restored example of a 

late van-type Camionette features an iconic, period “Lucky Strike” logo. 

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The most desirable and fastest “Messerschmitt” with 

the highest specification; The only example in Rose 

603 1958 F.M.R. Tg 500 “Tiger” 

estimate: $125,000 - $150,000 


fahrzeug und 




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r000 In the summer 19XX of Make 1957, Fritz Model Fend was at the helm of his own company 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

and was ready to produce his masterwork. His far-reaching concept 


was to produce a super Karo that was in all respects superior to the 

three-wheeled scooter, particularly in terms of speed and handling. 

Fichtel & Sachs, suppliers of the trusty Kabinenroller motor for years, 

had drawings lying on the shelf for a 400-cubic centimeter two-stroke, 

two-cylinder stationary engine. This was increased in displacement 

to 494 cubic centimeters and was actually manufactured by F.M.R. 

and mated to a four-speed and reverse gearbox. It was mounted in 

a very advanced Formula one-style sub-frame incorporating a fully 

adjustable rear suspension and had four wheels. The wheels and front 

suspension arms were increased in size, as were the headlamps and 

brakes, which were now modern hydraulics compared to the threewheeled 

Kabinenrollers, which had cable-operated mechanical brakes. 

The large, plush pilot’s seat was needed to handle the phenomenal 

cornering power of this amazing vehicle. 

In September 1957, Fritz Fend 

presented his crowning achievement, 

the F. M. R. “Tiger” sports vehicle, to 

sensational acclaim in Germany. The 

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“Tourenfahrzeug-Geländesport,” or touring vehicle-cross-country 

sports, but the contraction fooled no one. 

Based on the monocoque of the Messerschmitt KR 200 three-wheeled 

car, it was a four-wheeled car with a two-stroke twin engine. Its British 

debut is still the stuff of legends. Developed as a proper sports car but 

with an underdeveloped motor compared to other vehicles available 

in the same price range, it found a place with enthusiasts but not the 

general public.

Still in stock form, the Tg 500 accelerated from rest to 60 mph in 28 

seconds and had a top speed of 78 mph. of the 320 examples of 

the Tiger produced, it is believed that only 150 survive. The example 

offered here is finished in a highly attractive Rose with black fenders 

and a white stone guard, and it is believed to be the only example in 

this livery. It features a rear-mounted spare, a trunk track, and a tinted 

sun visor to aid the sportsman driver in avoiding the glare of the sun. 

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It has been painstakingly restored, and the efforts of the craftsman’s 

hand are visible on all finished components, from the deep glossy paint 

and matching mirror-like chrome all the way to the flawless interior and 

bubble top. Its combined performance specifications and rarity make 

the Tg 500 one the most valuable microcars in existence, and among 

those, quality draws this one to the top of the pile. 

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The only example in existence of the most powerful Avolette built 

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604 1956 Avolette Record Deluxe 

estimate: $45,000 - $55,000 


manufacturer sté. air tourist production 30 


motor Maico 1-cyl., 2-stroke displacement 250 cc 



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r000 Egon Brütsch, 19XX the Make colorful promoter Model of fiberglass construction, showed 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

his Brütsch 200 prototype at the Paris Salon of 1954. He impressed a 


number of people and sold several licenses to build his cars. The license 

for France went to the Société air Tourist, headed by Jean avot, who 

had the French rights for the american Cessna airplanes. 

The French car first appeared as the Brütsch-avolette at the 1955 Paris 

Show. It was essentially the Brütsch 200, still with the German chrome 

script on the nose, with its twin faired-in headlamps, and with merely a 

large “avolette” decal under the bumper and portholes in the tail. It had 

a 175-cubic centimeter Ydral motor fitted in place of the Sachs unit, 

the normal Brütsch single “T” tube frame, and a fixed steering column. 

The “L’avolette” (the Brütsch 

had been dropped), which 

made its debut at the 1956 

Paris Show, was changed 

considerably. Most obvious 

was the single “Cyclops” 

headlight, which formed 

a central sculpted feature 

running the length of the 

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now had massive polished aluminum castings framing them in the front 

and back, with the rears incorporating step-plates. These flowed into 

the large black rubber molding joining the upper and lower halves of 

the body. vertical air-intake slits were at the rear body sides, and the 

blinkers were moved to the tops of the fenders. There was now a proper 

chrome-framed windshield in place of the Plexiglas wraparound. 

The basic Brütsch “T” tube frame received considerable additional 

stiffening in the form of two “D”-shaped transverse hoops in front of and 

behind the cockpit, and they were joined horizontally under the cockpit 

rail to form a stiff “cage.” The steering column became a flexible heavy 

Bowden cable. Front suspension was by interesting neidhart rubber-in 

torsion units, and the rear suspension was by the traditional niemann 

rubber loops, which are still used today. 

a range of five models was on offer. The avolette normale was the 

basic version, with the Ydral 125-cubic centimeter motor and handstarting, 

which could be driven without a license. This very strippeddown 

version could be upgraded later with the features of the other 

models. The avolette Tourisme was next, with a top and heater and also 

coming in 175-cubic centimeter Ydral form, with the same comforts 

and accessories. The avolette Turisme Deluxe came with a 200-cubic 

centimeter Sachs motor in convertible or coupe form. The coupe on

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display at the Paris Show featured a very shapely, nearly spherical top 

that retracted rearwards. This would be replaced in production with a 

tube-framed affair with large Plexiglas side panels and a fabric roof, 

which tilted forwards over the windshield for entry. 

The avolette Record Deluxe was the speed model, similar to the above 

but with twin rear wheels for stability and a Maico 250-cubic centimeter 

motor. This motor was used in the powerful Maicoletta scooter and 

featured the famous “washing-machine” starter, which tick-tocked back 

and forth until it kicked over center and started the motor. 

an avolette Competition Deluxe model was deleted from the literature 

early on, and it possibly became the rebodied Lambretta-engined 

“new avolette,” which was shown at the Cycle-Salon in 1957 but 

came to naught.

a hangar at the ex-military airport of Toussus-de-noble, 10 miles west 

of Paris, was used for assembly. an indication of the number of avolettes 

produced comes from a journalist who visited the airport for a road-test 

and reported that the “large hangar was filled with vehicles in various 

states of assembly.” This very special example, restored by the museum 

to its original orange color, is the only one of the most powerful versions 

of the avolette known to exist. 

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A superbly restored, correctly presented example 


estimate: $40,000 - $50,000 







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r000 In addition 19XX to Make its tapered Model fuselage body and iconic “bubble” 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

canopy covering the cockpit, a principal distinctive feature of the 


Messerschmitt Kabinenroller is its tandem seating. necessary because 

of the fuselage-like construction of the vehicle, it also concentrated 

the mass of the laden car along the center longitudinal axis. The 

driver’s seat is centered, giving maximum forward and side visibility. 

Behind it is a wider seat in two sections. This can accommodate 

either one or two passengers, depending on their size. 

With its low center of gravity and the 

wide stance of the front wheels, the 

Kabinenroller is exceptionally stable 

for such a small and light vehicle. 

Benefits include excellent handling, 

which is very economical for a car 

still able to achieve highway speeds. 

a top speed of about 65 mph can 

be achieved, with fuel consumption 

of up to 87 mpg. The low frontal 

manufacturer area minimizes Manufacturer wind resistance, while 

the central driver location makes it 

equally adapted to left- or right-hand 

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This Messerschmitt KR 200 is a superb example of the early 

Kabinenroller. It has the rectangular outside mirrors mounted on 

the canopy and the Messerschmitt “bird” badge on the nose. Light 

yellow in color, it has double-sided whitewall tires on all wheels, 

with full chrome covers. all brightwork is of the highest caliber. The

interior is the early pattern, with a pleated side panel and a “sweep” 

highlight in white on black. Seats are black with white piping. The 

instrument panel is the early type, with the center cutout for a radio. 

The mechanical detail is excellent as well, with the engine and drive 

unit being exceptionally sanitary, making this certainly one of the 

nicest Kabinenrollers available on the market today, and certainly 

one of the finest restored examples in existence. 

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Outstanding restoration quality 

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606 1952 Mochet CM-125 Commerciale 

estimate: $30,000 - $40,000 







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r000 It is difficult 19XX to imagine, Make from Model our present perspective, how different the 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

post-war years were in France. Horse-drawn wagons and carts were 


everywhere. The innovative wood or charcoal gas converters towed 

on trailers behind motorized vehicles were still very much a feature of 

everyday traffic. a great many of the superlative French pre-war cars 

had been destroyed or commandeered by the occupying forces, and 

only a fraction, perhaps hidden in haystacks and barns, survived the 

war. These were “The Grey Years.” 

Mochet’s minimalist vehicles were a welcome addition to this 

landscape. First to enter the scene was the motorized pedal car, the 

Type H, which became the all-metal Type K. This evolved into the classic 

Mochet Roadster, the CM-125. But the pleasantly antiquated lines of 

the popular model needed updating in order to compete. also, the new 

order required a small, inexpensive, commercial vehicle, as the popular 

vespa ape was demonstrating so well in Italy. 

So it was no surprise that Mochet introduced two 

new models alongside the CM-125 Luxe in the 

fall of 1952, the CM-125 Commerciale and 

the pontoon-bodied CM-125 Grand Luxe. The 

Commerciale was a longer, slightly more heavyduty 

version of the CM-125 Luxe. The body was 






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lengthened by six inches, giving slightly more overhang at the rear. The 

sides of the rear compartment were brought up to a level higher than 

the dashboard, and a light frame of tubing was welded over the load 

space, which was covered by the canvas top cover. The extra structure 

made the Camionette four inches higher than the Luxe. an opening 

canvas flap at the rear could be rolled up to provide access, and the 

metal rear panel could be removed by undoing two bolts. The additional 

bodywork raised the weight from 365 to 400 pounds, still a very light 

vehicle indeed, and yet it could carry 330 pounds of goods, as well as 

two passengers. Tires were fatter, changed from 450x56 to 550x85.

at 230,000, 250,000, and 270,000 francs respectively, the three 

Mochet cars were still much cheaper than their closest small car rivals 

at the Paris Salon, with the Citroën 2Cv at 342,000 francs and the 

Rovin 3Cv at 362,000 francs. also, the three CM-125s were available 

within weeks of being ordered from the small Mochet firm, where there 

was a waiting list of several years in 1949 for the Citroën, and many 

eschewed comfort to get back on the road immediately. This gorgeous 

Mochet CM-125 has been wonderfully restored in blue with black livery. 

The quality of its fit and finish, down to the smallest detail, is simply 

second to none. 

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An unrestored time capsule 

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607 1958 Burgfalke FB250 

estimate: $25,000 - $35,000 


manufacturer Burgfalke-werke production 60 

origin obermurnthal, germany id no. 01635 

motor fB250 (victoria) 1-cyl., 2-stroke displacement 248 cc 



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r000 victoria’s 19XX brief venture Make into car-building Model did not bring a hoped-for revival. 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

Its well-known motorcycles, scooters, and mopeds fell victim to the general 


decline in the motorcycle industry, and it would eventually become part of 

the Zweirad Union, supplying only 50-cubic centimeter motors. 

Burgfalke Flugzeugbau in Burglengenfeld, Bavaria had been building 

Scheibe and vogt sailplanes, as well as the M-150 Schulmeister semiaerobatic 

two-seater airplane. The firm’s director, Martin Joachim 

Dahmen, wanted to branch out into the automobile business, and 

one year after victoria had shut down 250 production, he declared 

an interest in reviving victoria’s defunct car. In the spring of 1959, he 

announced that he wished to purchase everything to do with the car. 

Dahmen had purchased a former glass factory in obermurnthal, 

Bavaria, which could be converted to an automobile factory. The car 

would be called the Burgfalke FB250, and it would, for the time being, 

be powered by the same victoria motor, renamed the “FB250 motor” 

in the publicity brochures. The press of 

the day related optimistic plans to build 

manufacturer cars with doors Manufacturer and bumpers in order to production # 

origin sell the car in City, north Country america, and the ID no. # 

motor brochures described motor an export model. displacement cc 

Eventually, power a hp larger displacement motor length mm 

would be developed. 


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The experienced victoria firm was still somewhat in the picture, helping 

out the new car producer, but one by one the planned developments 

were scratched off the list as realistic attitudes gained hold and expenses 

mounted. It would be enough just to manage to assemble 60 cars from 

remaining stocks. Burgfalke would eventually become merely a parts 

supplier for the existing cars. 

It seems that some prototypes were actually built, as a cabriolet version 

with doors and a thin-framed windshield with Burgfalke features has 

been photographed alongside the doorless roadster version. Dahmen’s 

son recalls the making of a film about an “amphibious” version. He 

also believes the original blueprints have survived.

Two cars were indeed shipped to the U.S.a., this unrestored, original 

example being one of them. It is a remarkable time capsule, still retaining 

its original cloth top and original dealer packaging under the hood. The 

distinctively Burgfalke elements are there, including the tubular chrome 

bumpers and the extra chrome circular vents low beneath the bumper 

on the tail. There was a return to the Spatz’s single rectangular “Porsche” 

vent on the deck lid. Finally, its rare FB250 emblem punctuates the long 

and involved story of this elegant and interesting car. 

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A rare “Luxus” luxury example with a stylish coupe design 

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608 1951 Gutbrod Superior 600 

estimate: $15,000 - $25,000 


manufacturer gutbrod Motorenbau gmbh production 3,000 

origin Plochingen, germany id no. 67336 

motor schnürle 2-cyl., 2-stroke displacement 593 cc 



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r000 During 19XX the thirties, Make Wilhelm Model Gutbrod had built his Standard-Superior, 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

designed by well-known designer Josef Ganz to incorporate an 


advanced central tube frame. His sons, Walter and Wolfgang, took 

over after the war and obtained permission to build a small transport 

vehicle along the same lines, as the building of cars was forbidden. The 

rear-mounted 500-cubic centimeter motor was soon replaced by an 

advanced 600-cubic centimeter two-cylinder designed by two-stroke 

expert adolf Schnürle. 

a quality small car was planned, to be aimed at a somewhat more 

upscale market of professional people. The car’s motor would be the 

same as used in the transporter, but it was turned and mounted at the 

front, with the radiator located behind. Care was devoted to the design 

of the coupe body, to the extent of building a wooden model. The 

fender pressings were interchangeable from the left front to right rear, 

as were the hood and trunk lids. The car was practical, well finished, 

and in good taste. Unfortunately, development of several ensuing 

models, including sports cars and sedans, left the company financially 

strapped. The car offered here is a Luxus 

manufacturer model, which Manufacturer features a higher level of production # 

origin trim, including City, a Country white steering wheel ID no. # 

motor and clock. Produced motor for only one year, displacement cc 

this power is an excellent hp example of the rare length mm 

and stylish coupe. 


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A Russian-built, government owned, four-wheeled microcar for the disabled 

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609 1970 SMZ S-3A 

estimate: $15,000 - $20,000 


manufacturer serpukhovsji Motornnyi Zavod production 5,000/yr. 

origin serpukhov, russia id no. 076311 

motor sMZ 1-cyl., 2-stroke displacement 346 cc 



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r000 The handicapped 19XX Make veterans Model of the “Great Patriotic War” only received 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

their first motorized transportation seven years after the victory. The 


SMZ motorcycle works produced an open three-wheeler powered 

by a 123-cubic centimeter, four horsepower engine, which was later 

increased to 349 cubic centimeters. a three-wheeler offered the most 

resistance in snow or mud, having to carve three tracks, and it was not 

the ideal solution for a veteran’s car. 

In 1958, the four-wheeled S-3a model appeared; it was a robust, steelbodied 

small car with a convertible roof, two headlamps, and a top 

speed of 25 mph. The tires were usually of the knobbly tread variety, 

and the cars could be configured to suit different disabilities. 

Distribution was through Russia’s social welfare system in terms of a 

five-year lease. Being free or at very low cost, they were technically 

not for sale to non-disabled drivers, but they were subject to a certain 

amount of cynical rule-bending. Some “motor-wheelchairs” were not 

returned after the five years, and the owners managed to get them 

registered as their private property. as a result, they are now rare and 

manufacturer have achieved Manufacturer collectible status. In 1970, production the S-3a was # replaced by the 

origin more modern-looking City, Country S-3D. This fine example ID no. resided # in a German 

motor museum before motor joining the Bruce Weiner displacement Microcar Museum, cc and it has 

been power nicely restored hp in blue with a light blue length interior and mm black top. 


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610 1960 Glas Isard T-700 

estimate: $15,000 - $20,000 


manufacturer hans glas gmbh, dingolfing production 25,092 

origin Bavaria, germany id no. 60-041726 




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r000 With the 19XX severe Make depression Model that wracked Europe and Germany, 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

particularly after World War II, most Germans could only afford the 


small 250-cubic centimeter Goggomobil T250, if anything. When 

Germany’s economy began to improve, Hans Glas and his engineers 

determined that there was a market for a car that was somewhat larger 

than a microcar but not as large or expensive as a volkswagen. 

The car was unveiled in 1957 as the “large Goggomobil.” This großer 

model came equipped with either a 600- or 700-cubic centimeter 

engine and plenty of room for a family of four and their luggage. To 

distinguish it from its predecessors, the model was given a distinguishing 

name: the T-700 Isar, which also came to be known as the Royal in the 

UK. The name was changed to Isard for some foreign markets, when it 

was learned that “Isar” actually meant foolish in Dutch. To add insult, 

the short name “Goggo” is French slang for something undesirable, 

so eventually the car was known as the Glas Isard, just to be safe. This 

example was built for the French market 

and sports red upholstery with black 

carpeting and a full-size spare sitting 

manufacturer atop the engine. Manufacturer The neutral beige production # 

origin color does a City, good Country job of emphasizing ID no. # 

motor the Isard’s motor sleek lines, including a displacement cc 

dipped power body hp spear evocative of that length mm 

used on the 1950s Buicks. 


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611 1954 Lloyd LP 400 

estimate: $25,000 - $35,000 







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r000 The LP 19XX 300 was Make the right Model car at the right time, but its development 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

was never far from Borgward’s active mind, and his interest could on 


occasion be interpreted as “meddling” by the engineering department. 

The motor was increased in size for more power, and the noise issues, 

like the howling fan, were addressed. The basic design was considered 

to be sound, with the heavy central-tube frame with outriggers and steel 

floor being well up to the job. The wooden body frame was covered 

in sheet plywood, with compound curved sections made from steel, 

and the whole being covered in thin felt and then tightly-stretched 

leathercloth. This construction was carried over for the first few months 

of the 400, but the doors and fenders were soon made completely in 

steel by Karmann, the panels being nailed onto the frame. The second 

series received a steel hood as well. 

The appearance of the 400 differed little from the 300. The Lloyd 

triangle was now in the grille, the parking lamps were now below 

the headlamps, and an “L” shaped hood ornament, dubbed “the 

meathook,” was now front and center; 

production would carry on until the end 

manufacturer of 1957. This Manufacturer nicely restored example production # 

origin has been refinished City, Country in green with a Forest ID no. # 

motor Green leathercloth motor top. Contrast is offered displacement cc 

by power the light wheels hp and the lively orange, length mm 

black, and grey plaid interior. 


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Very original example with desirable rollback roof 

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612 1957 Vespa 400 

estimate: $25,000 - $35,000 


ateliers de construction de 

manufacturer Motocycles et automobiles 


origin fourchambault, nievre, france id no. 06938 

motor Piaggio 2-cyl., 2-stroke displacement 393 cc 



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r000 The Italian 19XX Piaggio Make Company Model had been responsible for the worldwide 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

phenomenon of the vespa scooter. Early on, it was recognized that 


youthful scooter buyers would be moving on to a small car at some 

point, and Piaggio should be ready for that eventuality with their own 

vespa car. Work on the vehicle by the scooter team had begun in 

1952, but it would be five years before the little car would make its 

debut. This long development period resulted in one of the most wellengineered, 

extensively tested, nicely-finished, and competent of all 

the microcars. 

Fiat had total domination over the Italian small car market and would 

not allow an incursion into their territory by an upstart car manufacturer. 

Piaggio had a sister company in France, a.C.M.a., which was 

already producing vespa 

scooters at the rate of 260 

per day, and with nearly 

3,000 employees, it had 

production capacity to 

spare. also, France had no 

small-car manufacturer manufacturer Manufacturer able 

production # 

to origin produce City, a microcar Country in 

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an announcement at the Paris Salon of 1956 whetted the public’s 

appetite, and prototypes were seen being tested during that winter. 

The car’s formal introduction to the public took place in the Principality 

of Monaco, with three renowned grand prix drivers. It was a huge 

sensation at the Paris Salon of 1957. 

The pretty little coupe with a rollback roof compared favorably with 

the stylish autobianchi Bianchina, apart from its smaller two-stroke 

motor. The shell was a monocoque, with a unique and advanced strut 

suspension that could handle France’s cobblestones with ease. The 

battery was in a pull-out drawer in the nose, and the motor was hightech, 

with the carburetor intake fitted to the crankcase, a form of rotary 

valve, requiring a much leaner than usual 50:1 oil-gas mixture. The

engineers at a.C.M.a. feared engine damage by repeated careless 

20:1 gas station fill-ups, and they soon developed an onboard oil 

metering system. 

This lovely blue example features the rollback roof and is in largely 

original but very good condition, still wearing its cream-colored 

wheels, and it even bears such original features as the Cannes Motors 

dealership sticker. The interior is in very good condition as well, and 

it features upholstery that is very festive for the depressed times and is 

somewhat evocative of the loud interiors featured on pre-war luxury 

French cars like avions voisin. 

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Fully restored and exceptionally rare 

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Transporter ‘PEZ’ 

estimate: $80,000 - $100,000 







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r000 The evolution 19XX of Make the Goggomobil ModelTransporter 

van has developed 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

from its origins as a utility van to a coveted collectible. The Deutsche 


Bundespost, the German postal service, was looking for a new transport 

vehicle to replace the three-wheel Tempo trucks they had been using. 

Hans Glas GmbH, maker of Goggo scooters and Goggomobil cars, 

created a small, economical van by replacing the sedan bodies of 

one of their four-passenger, 250-cubic centimeter two-stroke cars. 

Suspension was independent on all wheels, using coil springs and swing 

axles. a larger 398-cubic centimeter engine was later introduced, a 

welcome feature in a cargo vehicle. 

Designed to postal specifications, the Transporter 

van also found favor with tradesmen and 

businesspeople, who purchased nearly half of the 

3,665 units produced from 1957 to 1965. The 

vehicles were cute, and a business logo on the side 

was sure to be noticed. That is certainly the case 

with this 398-cubic centimeter PEZ TL-400. 

originated in austria, PEZ is a peppermint candy 

that is pressed in brick-shaped tablets. It was 

invented in vienna by candy maker Eduard Haas 

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The packaging was distinctive from the beginning. Haas sold the mints 

in small tins, but he soon developed the convenient dispensers for which 

PEZ is known today. The first dispensers resembled a cigarette lighter, 

and in fact, the PEZ mints were sold as an antidote to smoking, or as a 

palliative for smoker’s breath. The name derives from the first, middle, 

and last letters of pfefferminz, the German word for peppermint. 

after World War II, during which sales lagged, promotion was intensified. 

Eduard Hass introduced PEZ in the United States in 1952. In 1955, the 

company put attractive heads of toy characters on the dispensers and 

marketed the candies to children. among the first were Mickey Mouse 

and Santa Claus. over the years, more than 25 flavors of PEZ have 

been offered, including three sugar-free recipes and five kosher types. 

In 1987, small feet 

were added to the base 

of PEZ dispensers to 

enable them to stand 

upright. Since 1950, 

more than 1,500 types 

of dispensers have 

been released. not 

surprisingly, they have 

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ecome collectible. There are 

more than 550 unique types, 

many appearing in several 

variations. The company’s 

general rule has been that 

heads should not resemble any 

real person, although a set of 

Bicentennial dispensers carried 

generic faces in the historical garb 

of Betsy Ross, Daniel Boone, and 

Paul Revere. There are naSCaR 

dispensers, Star Trek dispensers, 

Wizard of Oz dispensers, and a 

myriad of others. PEZ collectors 

have gathered annually since 

the first convention was held in 

Mentor, ohio in June 1951. The 

best-selling dispenser of all time 

remains the Santa Claus edition.

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Given its austro-Germanic origins, it is fully appropriate that the PEZ 

logo appears on a Goggomobil Transporter van. This fully restored 

TL-400 example features the Mickey Mouse dispenser and has the 

company name spelled out in PEZ bricks in the format of the company 

logo. Dark blue with a white top, it has grey upholstery and handsome

varnished wood slats on the floor. Detailed in excellent fashion, it has the 

characteristic translucent blue windshield visor, 10-inch whitewall tires, 

and chrome bumpers. Given its rarity in the world of vans, this could be 

the perfect vehicle in which to attend the next PEZ collectors’ convention. 

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A rare three-wheeled example for UK delivery in attractive colors and accessories 

614 1959 Isetta 300 Three-Wheel 

Special Export Model 

estimate: $35,000 - $45,000 


manufacturer Bayerische Motoren werke production est. 25,000 





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r000 In Germany, 19XX the Make Isetta was Model classed as a motorcycle, enjoying certain 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

benefits in licensing and taxation. This was not true in several 


other countries, notably the United Kingdom, giving rise to British 

models with a single rear wheel, thereby meeting the definition of 

a motorcycle. Most of the British home-market production was so 

configured, although four-wheel Isettas from the UK were supplied to 

Commonwealth countries. 

other countries had similar regulations favoring tricycle designs, so 

BMW geared up for a three-wheel model intended for those markets 

not served by the British factory. This green and white example is a later 

Isetta with sliding side windows, of the type introduced with the october 

1956 Moto Coupe Deluxe. While this only modestly improved visibility, 

it provided much better and more easily controlled cabin ventilation. 

Engine size was increased from 247 to 297 cubic centimeters around 

this time, markedly improving performance. 

With recent paint, it would take only minor detailing to make it truly 

excellent. It has the coveted rear luggage rack and iconic Isetta wicker 

manufacturer picnic hamper, Manufacturer as well as the standard roll-back sunroof in matching 

white origin fabric. City, a rare Country variant in the panoply ID of no. Isetta models, ## it will nicely 

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r000 The 1957–1958 19XX Make Messerschmitts Model were the second generation of the 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

type, with a new dashboard layout featuring an ashtray in place of 


the clock, a rearrangement of the switches with a new type of lighting 

switch, and a new, larger high beam indicator light. The fender piping 

and all filler strips were changed to a uniform silver color instead of 

matching the paint, as had been done previously. Most distinctive was 

a new selection of six color schemes, with easier-to-paint two-tones that 

had the entire front fender in the second color; the new roadster came 

in a special red color. 

The Messerschmitt enjoyed popularity in France, despite the various 

cyclecars and three-wheelers on the roads, because of its high build 

quality and reliability. at 375,000 francs, however, it had to compete 

with the likes of the side-by-side vespa 400, at 350,000 francs, and the 

Citroën 2Cv Berline, at 389,400 francs. 

This car is finished in the attractive scheme of Light Blue and Capri Blue. 

It is a French export model sold by Finco S.a. in Paris, and it features 

the French-specification yellow headlamps, with their unique rims and 

manufacturer the Marchal model Manufacturer 50954 fender lamps production seen on French # Messerschmitts 

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616 1951 Kover 

estimate: $35,000 - $45,000 


manufacturer société industrielle de livry production n/a 


motor a.M.c. 1-cyl., 2-stroke displacement 125 cc 



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r000 During 19XX the late-forties Make there Model existed an eager market in France for 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

a small car in the 200,000 franc range. There were several makes 


in this sector, but there was still room to challenge it with a threepronged 

attack. 

The S.I.L. was perhaps inspired by an idea that was discussed in the 

automotive press, which required buying a chassis and an inexpensive 

body and upgrading the body in stages as the means became available. 

They first offered the atlas in 1949, which was an attractive, fully 

equipped little roadster with “luxury” touches, such as a pair of doors, 

a folding windshield, an ornate cast-aluminum grille, and trim around 

the built-in headlamps. The price was 245,000 francs. 

The middle position of the trio was occupied by the Kover, which was 

introduced in 1950. on the same chassis as the atlas, an equally 

attractive roadster body was mounted, 

with long sweeping fenders and a pert, 

rounded tail, on which was mounted a 

spare wheel in the sporting idiom of the 

manufacturer day. This stylish Manufacturer body could be built at production # 

origin a slightly lower City, price, Country 215,000 francs, ID no. # 

motor due to its lack motor of doors, grille, and built- displacement cc 

in power headlamps, hp and a fixed windshield. length mm 


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The third car in the trio was the bare-bones Bimobile Piaf (Sparrow) 

introduced in 1951. It had the simplest of flat sheet-metal bodywork, 

with open sides very much like the voisin Biscooter, and it sold for 

200,000 francs. 

The chassis used on all three models was quite sophisticated for such 

small vehicles, being of a tube steel ladder type, with double a-arms 

and coil springs at the front and triangular trailing arms at the rear. 

Different-sized motors from a.M.C. were available, including 125 cubic 

centimeters, 150 cubic centimeters, and 175 cubic centimeters. The 

motor drove the left rear wheel via a cardan shaft to a separate reduction 

gearbox, which included a cable-operated reverse gear. The motor 

was started with a pull-lever centrally located on the floor. Chassis were 

factory-coded Ca, CK, and CP with the motor size, according to the type.

This rare car was restored in Germany to a high standard. The two-tone 

color scheme of a period Moss Green/Hunter Green emphasizes the 

long fender line. The tailoring and period materials of the convertible 

top are also of a high quality. It should be noted that a small amount of 

finish assembly work is still required, such as the fitting of the carburetor 

and control cables to make it a running vehicle. 

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617 1959 F.G.L. 

estimate: $20,000 - $25,000 


manufacturer francisco gomez lopez production 1 

origin alicante, spain id no. a01036 

motor iresa 1-cyl., 2-stroke displacement 197 cc 



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r000 one 19XX of the large Make number of Model vehicles named for the initials of its creator, 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

this delightful little roadster was the work of one Francisco Gomez 


Lopez, of almoradi (alicante), Spain. With a diploma in mechanical 

and electrical engineering, he ran a small service and repair shop. 

Construction began in February 1958, with the creation of a tubular 

frame, onto which were fitted a number of components from other 

readily available makes, such as Peugeot and Ford. a year later, a 

motor from the firm IRESa (Industrias Reunidas Espanolas Sa) was 

fitted. The beautifully proportioned roadster body was fabricated in 

alicante during this time. 

Permits and paperwork for licensing the car took two years to acquire, 

but the car was finally legal on February 14, 1961. It remained in 

the family for the next 15 years. By 1977, it was being used by the 

nephew and was sold to D. Francisco Espanoza Mora, a used car 

dealer in town. 

It was restored and made its debut at the eighth Trobada Internacional 

de Microcotxes de Manresa, held in 2001. Mr. Weiner purchased the 

car, and it made its way across the ocean to become a star exhibit at 

the museum. 






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618 1965 King Midget Series III 

estimate: $10,000 - $15,000 


manufacturer Midget Motors corporation production 3,400 

origin athens, georgia, u.s.a. id no. B036108 

motor wisconsin 1-cyl., 4-stroke displacement 380 cc 



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r000 a new 19XX King Midget Make was announced Model in mid-1957. This third series was 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

improved in many ways, and the design was sound enough to continue 


until the end of production in 1970. The major redesign included 

a more modern body style that was being manufactured as a semimonocoque, 

with all body, frame, and fender components welded 

together as a unit for strength. The wheelbase was lengthened, front 

and rear tracks were widened, and tire size was increased to 5.70x8. 

The brakes were hydraulic to all four wheels. 

In about 1959, the mahogany doors were changed to aluminum; in 

1961, the six volt electrics were changed to 12; and in 1966, the faithful 

Wisconsin engine was finally replaced by a 12 horsepower Kohler 

K301. a Borg-Warner one-way clutch came in 

1967. The aluminum doors changed to steel 

towards the end, and the weight was now at 

700 pounds. The canvas top was changed 

for a vinyl one in black or white. new paint 

colours were Corinthian White, Rangoon 

Red, yellow, blue, and aqua, all sourced from 

manufacturer Ford. The typical Manufacturer long list of accessories production was # 

origin retained. This City, well-traveled Country car had a special ID no. # 

motor place in a German motor museum for many years, displacement cc 

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619 1957 Bond Minicar Mk D 

estimate: $10,000 - $15,000 


manufacturer sharp’s commercials production n/a 

origin Preston, england id no. 1814038df 




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r000 In May 19XX 1956, an Make improved version Model of the Bond Minicar was announced. 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

Despite the fact that it looked like the previous model, it was considered 


different enough to warrant a new designation. as was typical of Bond, the 

transition was not sharply defined and most of the D features (for example 

the Type II kite-shaped grille) had already been seen on the Mk C De-Luxe. 

The Mark D would become the most popular of the Bond Minicars, in 

part aided by the Suez Crisis, which caused a steep rise in gas prices, 

and soon after, the re-introduction of gas rationing. But it was also 

popular because of the 12% increase in power of the new villiers 9E 

motor, which provided better acceleration, better hill-climbing ability, 

and a higher top speed. an electrical reverse via the Dynastart was 

available as a De-Luxe option from october 1956 on. 

Four models were available: the Standard and 

De-Luxe Tourer with a bench seat only and the 

Standard and De-Luxe Family with sideways 

hammock-style rear seats. Fiberglass hardtops 

were available for all models. It was so popular 

that it caused the production of the new Mk E 

to be postponed for an entire year. Here is a 

representative example in red, complete with its 

side-screens and cabriolet top. 






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620 1949 Mochet Type K 

estimate: $20,000 - $30,000 







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r000 Georges 19XX Mochet Make had done Model very well during the occupation. He had 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

supplied the ideal vehicle for a population unable to obtain gasoline 


for five years. The pedal-powered velocar fulfilled a need for basic 

transportation, and it provided a certain amount of dignity. a blind 

person could feel useful pedaling in the passenger seat while his wife 

steered. Six thousand were eventually sold, providing the funding for an 

expansion into the world of small cars after the war. 

The first tentative step was the fitting of a motor onto the tail of a velocar, 

this becoming the Type H. While this fitted into Mochet’s philosophy of 

minimalism, he now had to compete in a post-war sea of microcars. 

The plywood body fell short in comparison, so it was time for the first 

Mochet car. 

The Type K was made entirely of steel, and for the first time, it lacked 

a set of pedals. The motor was a Zurcher, same as in the Type H, but 

it was upgraded to a 125-cubic centimeter version with a separate 

gearbox. The chassis was still similar, with unsuspended front wheels 

and contracting band brakes on the rear. The body followed Mochet’s 

philosophy manufacturer of Manufacturer minimalism, this also pertaining production to construction # methods. 

all origin panels were City, flat Country sheet metal, easily folded ID no. and flanged # in a brakepress 

motor in a combination motor of triangular shapes displacement and sharp cc corners, which 

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windshield was very characteristic of the type, with its heavy tube frame 

bolstered by a reverse-angle splash shield forming a triangular shape 

in profile. There was a single “Cyclops” headlamp. as with previous 

models, a basic vehicle could be purchased at low cost and accessorized 

later with such items as a top and side-screens. 

The Model K was produced from 1947 to 1949, and toward the 

end, it received a radical makeover in appearance, with a new body 

comprised of smooth, curving shapes. The compound-curved nose had 

a separate flat axle-cover in front. Front fenders were thin and short,

in the traditional “S” curve. all sheet metal was smooth, with no detail 

pressings or features. This car was restored in France and features the 

twin headlamps seen on the late examples. It has been fitted with period 

early-fifties Marchal blinkers on the fender tops. The “Type CM” on the 

ID plate is typical, as Type K was a sales department designation. 

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621 1970 Subaru 360 

estimate: $20,000 - $30,000 


manufacturer fuji heavy industries production 392,000 

origin tokyo, Japan id no. K111l9158 

motor subaru 2-cyl., 2-stroke air-cooled displacement 356 cc 



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estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

Fuji Heavy Industries was incorporated in 1953, being a combination 


of six engineering firms that had been part of the giant nakajima 

aircraft firm, although a part of the dismantled aircraft firm already 

carried the Fuji name in 1946. Its logo carries the six stars of the 

Pleiades constellation, representing the six formative parts. 

Fuji began making their S-1 scooter in 1946, six months before the 

vespa, and they continued to make their technologically-advanced 

Rabbit scooters until 1968. They introduced their first car, the Subaru 

360, in 1958, in response to a Ministry of International Trade and 

Industry mandate for a “People’s Car.” 

It was the first “kei” class car with four wheels and room for four 

people, and with its nickname being the “Ladybug,” it became one 

of Japan’s most popular cars. Its partly recessed headlamps flanking 

a vW-like lid gave it an appealing “face.” The car demonstrated a 

technical sophistication rarely seen in a microcar at the time, such 

as torsion bar trailing arm suspension, a unibody construction, and a 

fiberglass roof. Doors were of the rear-hinged “suicide” type. It sold 

well in Japan, being made until 1971, but it was less successful in the 

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Extraordinarily rare and fully restored, with desirable 

accessories and a sought-after sunroof 

622 1958 Goggomobil T-250 ‘Sunroof’ 

estimate: $40,000 - $50,000 


manufacturer hans glas gmbh, dingolfing production 40,000 (annually) 

origin Bavaria, germany id no. 0196154 


power 13.6 hp length 2900 mm 


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r000 The Goggomobil 19XX Make was named Model for the young nephew of the company 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

president, Hans Glas, whose nickname was “Goggi.” So Goggi’s Mobil 


became Goggomobil. The little car was hugely successful because it 

was a “real” car in miniature, rather than a hybrid scooter mobile. 

Glas had a keen market sense and was, in hindsight, one of the few 

microcar manufacturers who would follow the “true path” by giving the 

public exactly what it wanted. The Goggomobil became the largest 

selling microcar in Germany, with some 260,000 examples finding 

buyers. It was known by its swooshing sound and for its reliability. 

This example, which was fully and professionally restored, was originally 

fitted with a number of period accessories, including the rare front 

grille and exterior sunroof, and it is even more desirable because of its 

scarce factory sunroof. The engine bay is an extremely sanitary black, 

and the absolutely pristine interior has been restored with the proper 

period 1950s diamond-pattern black cloth with cream bolsters, which 

match the cream steering wheel. The exterior is a factory color called 

Turkisgrun, which is complemented by a cream top and matched inside 

on the dash. a number of features found on larger cars emphasize Glas’ 

manufacturer desire to have Manufacturer his car be a true miniature, including the aluminum stone 

origin guards, chromed City, Country bumpers and bumper guards, ID no. dual ## windshield wipers, 

motor disc wheels motor with hubcaps and whitewall displacement tires, suicide cc doors, an aM 

radio, power floor mats hp with the winged Goggomobil length logo, mm and sealed beam 

headlights with trim rings. It is, quite simply, adorable. 


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623 1955 Fuji Cabin 

estimate: $75,000 - $100,000 


manufacturer fuji toshuda Motors corp. production 85 

origin tokyo, Japan id no. 57570076 

motor gasuden 1-cyl., 2-stroke displacement 122 cc 



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r000 The delightful, 19XX jelly Make bean-shaped Model Fuji Cabin is one of very few three- 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

wheeled microcars built in Japan. With Japan in devastated turmoil, 


many companies scrambled for survival. In March of 1946, the 

automobile division of the Diesel automobile Manufacturing Company 

was divided into the Hino truck and Isuzu automobile manufacturing 

companies. The aviation division became Hitachi aviation. Developing 

new aviation technology was strictly forbidden by the allies, as it was 

considered a war industry. So Hitachi aviation, as well as other aircraft 

companies, tried to survive in non-war-related industries. 

Hitachi subsequently changed their name to the Tokyo Gas and Electric 

Manufacturing Company, which, in 1952, began producing 60-cubic 

centimeter engines for motorcycles and had established itself as an 

engine producer of mainly small two-cycle engines. It merged with Fuji 

automobile, and together, they built 

their own motorcycles under the 

names of Fuji Motor and Gasuden 

FMC. They also supplied engines 

to other motorcycle makers, such 

manufacturer as Miyata, Manufacturer Zebra, Yamaguchi, production # 

origin Hikari, and Lucky. City, Country a decision was ID no. # 

motor soon made to motor produce a scooter displacement cc 

with power full weather hp protection. 

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Ryuichi Tomiya was commissioned to design the car. He had been 

in charge of body design at nissan Motors Ltd. before the war, and 

afterwards, he was responsible for the design of the Suminoe Flying 

Feather for Suminoe Manufacturing, of which 150 examples were built 

between 1954 and 1955. His work was highly respected, and he was 

known as “the Leonardo da vinci of Japan.” 

The Fuji Cabin made its appearance at the 1955 Tokyo Motor Show. 

It was a beautifully streamlined two-seater coupe on three wheels, and 

it was powered by a Gasuden scooter motor with kick start. It was a 

monocoque design, strengthened by a full-length tunnel bringing 

cooling air to the motor. There were two rounded beetle-wing lids 

providing access to the motor and allowing warm air to exit. at first

there was a single door on the left, but the car 

in the Tokyo museum has two. It appears to 

have been designed to be driven only by the 

tiny models seen in the publicity pictures, as 

the interior is somewhat cramped, and some 

effort is required to climb over the central 

tunnel and attain the staggered driver’s 

seat. The steering is by a closely-placed 

set of handlebars. The small but wellengineered 

motor incorporates a 

reverse gear, unusual for the typical 

Western scooter-powered microcar. 

There is a feeling of solidity to the 

entire structure, which is helped 

by the coat of dense insulation 

material sprayed inside the cabin 

roof, dashboard, and sides. The 

front wheels are independently 

sprung on rubber, and the rear is 

on a swing arm with a coil strut, 

providing a comfortable ride. a 

single Cyclops headlamp graces 

the shapely nose.

Competition in the marketplace took the form of the 22-cubic 

centimeter Rabbit S-61scooter from Fuji Heavy Industries, at $450, and 

the 250-cubic centimeter Honda Dream motorcycle for $490. at $650, 

the Fuji Cabin offered full weather protection and high style for relatively 

little more money. It was planned to manufacture 400 to 500 units per 

month, but only 85 were built. Unfamiliarity with the handling of the 

fiberglass material and a limited marketing strategy were blamed.

This very rare car was found in need of restoration in the U.S.a., and it 

had changed hands several times before being acquired and restored 

by the museum. The restoration presented numerous challenges, as the 

primitive fiberglass, more of a “canoe cloth,” was fragile and difficult 

to work with. The side lights required complete re-fabrication with 

new plastic lenses moulded. now in better-than-new condition, it is a 

significant, exceptionally rare vehicle in the microcar world. 

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Fully restored and complete with Deluxe accessory trim, 

authentic python upholstery, and rare “Tiger” seats 


estimate: $40,000 - $50,000 







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r000 The Messerschmitt’s 19XX Make aeronautical Model roots are reflected in its fuselage- 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

like body and cockpit-enveloping “bubble” canopy. Formed from clear 


acrylic, it contains the roof, windshield, side and rear windows, as well 

as the frames for the sliding side panes. It is hinged on the right side 

of the vehicle and opens upward for entry and exit. once reaching the 

midpoint of its travel, the center of gravity shifts to the right, keeping it 

open, restrained by a leather strap on the left side of the cowl. For the 

improved KR 200 model in 1955, the windshield section was extended 

by moving the “a pillars,” which formed the forward edge of the side 

window opening, to the rear. The result was a canopy that was easier 

and less expensive to manufacture, thus providing greater visibility for 

the driver. an electric windshield wiper replaced the manual wiper of 

the early KR 175 at this time. 

This 1960 Messerschmitt Kabinenroller is fully and professionally 

restored, and it is excellent in nearly all respects. It is painted attractively 

in light yellow and has a very dramatic interior. This very exotic Deluxe 

accessory trim of reticulated python upholstery is, in fact, real, authentic 

snakeskin, as the original printed vinyl was unavailable in the correct, 

manufacturer bold pattern. Manufacturer 

In the fashion of later KR 200s, the dashboard is very plain, 

instrumented origin City, only Country with a clock and metric ID speedometer. no. ## also of note is 

motor the very rare motor and highly sought-after “Tiger” displacement seat, which cc is considerably 

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The car is very well detailed throughout, with paint, brightwork, and 

interior being in very good to excellent condition. The drivetrain is 

exceptionally well detailed and clean in all respects. The wheels have full 

chrome covers and are mounted with double-sided whitewalls, so even 

the single rear wheel shows white from either side. There is a chrome 

luggage rack on the tail. a most desirable example of the Messerschmitt 

KR 200, this Kabinenroller will be welcome in any collection. 

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625 1955 Kroboth Allwetter-Roller 

estimate: $40,000 - $50,000 


fahrzeug und Maschinenbau 

manufacturer gustav Kroboth 

production 55 

origin seestall, Bavaria, germany id no. 5415 




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r000 Far from 19XX being an Make amateur upstart, Model Gustav Kroboth had already been a 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

car constructor of note in his native Bohemia in pre-war Czechoslovakia. 


He had built 150 examples of his BMW Dixi-like “Favorit,” with financial 

assistance from a thread factory owner, at his plant in Šternberk. In 

1945, the Czechs expelled the mostly German-speaking population 

from the Sudetenland, and Kroboth found himself in neighboring 

Bavaria. Here, he scrounged parts from abandoned military vehicles 

and, with an ingrained resourcefulness, built wooden toys, poppy seed 

grinders, and equipment for the local farmers. The series-production 

of poppy seed grinders produced enough income to finance his next 

project. From 1951 to 1955, he produced his iconic bell-nosed scooter, 

which closely resembled the Ski-Doo snowmobile and was powered by 

Sachs motors. 

The summer of 1953 was a complete washout, with record amounts 

of rain; thus, resulting in a serious detrimental effect on the German 

motorcycle industry. Buyers now 

reconsidered their potential two-wheeler 

purchases and looked towards the three- 

manufacturer wheelers, which Manufacturer offered a modicum of production # 

origin weather protection. City, Country Hence the 1953 ID no. # 

motor Messerschmitt motor slogan: “Go scootering displacement cc 

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Unlike the vehicles of the huge motorcycle firms, which steered like the 

Titanic, the small two-wheeler firms found it much easier to change 

direction, and Kroboth had his “allwetter-Roller” (all-weather scooter) 

ready sooner than most. He used his pre-war experience with centraltube 

frames to build his prototype. It used transverse leaf springs up 

front and longitudinal ones on both sides of the Sachs two-stroke at 

the rear. Steering gear was brought in from ZF in Friedrichshafen, and 

the mechanical drum brakes were from aTE. The steel bodywork of the 

prototype was hammered out by local firms in the rounded idiom of the 

day. Tilting the bench seat gave access to two storage compartments 

on either side of the motor. The column-mounted shifter was also high 

fashion for the times.

The nearby Bavarian mountains provided plenty of winding roads for 

testing, and the little three-wheeler soon accumulated 20,000 test 

kilometers. The car was completely dismantled and examined, and 

design alterations were made. a bank loan provided for the building 

of a small factory. august 1954 saw the first deliveries to customers. 

Kroboth insisted that it was not a replacement for a “real” car, but that 

it was a motorcycle that had ease of maintenance along with car-like 

comfort. The production model was now fitted with small doors and 

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a windshield courtesy of volkswagen. 

Side-screens and a heater could be 

added for all-weather driving. Either the 

Sachs 175 motor or the ILo 200 were 

available, with an optional electric 

start. The literature touted the real 

car steering wheel as opposed to 

the Messerschmitt’s handlebar. 

“There was hardly a car with as 

much room,” and it was noted that 

the Kroboth driver must be content 

with a 45–50 mph top speed. 

Preparations for series production 

had included a major financial 

outlay for the purchase of bodystamping 

tools from Esslingen. 

The small but steady output of 

cars afforded him even more 

bank credit. Kroboth investigated 

every opportunity for finding a 

buyer for a production license, 

or even a sponsor. He spoke to

optimistic motorcycle dealers, but the motorcycle companies they were 

representing were failing as well. Talks with the large Maico firm and a 

Dutch bicycle firm came to naught. The reality was that the public wanted 

real cars, not three-wheelers trailing a cloud of two-stroke smoke. The 

company assembled its last vehicles in the summer of 1955 before the 

machine tools and property were sold to cover the accumulated debt, 

and Gustav Kroboth found a new career as a driving instructor. This 

happy little example has been fully restored and is liveried in red with a 

tan top and interior. Wonderfully presented, it exhibits marvelous fit and 

finish throughout and is certainly a show contender. 

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626 1959 BMW 600 

estimate: $40,000 - $50,000 


manufacturer Bayerische Motoren werke ag production 34,318 

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r000 In Germany, 19XX in the Make mid-fifties, Model the Great Recovery was clearly underway, 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

and the population was no longer satisfied with transportation by 


microcar. The new symbol of the rising middle class was the hotly 

contested 600-cubic centimeter displacement category. Here, the 

Fiat 500 and 600, the Glas T600, the nSU Prinz, and the Lloyd 

alexander fought for their market share. These were all conventional, 

conservative “three box” designs. Seeing fertile ground, BMW decided 

to enter the fray. 

They knew that they would be doing it competitively in 1959 with 

their stylish BMW 700, which was already in the pipeline, but in the 

meantime, they had a production facility that could be adapted to 

build an interim car to fit into this displacement category. 

The new car, shown to the public in September 1957, was a startling 

reinvention of the Isetta theme. It was freshly styled with skilfully 

rendered, sharp accents from Michelotti, including the front bumpers 

and dashboard, and a Pininfarina-styled 

headlamp area. The lengthened chassis 

manufacturer now seated four. Manufacturer The chassis was advanced production # 

origin for its time, with City, individual Country coil-over shocks ID no. # 

motor at each corner, motor which allowed considerably displacement cc 

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access to the rear seat was by a door, with fashionable frameless glass, 

on the right side. The lively, reliable boxer twin, fan cooled and fitted 

with a Dynastart, was isolated in the back and provided enough power 

to attain 60 mph and permit genuine long distance family outings. 

The iconic folding steering column, which opened with the door, was 

retained, and driver ergonomics were well-thought out. The large glass 

area made the interior a bright and airy place and provided a very clear 

all-round view. The press praised the interior as the most attractively 

laid out of all the small cars. an appropriate factory slogan was “inside 

bigger than outside.” The closest competitor in space efficiency was the 

Fiat 600 Multipla, which was $200 more expensive.

The BMW could be well accessorized. Individual front seats could be had 

for 110 DM. a heater, defroster, Blaupunkt radio, roof luggage rack, 

tow bar, cigarette lighter, ashtray, floor mats, mudflaps, stoneguards a 

locking gas cap, an engine compartment lock, fog and reverse lamps, 

sunshades, hubcaps, wind deflectors, and windshield washers were all 

available. It was a remarkably well-thought out car, vindicated in modern 

times by a very strong worldwide following. This two-tone example is 

superbly presented in factory correct and fully restored condition. 

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627 1959 Nobel 200 

estimate: $10,000 - $15,000 


manufacturer York noble industries ltd. production 1,000 

origin london, england id no. 200908 




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r000 To replace 19XX the Make discontinued Model Heinkel in 1958, UK distributors noble 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

Motors asked an associated company, York noble Industries, to find 


a suitable car. This took the form of the German Fuldamobil S-7, 

for which a license was obtained. Flamboyant Company Director 

York noble (often misspelled as the same as the car) assembled a 

group of sub-contractors to build it, including the Bristol aeroplane 

Company, Rubery owen, Sachs, and local suppliers for the smaller 

parts, with assembly performed by aircraft and shipbuilders Short 

Brothers and Harland of Belfast. noble appointed the newspaperworthy 

ex-Princess of Iran, Soraya, as co-director. Even the 

Fuldamobil directors were astonished at the amount of publicity 

“their” car generated. 

German Fuldas were imported while production got underway, with 

the launch taking place in February 1959. Shorts were now building 

the bodies. UK cars differed from the German in the use of two-tone 

paint finishes that were divided by a large Z molding, a solid roof, 

and they were mostly in right-hand drive form. a pickup truck, open 

roadster, and a kit were also produced in small numbers, but Shorts 

sold the molds in late-1959. This unrestored RHD example is a 

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628 1959 Bond Minicar Mk F 

estimate: $15,000 - $20,000 



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r000 The new 19XX Mark E Make was a complete Model departure from previous models, as 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

it abandoned the monocoque structure used on all Minicars for a steel 


box-section chassis, which was riveted to the underside of the aluminum 

body. This rigid frame permitted a full width, streamlined body design with 

opening doors. The new car now weighed 620 pounds, but it was still 

powered by the Mark D’s motor, giving a serious decline in performance. 

The new Mark F range, announced in late-1958, got a complete 

overhaul based on the highly regarded, new, streamlined body shell. 

Power issues were addressed with a new villiers Mk 31a engine with a 

four-speed gearbox, giving the car a top speed of 55 mph. all models 

now had the Dynastart fitted. 

Three models were offered: the Mk F Tourer, the Mark F Saloon Coupe, 

and the Mk F Four-Seater Family Saloon. The first two were identical to 

the E, except for the motor, and the family model looked the same as the 

coupe but had the inside rear deck cut back to allow a hammock-type 

children’s seat to be fitted. a Mk F Ranger van came in 1960, and it 

became the most popular of all of Sharps’ 

commercials. This largely original Mk F 

manufacturer Saloon Coupe Manufacturer is green with a cream top, production # 

origin and it is unabashedly City, Country showing its age and ID no. # 

motor originality, leaving motor a challenging decision displacement cc 

for power the new owner hp as to whether it should length mm 

be preserved or restored. 


779

780 

A miniature Spanish “Jeep” 

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629 1955 Kapi Jip 

estimate: $15,000 - $25,000 


manufacturer automoviles y autoscooter Kapi production n/a 

origin Barcelona, spain id no. B9291e 

motor iresa 1-cyl., 2-stroke displacement 197 cc 



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r000 This marque 19XX has Make been said to Model be the quintessential artisan-built Spanish 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

microcar. Following his military career in World War II, Infantry Captain 


Frederico Saldana began working on a series of small vehicles intended 

for the re-motorization of his country after the devastation of a civil war, 

drawings of which he published in trade journals. 

His prototype Super 125 was shown to the public in 1950, along 

with plans for a 250, both using Montesa motors. The high cost of 

production, however, caused him to also begin production of an easier 

to fabricate tricycle with a Hispano villiers 122-cubic centimeter motor. 

This became Saldana’s well-known range of Kapiscooter tricycles that 

were produced from 1951 to 1955 in several body styles and several 

motor sizes. Likewise, his parallel range of “Super” models numbered 

eight body styles with six motors. 

His Kapi Jip was a copy of the iconic american Jeep, but it was built 

to a reduced scale and was powered by either an aMC-Fita 170-cubic 

centimeter motor or an Iresa 197-cubic centimeter motor. It even sold 

in sufficient numbers to be also offered with an optional, reverse soft 

manufacturer top, doors, and Manufacturer a spare wheel. notably, this production is the oldest # and one of the 

origin rarest Spanish City, cars Country in the museum. It looks ID almost no. like # a miniature Willys 

motor Jeep, and it is motor finished in a desert-like two-tone displacement scheme cc of Caramel and 

Sand power Beige with hp black upholstery. length mm 


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630 1958 Solyto 

estimate: $15,000 - $20,000 


manufacturer new Map production 4,000 





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r000 The venerable, 19XX Make long-lived Model motorcycle builders new Map, in Lyon, 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

introduced, before World War II, a miniature roadster powered by a 


Fichtel & Sachs motor, and called it “Baby.” During the occupation, Mr. 

Castellano worked out the design of a tiny, minimalist, three-wheeled 

utility truck. The design was shelved until immediately after the war, when 

the tiny roadster was once again put into production, this time under 

the name Rolux, and it was powered by an aubier-Dunne, and later, an 

Ydral motor. The Société Rolux continued the leisurely manufacture of 

their car until parent new Map decided to replace it with Castellano’s 

miniature truck in 1952. 

The Solyto was intended as a stylish, practical alternative to the scooterbased 

vespa and Lambretta “triporteurs,” with their handlebars and 

open cabs. a proper round steering wheel turned the fork directly, and 

on which was mounted the familiar Ydral 125-cubic centimeter blowercooled 

motor. It was kick-started after releasing the front grille, the fuel 

tank lived inside the cab on the dashboard, and the tube-framed chairs 

were canvas slings. Like many others, the small displacement allowed 

it to be driven without a license. This charming example is a correct, 

manufacturer older restoration Manufacturer in Gunmetal Grey and production Robin’s Egg # Blue. It displays 

origin all of the aforementioned City, Country features, including ID no. the unworn # canvas seats; 

motor it was perfectly motor suited to the times, as it was displacement to the rural cc French farmer 

and power small businessman. 

hp length mm 


783

784 

While supplies last! 

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631 1968 Empolini 

estimate: $15,000 - $25,000 


manufacturer empolini spa production n/a 

origin Milan, italy id no. n/a 

motor Minarelli 1-cyl., 2-stroke displacement 49.5 cc 



785 

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r000 The Piaggio 19XX ape Make from 1948, Model basically a vespa scooter with a rear axle 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

and a load platform, was a huge success, offering small businesses and 


farmers an economical form of transportation for goods and services. 

very soon, imitators utilized the concept for their own makes of mopeds 

and scooters. 

one of these was Empolini in Milan, which had been making 

commercial three-wheelers since the early fifties. It appears they used 

Piaggio parts but without necessarily using a license. Different models 

were built, using 50-cubic centimeter motors in both open and blowercooled 

form. Minarelli supplied the motors in 20 mph, 25 mph, and 

30 mph versions, with intake and sprocket sizes varying to suit. Front 

suspension was of the Earles-fork type. 

This rare example has been restored by the museum in a period shade 

of pale green. It has the transversely mounted motor driving the rear 

axle via a shaft and rubber coupling, and it is located under a vintage 

vespa scooter saddle. There are scooter handlebars with period grips 

and a manually operated wiper. The fuel tank is mounted under the 

manufacturer dash. The familiar-style Manufacturer cabs were obtained production # 

origin from companies City, Country that supplied many ID such no. # 

motor three-wheelers, motor and the attractively-shaped displacement box cc 

is power loaded via hp two large doors at the rear. length mm 


785

786 

One of only a handful known to exist 

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632 1958 Rollera 

estimate: $40,000 - $50,000 


manufacturer sté. rollera francaise production n/a 

origin levallois-Perret, france id no. t2002020 

motor aMc 1-cyl, 2-stroke displacement 98 cc 



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r000 Egon Brütsch 19XX was Make a prototype-builder Modeland 

a promoter of fiberglass as a 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

construction material. While he used his father’s nylon stocking fortune 


to finance an early racing career, he preferred to actually build the cars 

themselves. His single-seat racing car became a single-seat coupe, 

the Model T. a Lloyd 400-engined prototype was next, and finally, two 

Ford-powered prototypes, which were selling at the price of a Porsche. 

Reworking production cars for wealthy clients came next in the form of 

a Ford 1200-powered Gutbrod, which was nixed by Ford. 

Clearly a way of circumventing the high cost of shaping steel was 

needed. Inspiration came from the recently-shown Chevrolet Corvette, 

which utilized the new wonder-material called fiberglass. Brütsch 

commissioned a wood model of an egg-shaped three-wheeled small 

car from a sketch. He may have 

been influenced in his drawing by 

the near-identical three-wheeler 

of French engineer victor Bouffort, 

who had made a 7,000 kilometer 

promotional tour of Germany two 

manufacturer years before. Manufacturer This model, carried in 

his origin suitcase during City, Country his tours, resulted ID no. ## 

motor in a license being motor sold to France for displacement cc 

the power sum of 20,000 hp marks. 

length mm 


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Some time spent experimenting with the BaSF-supplied resins passed, 

and the prototype Brütsch 200 Spatz (Sparrow), powered by a 

191-cubic centimeter Sachs motor, made its debut on a tiny stand at 

the 1954 Paris Salon. Three license applications were accepted: first to 

Grünhut, who would build the Belcar in Switzerland; then to Friederich, 

who would build the Spatz/victoria; and finally to Jean avot, who would 

build the avolette. 

Trouble ensued when the car that was designed by Brütsch was not 

suitable for the road, the suspension elements being flimsily bolted 

directly to the fiberglass. all three license-built cars required proper

frames as a solid attachment for the suspension. Friederich in particular 

had hired famed Tatra engineer Hans Ledwinka to do the work. all three 

licensees, led by Harald Friederich, banded together and took legal 

action, claiming the redesigned cars were not the same as Brütsch’s 

original and the three companies should not have to pay license fees; 

the court agreed. 

Lesson learned. Brütsch’s next effort, the Zwerg (Dwarf) sat on a proper 

frame. Two versions were built: a single-seater with an automatic 

75-cubic centimeter DKW motor and a panoramic windshield and 

a two-seater with a 250-cubic centimeter Maico motor and a flat 

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790 

windshield. The little Mopetta, “the world’s smallest car,” came next. The 

50-cubic centimeter miniature was tax and license-free and was shown at 

the IFMa in october 1956, where it caused a considerable stir. 

a near-twin was shown alongside the Mopetta at the show. It was the 

slightly bigger Rollera, with a little more interior room and a 100-cubic 

centimeter Sachs motor sitting on the right side of a similar frame. Two 

new cars were at the same show: the three-wheeled Bussard with a 

291-cubic centimeter Sachs motor and the four-wheeled Pfeil (arrow) 

with a 400-cubic centimeter Lloyd motor. Brütsch tried again in 1957 

with the v-2 (for volks two-seater) and the v-2n (for investor ngo), but 

gave up in the fall of 1958. He eventually built prefab fiberglass houses, 

which turned out to be a profitable venture.

This very special car is a French Rollera built under license by the Société 

Rollera Francaise, not by air Tourist as is often thought. a monthly rate 

of 50 cars was expected. This example is one of at least three survivors 

known. The French-built cars like this one had an aMC motor on the 

left side, chrome grab handles with a mirror on one, French lighting, a 

luggage rack, and usually tubular bumpers. It was found in Germany, 

restored in Canada, and sold to a buyer who used it as a sandbox toy 

for children. after joining the museum, it was re-restored to its present, 

exceptional condition. 

791

792 

The highest specification example toward the end of production 

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633 1953 Rovin D4 

estimate: $25,000 - $35,000 


manufacturer Éts. robert de rovin production 1,334 





793 

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r000 The Rovin 19XX had great Make success Model during its first year of production. It was 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

even popular in South america, to where several hundred examples 


were exported. The popular D2 continued to be built alongside the 

new model. 

The new model was the D3, which retained the same underpinnings but 

received a completely redesigned, new body shell, which would remain 

in production in essentially the same form until the late-fifties. It was 

a “real” car, with its pontoon fenders, elegant art Deco lines, and for 

the first time, doors. Still aware of the production economies required, 

Rovin constructed their little car of symmetrical front and rear fenders 

and door pressings. The D3, which made 

its debut at the Paris Salon of 1948 (again 

under the Delaunay-Belleville banner), had 

integral, narrowly-spaced headlamps in a 

low position on either side of the grille. They 

did not meet regulations, however, and 

they were soon replaced by freestanding 

lamp units high on the front fenders. Early 

manufacturer D3 examples Manufacturer had a single trim strip along production # 

origin the length of City, the car, Country along with two shorter ID no. # 

motor ones finishing motor over the wheel arches; these displacement cc 

were power replaced hp by full-length double strips. length mm 


793

794 

Sponsorship and publicity were always well looked-after by the firm, 

and the D2 at the Paris Show wore Dubonnet apéritif advertising. 

Sporting events always figured large. Factory test drivers entered the 

grueling Monte Carlo Rally in 1949 and 1950, finishing both events 

to their credit, albeit too late and therefore disqualified. The 1950 

Copenhagen Salon featured a Rovin in a “jewel box” display, complete 

with tissue packing and an open lid. 

The economy was improving, and minimal motoring was somewhat 

less of an issue. a Citroën 2Cv was cheaper, and a Renault 4Cv not 

much more. In 1950, the D4 appeared at the Paris Salon with a new

motor. It was now bored out to 462 cubic centimeters, putting it into 

the 3Cv tax bracket. The following year only details were changed, 

with the addition of bumper brackets and front-hinged doors. The final 

changes were the integration of the headlamps into the fenders and the 

addition of a short fender trim strip in october 1953. This was now a 

very elegant and competent little car, but only 20 cars were produced 

in 1954. Rovin gave in to the big manufacturers, having fought a 

good fight, yet they continued to service the cars until 1961, while also 

working in the aviation field. This example appears extremely sharp in 

deep, glossy black with red upholstery, and it has an engine bay that 

appears complete, correct, and functional. 

795

796 

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634 1955 Eshelman Deluxe Child’s 

Sport Car 

estimate: $10,000 - $20,000 



origin Baltimore, Maryland, u.s.a. id no. 1164 

motor B&s 1-cyl., Model 6, 4-stroke displacement 6.28 cu. in. 



797 

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r000 although 19XX Cheston Make Eshelman’s Model ‘adult Sport Car’ had barely enough 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

room for one average-size person, he developed an even smaller 


model for use by children. Ten inches shorter and a foot narrower than 

the adult Car, the Child’s Sport Car used a smaller, two-horsepower 

Briggs & Stratton engine and similar drivetrain and brakes. It has the 

same heavy nose and tail castings, but it eliminated lights and the 

accompanying battery that were in the basic model. The Deluxe Child’s 

Car had bicycle lighting and chrome rocket side ornamentation. 

To simplify and “childproof” the vehicle, the adult Car’s accelerator 

pedal was replaced by a hand throttle. This Eshelman Child’s Sport Car 

is an early model, without cutaway side “door” openings. an original, 

unrestored example, it serves as the benchmark for the make. although 

it shows some use and blemishes, it is exceptionally well preserved, right 

down to the Eshelman “Tractors – Sport Cars – attachments” decal on 

the dashboard. Its attractive red and yellow paint is complemented by 

a black seat cushion. 

Deluxe equipment includes the chrome battery-powered bicycle lights 

manufacturer and taillights, Manufacturer as well as chrome side rockets. Red reflectors are installed 

origin in the traditional City, Country taillight location. owing ID no. to its originality, ## this is quite 

motor possibly the most motor desirable Eshelman in displacement existence. cc 



797

798 

The only example with this body 

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635 1964 Lightburn Zeta Sports Coupe 

estimate: $15,000 - $25,000 


manufacturer lightburn vehicles, ltd. production 28 





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estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

The austin Mini had proved to be too much competition for Harold 


Lightburn’s Lightburn Runabout, even after a number of australiaspecific 

“Ute” pickups were tried, so he changed the direction of his 

automotive division to produce a small sports car, the Zeta Sports. 

In 1959, Lightburn had obtained the rights to build the Frisky Sprint 

and persuaded the people responsible for its design, Gordon Bedson 

and Keith Peckmore, to come to australia and develop the Sprint for 

production. The doors were deleted, as was the headrest fairing, and 

the windshield was changed. Power was provided by the Sachs 500 

twin formerly used in the FMR Tg 500. 

This is the only example of a Zeta Sports Coupe ever constructed. 

Its fixed top complements the lines of the body very well, without it 

appearing top-heavy. The full-length doors provide a long, sought 

after, conventional access to the well-fitted interior and the directional 

indicators have been moved to a much more visible position on the 

coupe top. This car is an opportunity to bring the stylish Zeta Sports 

to the level of its full potential as an attractive and very useable allweather 

sports car. 






799

800 

One of very few pre-war examples 

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636 1939 New Map Baby 

estimate: $15,000 - $25,000 


manufacturer new Map production est. 100 





801 

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estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

The long-established firm of new Map decided to add a small car to 


their catalogue. It would still be a motorcycle, of sorts, and it would 

use the same technology and offer similar ease of maintenance, but 

it would offer the stability of four wheels, which added the possibility 

of attracting a new type of customer. 

Monsieur Curnier’s attractive design was that of a small, doorless 

roadster in the “pedal car” style. The grille echoed that of the 

contemporary Ford (Matford in France). at 330 pounds, it was 

as light as a motorcycle, but it offered side-by-side seating and 

a folding top. a Sachs motor drove the left rear wheel by cardan 

shaft. Christened the new Map Baby, it was a hit at the 1938 

Paris Show. 

This car is one of the few pre-war examples known to the Rolux 

registry. It is a vB-54 model (vB for voiturette Baby), which means 

that it has a body without the opening hood, rounded tail, and 

fenders. The steering column has a small gearbox on the dash. 

Typically, as most were, it was modified in previous ownership many 

years ago, having larger headlamps, a full-frame windshield, an 

extended engine lid, and additional instruments fitted for peace of 

mind during use. 






801

802 

A fascinating Czech-built microcar with a leatherette-covered birdcage frame 

LOT 

637 1959 Velorex Oskar 

estimate: $15,000 - $20,000 


manufacturer vyrobni druzstvo velorex production 15,300 (all models) 

origin czechoslovakia id no. 02949044 

motor Jawa 1-cyl., 2-stroke displacement 129 cc 



803 

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r000 The Stránský 19XX brothers Make built tricycles Model for disabled veterans in their garage in 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

the village of Parnik. In 1950, their design was taken over by a government 


co-operative called velo, later called velorex. With the Stránskýs’ help, 

production of the tube-framed, fabric-bodied cyclecar started in Hradac 

Kralove with a Jawa 250-cubic centimeter motor (oskar 54, 16/ 250), 

and soon also with a CZ 175-cubic centimeter motor (16/ 175). In 1956, 

the vehicle became known as the velorex oskar. 

The vehicle was about as faithful as one could get to the true spirit of the 

classic cyclecar. Components such as the motor, wheels, fenders, and 

even the peanut gas tank were pure motorcycle. The birdcage frame 

was covered in a removable leatherette material called “Igelit.” There 

were air intake slits in the fabric, and the motor was blower-cooled, with 

the conversion done by velorex. Interestingly, the disabled were allowed 

to purchase the vehicle at a substantial discount through the Invalid’s 

organization; thus, hand controls were available. a Jawa 350-cubic 

centimeter-engined version replaced the 250 

in 1963. It included improvements such as a 

wooden floor, a bench seat, and insulation 

from manufacturer the motor. Manufacturer This was in turn replaced production by # 

the origin four-wheeled City, Country 435 in 1971. Seen here, ID no. # 

the motor velorex is motor a terrific example and is finished displacement cc 

in power tan with the hp tan leatherette Igelit material. length mm 


803

804 

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638 1957 BMW Isetta 300 

estimate: $10,000 - $20,000 







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r000 The Isetta 19XX was a Make true “people’s Model car,” manufactured by various firms 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

worldwide under license from the original creator, Italy’s Iso. The most 


famous was, of course, BMW, which took the initial Isetta design, 

developed it with their typical efficiency and skill, and gave it the blessing 

of their large-scale marketing efforts. BMW made the Isetta “cheap 

chic,” which was popular among the fashion set as it was among those 

seeking economy. 

The European-spec “sliding window” model offered here is fresh “off the 

racks” of the Bruce Weiner Microcar Museum, and while in somewhat 

rough condition and requiring restoration, it is also a fabulous example 

of a “preservation” microcar. It is original and unrestored in all respects, 

still wearing the paintwork, chrome 

trim, and interior with which it left 

the Bayerische Motoren Werke over 

half a century ago. This is likely 

one of the most complete, intact, 

original Isettas, and examination 

of it provides a valuable glimpse 

manufacturer at how they Manufacturer were built when new. 

With origin its lovely City, patina, Country it has its own ID no. ## 

motor unique, lovable motor charm, and it could displacement cc 

be power easily restored hp to a high standard. length mm 


805

806 

Highly optioned 

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639 1945 Velocar Type H 

estimate: $15,000 - $20,000 




motor Zürcher 1-cyl., 2-stroke displacement 99 cc 



807 

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r000 The French 19XX population Make had Model pedaled their way through the five fuel-less 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

years of the occupation. Perhaps it was now a new world, or perhaps 


people were tired of pedaling. nevertheless, Georges Mochet had 

taken note of the aftermarket fitting of small motors before the war and 

decided to offer a legitimate, factory-designed, motorized version of his 

own, the Type H. 

With the motor-assist, there was really only one set of pedals needed, 

so the second set was deleted to balance out the cost. The motor was 

started simply by pedaling, as on a moped. The dérailleur gears were 

dropped, as the motor came with two speed gears, and a windshield 

was now fitted as standard. a handbrake was fitted, which contracted 

external bands on the rear drums. 

The Type H continued in production until 1948, even after the 

introduction of the Type K. Some were sold with twin pedal sets, and 

the dérailleur gears were used on the pre-war 

velocars. This example was repaired in France 

and includes the extra 8,500 franc top and 

manufacturer side-screens, Manufacturer a wiper, a bulb horn, and production two # 

origin charming bicycle City, Country headlamps. It has ID lovely no. # 

motor patina, which motor serves as a reminder of displacement how cc 

these power vehicles hp actually looked in daily use. length mm 


807

808 

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640 1960 Berkeley T60 

estimate: $10,000 - $15,000 


manufacturer Berkeley ltd. production 2,500 

origin Biggleswade, england id no. t60919 




809 

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r000 Lawrence 19XX “Lawrie” Make Bond was Model a maverick designer/constructor who had 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

experienced some success racing in the 500-cubic centimeter class with 


his very lightweight (400 pounds!) Type C Bond, and he had designed 

the Bond Minicar, as well as the Bond Minibyke. In 1956, he joined 

forces with Charles Panter, owner of Berkeley Coachwork Ltd., Europe’s 

largest maker of fiberglass caravans, who wanted to offset seasonal sales 

variations by producing a small sports car. 

Production began with three prototypes, the bodies of which were made 

of two parts, with a box-shaped substructure and an engine compartment 

reinforced with aluminum, the whole forming a strong monocoque— 

Britain’s first. It was the lightest and smallest four-wheeled car on the market 

at that time, and it offered sporty performance with excellent economy. 

The first Berkeleys, the Sports Sa322s, were four-wheelers with 322-cubic 

centimeter anzani motors driving the front wheels by chain. The Sports 

SE328, with an Excelsior motor, soon followed. Production was stopped 

due to the intimidating arrival of the austin-Healey Sprite. When 

production resumed, the SE328 re-emerged as the T60, like the example 

manufacturer offered here, Manufacturer a three-wheeler with a slightly production longer body # offering a bit of 

origin room behind City, the seats. Country These three-wheelers ID no. were a great # success, and 

motor they were produced motor in the largest numbers. displacement This red Berkeley cc T60 sports 

a power matching interior hp and is a wonderful representative length of mm the model. 


809

810 

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641 1967 Benelli Delivery Vehicle 

estimate: $5,000 - $10,000 


manufacturer Benelli spa production n/a 

origin Pesaro, italy id no. cf140168 

motor Benelli 1-cyl., 2-stroke displacement 49.5 cc 



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r000 The long-established 19XX Make firm of Model Benelli has made a large range of motorized 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

two-wheeled vehicles for the better part of this century. The six Benelli 


brothers formed their company in 1911, and they were making famous 

racing motorcycles by the 1920s. In the 1930s, they were one of the 

Pentarchia, the “big five” of the Italian motorcycling industry, along with 

Garelli, Moto Guzzi, Gileri, and Bianchi. 

The factory was destroyed in World War II, but production resumed 

in 1949. Brother Giuseppi left to form Motobi, but he returned to the 

fold later. Production consisted mostly of small displacement 50-cubic 

centimeter to 175-cubic centimeter two and four-stroke cycles, along 

with double overhead cam racers. 

The mid-sixties saw the introduction of a commercial tricycle in the 

well-established Italian idiom of a load-carrying platform attached 

to a moped or scooter chassis, with a cab or some form of weather 

protection over the driver’s position. Commercial platforms like the 

delivery vehicle offered here were ideally suited to the narrow roads 

and villages, but very few were made, making this a rare survivor. The 

manufacturer argentinian Manufacturer alessandro DeTomaso bought production the firm # in 1971, which 

origin put them once City, more Country in the forefront of ID no. racing. The # company was 

motor sold and resold motor in the nineties, and it displacement continues cc to make exciting 

machinery power to hp this day. 

length mm 


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812 

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642 1946 Larmar 

estimate: $3,000 - $5,000 


manufacturer larmar engineering co. ltd. production n/a 

origin ingatestone, essex, england id no. a2wBe23202 

motor B.s.a. 1-cyl., 4-stroke displacement 246 cc 



813 

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r000 The Larmar 19XX could Make well make Model a valid claim for being the narrowest car in 

estimate: $000 000 - $000 000 

history. at two feet four inches wide, it was designed to pass through a 


standard garden gate of two feet six inches. It was Britain’s newest and 

smallest car when it was introduced in 1946. While it was aimed primarily 

at the invalid market, the company went out of its way to say that apart 

from its extra-wide doors, low sill height, and interchangeable controls, 

there was nothing to indicate that it was an invalid car, and that its large 

storage compartment, easy hand-starting, and its 15 foot turning circle 

would be appreciated by women for use as a runabout or a shopping car. 

Its mechanical underpinnings were quite sophisticated compared to other 

vehicles of the type, having four-wheel independent suspension with large 

coils at the front and torque tubes with quarter elliptic springs at the 

rear. It was constantly being developed, finally receiving a 350-cubic 

centimeter twin in 1950. 

The car’s windshield, full folding top, side-screens, and Cyclops headlamp 

put it in a totally different league than the typical invalid carriage of the 

time. Its unusual appearance was a perfect example of the typically British 

manufacturer “function first” Manufacturer approach to engineering and production design. This # original Larmar 

origin has been untouched City, Country for decades and retains ID no. all of the # wonderful patina 

motor accrued from motor many years in storage. The displacement missing door cc skin and rear 

bonnet power are easily hp fabricated for the sake of length restoration, mm but it could easily 

be preserved as-is, in its unmolested state. 


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BUYER INFORMATION 

A bank letter of guarantee must be submitted 

when registering to bid. A sample of this letter is 

shown on page 820. 

Bidding increMents 

Under normal circumstances, the auction 

estimate of the lot being auctioned will determine 

the minimum increment the auctioneer will 

accept according to the following schedule: 

BuYer’s PreMiuM 

15% commission will be added to 

the final bid of all lots purchased. 

Please note: the above buyer’s 

premiums apply to onsite, telephone, 

absentee, and online bidding. 

estimate Minimum 

(Up to) Increment ($Us) 

$1,000.00.....$50.00 

$5,000.00.....$100.00 

$10,000.00.....$250.00 

$25,000.00.....$250.00 

$100,000.00.....$1,000.00 

$250,000.00.....$5,000.00 

Above.....$10,000.00 

Please note: It is up to the auctioneer’s discretion to accept bids outside of 

what is being asked for during the live auction. Due to the fast pace of live 

auctions, occasionally multiple bids are submitted simultaneously. In this instance, 

it is the auctioneer’s sole discretion as to which bid he chooses to accept. 

Please contact our Client Service department listed on page 8 of this catalogue for bidder 

registration forms. Forms are available for onsite, Internet, telephone, and absentee bidding.

PaYMent inforMation 

Payment must be received by the first 

business day following the sale by way of 

certified funds. Payment options include: 

• Certified check/Money order 

• Wire transfer 

• Personal or company check 

(accompanied by a bank letter of guarantee) 

• Cash 

(reported as per U.S. government requirements) 

Payment by credit card is not an available 

option for automotive lots, except as 

a security hold until full payment is 

received. no lot will be released from 

the auction premises without payment in 

full to RM auctions. 

sales taX 

RM auctions is responsible for the 

collection, payment, and reporting of 

sales. all buyers who qualify for sales tax 

exemption must provide copies of their 

dealer license and resale tax identification 

at the time of registering to bid. 

collection and reMoval 

all purchased lots must be removed 

from the auction location on the first 

business day following the sale. 

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Automotive Lots 

Representatives from Reliable Carriers 

will be onsite to assist clients wishing 

to transport an automobile purchased 

at auction. For further information, 

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Call 1 877 744 7889 

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Specialized 

Automotive 

Transportation 

Memorabilia Lots 

Representatives from navis Pack & 

Ship will be onsite to assist clients 

wishing to transport memorabilia/ 

collectibles purchased at auction. For 

further information, please contact: 

navis Pack & Ship 

Call 1 800 344 3528 

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820 

(Today’s Date) 

__________________ 

S A M P L E 

(BANK LETTERHEAD) 

RM Auctions, Inc. 

One Classic Car Dr 

Blenheim, ON N0P 1A0 

Phone: +1 519 352 4575 

Fax: +1 519 351 1337 

Re: (Bidders Name) 

Dear Sirs: 

This letter will serve as your notification that (Bank Name) will irrevocably honor and guarantee 

payment of any check(s) written by our customer (Customer’s Name) up to the amount of 

(Amount Guaranteed) and drawn on account number (Customer’s Account Number). 

No stop payments will be issued. 

This Letter of Guarantee will apply only to checks made payable to RM Auctions, Inc. for 

purchases made at the (City, Country) auction held (Auction Dates – Month, Day(s), Year). 

If further information is required, please feel free to contact this office. 

Sincerely, 

SAMPLE 

_________________________ 

Bank Officer’s Signature 

SAMPLE 

_________________________ 

Bank Officer’s Home Telephone 

Number if Available 

_________________________ 

SAMPLE 

Customer’s Signature

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CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS 

Please ensure that you have read and understood these terms and conditions prior to bidding at 

this or any other RM Auctions, Inc., “RMA” sale. 

1. ALL BIDS ARE FINAL AT AUCTION. At auction there is no “cooling off period”. If you 

are awarded the final bid, ownership changes hands at the drop of the gavel. You own 

the merchandise and are responsible for payment in full. No bidder may retract a bid 

made during the sale for any reason. 

2. Payment is due in full on our before 5:00pm of the next business day following 

the auction. All payments must be in the form of cash or certified funds unless other 

arrangements have been approved in advance by RMA Finance Department. Cash 

payments will be reported according to U.S. Federal government requirements. Should 

a bidder default on payment in any manner whatsoever, without limiting any recourse 

RMA may have, bidder agrees to pay RMA all lost auction fees (which is the maximum 

published rates for (1) the seller’s commission, (2) the buyer’s premium, and (3) the 

entry), this amount is due and payable without relief. Bidder will also be liable to seller 

for its damages. Bidder hereby authorizes RMA to deduct these lost auction fees from 

bidder’s cash deposit, or to charge this amount to bidder’s credit card provided. Bidder 

agrees not to dispute this charge with the credit card company at any time. Bidder 

agrees to also pay RMA’s costs of collection, including attorneys’ fees and costs. 

3. All sales are “as is” and “where is”. Bidder is responsible for inspections and 

verification of condition, authenticity, and completeness of any vehicle purchased. 

No warranties or representations of any type whatsoever are made by RMA, Inc.

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Statements printed in catalogues, brochures, signs, window cards, and verbal 

statements made by auctioneers or auction staff are representations made by the 

Consignor and RMA has no obligation to verify or authenticate any such claims or 

representations. Any announcements made at time of sale supersede any earlier 

printed information. Except as herein provided, all vehicles are sold as is, where is, 

with no representations or warranties, expressed or implied. CONSIGNOR AND RMA, 

INC. DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED AS TO CONDITION, 

ORIGINALITY, OR AUTHENTICITY, ORIGIN OR PROVENANCE, PREVIOUS USE OR 

OWNERSHIP, MANUFACTURING OR RESTORATION PROCESSES, YEAR OR AGE, 

SERIAL NUMBER, MAKE, MODEL, OPTIONS, TOOLS, OR MILEAGE OF ANY VEHICLE 

OR COMPONENT OF ANY VEHICLE, AND SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIM ANY WARRANTIES 

OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE. 

4. Bidder is responsible for all risk of loss or damage immediately upon purchase of 

the vehicle or item. All vehicles or items purchased must be removed from the auction 

site at the buyer’s expense immediately following the sale. If not removed by the end 

of the day following the sale, RMA, Inc. will remove the vehicle or item with all costs 

of moving and storage to be paid by the buyer. 

5. Final bid price does not include buyer’s premium or applicable taxes on each lot 

purchased. Buyer is responsible to pay all city, state or other taxes due for which the 

buyer does not qualify as exempt. Proof of exemption is buyer’s responsibility. 

6. Buyer’s premiums are as follows. A fifteen percent (15%) commission will be added 

to the final bid of each lot purchased. 

7. Vehicles not marked as “no reserve” (or similar) are subject to a reserve bid set by 

the Consignor. When a vehicle is sold subject to such a reserve bid the auctioneer 

may bid on the Consignor’s behalf in an amount not to exceed the amount of the 

reserve bid.

8. In the event either party brings action against the other arising from or relating to 

this bid card or any auction held in connection with, the prevailing party, as determined 

by the court, shall be entitled to recover its reasonable attorneys’ fees and costs. The 

law of the state in which the auction is held shall govern the provisions of this bid 

card. Jurisdiction for any action brought shall lie exclusively in a court of competent 

jurisdiction in the judicial district in which the auction is located. 

9. Absentee and telephone bidding are services provided by RM Auctions for your 

benefit and RMA cannot be held responsible for errors or omissions with respect to 

the bidding process, including failure to execute any bid. By submitting these bids, you 

have entered into a binding contract to purchase each lot if your bid is successful. If 

your bid is successful, you are to pay the purchase price, including the buyer’s premium 

and sales tax, if not otherwise exempt. It is your responsibility to provide proof of 

exemption from sales tax at the time of registering to bid. By participating in telephone 

bidding, you acknowledge RMA has the right to record all telephone calls. 

10. Any and all terms of sale posted on the auction premises, printed in sale brochures 

or forms, described in this catalogue, publicly announced, or otherwise published 

are incorporated herein by reference. It is the bidder’s responsibility to familiarize 

themselves with these terms. 

11. You are responsible for all bids made with your assigned bidder number, whether 

or not made by you and whether or not authorized by you. If your bidder card is lost or 

stolen, immediately report to RMA as all bids made with your bidder number will be 

your responsibility. 

12. RMA may, at RMA’s sole discretion and without any obligation to do so, rescind a 

bid on or sale of a vehicle if RMA believes the bid or sale could subject RMA to liability. 

RMA is not responsible for any damages or losses that are claimed to have resulted 

from the rescission of the bid or sale. 

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Year, Make, Model Lot # Year, Make, Model Lot # 

1947 A.l.C.A. Volpe ................ 549 

1953 Ardex ....................... 571 

1951 Atlas Babycar ................. 271 

1968 Authi Mini 1275C .............. 290 

1961 Autobianchi Bianchina 

Special Cabriolet .............. 296 

1956 Avolette Record Deluxe .......... 604 

1956 B.A.G. Spatz .................. 601 

1967 Benelli Delivery Vehicle ......... 641 

1958 Berkeley Sports Se328 .......... 254 

1960 Berkeley T60 ................. 640 

1957 Biscuter 200-A ‘Zapatilla’ ........ 548 

1957 Biscuter 200-F ‘Pegasin’ ......... 299 

1958 Biscuter 200-I Furgoneta ........ 310 

1960 Biscuter 200-C Comercial ........ 326 

1960 Biscuter 200-C Comercial ........ 598 

2004 Blata elite 13W Minibike ......... 341 

1953 BMA Hazelcar ................ 573 

1955 BMW Isetta Jagdwagen 

(Hunting Car). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 580 

1956 BMW 250 Standard ............ 557 

1956 BMW Isetta 300 ............... 318 

1956 BMW Isetta 300 

‘Bubble Window’ (Z Molding) ..... 293 

1956 BMW Isetta 

‘Bubble Window’ Cabrio ........ 249 

1957 BMW Isetta 300 ............... 638 

1958 BMW 600 .................... 311 

1959 BMW 600 .................... 626 

1959 BMW Isetta “Whatta Drag” ....... 584 

1959 BMW Isetta 300 Three-Wheel 

Special export Model ........... 614 

1961 BMW Isetta 300 Police Car ....... 553 

1950 Bond Minicar Mk A ............. 339 

1951 Bond Minicar Mk B ............. 328 

1953 Bond Minicar Mk C ............. 317 

1953 Bond Mk C ................... 255 

1957 Bond Minicar Mk D ............. 619 

1959 Bond Minicar Mk F ............. 628 

1972 Bond Bug 700e ............... 274 

1958 Brütsch Mopetta ............... 560 

1958 Burgfalke FB250. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 607 

1949 Champion CH-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 313 

1953 Champion 400H .............. 545 

1949 Crosley Farm-O-Road Prototype ... 288 

1954 Cuno Bistram ................. 280 

1973 Datsun 240Z ................. 567 

1954 Daus Prototype ................ 570 

1958 David ....................... 565 

1968 empolini .................... 631 

1955 eshelman Deluxe Child’s Sport Car . 634 

1956 eshelman Child’s Sport Car ...... 559 

1956 eshelman Deluxe Adult Sport Car .. 303 

1956 eshelman Model 200 ........... 327 

1958 eshelman Sportabout Coupe ..... 342 

1959 F.G.l. ....................... 617 

1958 F.M.R. Tg 500 ‘Tiger’ ........... 603 

1960 Fiat Multipla .................. 283 

1960 Fiat Weinsberg 500 limousette .... 558 

1961 Fiat 500K Giardiniera ........... 324 

1959 Frisky Family Three ............. 276 

1955 Fuji Cabin ................... 623 

1953 Fuldamobil n-2 ............... 566 

1956 Fuldamobil S-6 ............... 574 

1956 Fuldamobil S-6 ............... 267 

1959 Glas Isard 400 Coupe .......... 256 

1960 Glas Isard T-700. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 610 

1957 Goggomobil T-250 ............. 295 

1958 Goggomobil Dart .............. 550 

1958 Goggomobil T-250 ............. 578 

1958 Goggomobil T-250 ‘Sunroof’ ..... 622


1958 Goggomobil Tl-400 

Transporter “PeZ” .............. 613 


Transporter Pickup “Coca-Cola” ... 297 


Transporter “Dubble Bubble” ..... 563 


Transporter “Krispy Kreme” ...... 269 

1965 Goggomobil TS-300 Cabriolet .... 246 

1955 Grataloup ................... 577 

1951 Gutbrod Superior 600 .......... 608 

1956 Heinkel Kabine 150 ............ 589 



1963 Heinkel Tourist ................ 329 

1965 Hillers ...................... 322 

1970 Honda n600 ................. 272 

2004 Honda nSR50 Minibike ......... 335 

1954 I.H.l.e. Schottenring Car ........ 555 

1955 Inter 175A Berline ............. 590 

1956 Isetta Velam .................. 546 

1961 Isetta 300 ................... 543 

1961 Isetta 300 Pickup (Factory-Built) ... 244 

1955 Iso Isetta .................... 568 

1955 Iso Isetta .................... 586 

1957 Iso Isettacarro ................ 561 

1947 Julien MM5 .................. 268 

1957 Jurisch Motoplan Prototype ....... 259 

1955 Kapi Jip ..................... 629 

1949 King Midget Series I ............ 316 

1956 King Midget Series II ........... 572 

1959 King S-7 .................... 596 

1960 King Midget Trainer ............ 331 

1965 King Midget Series III ........... 618 

1955 Kleinschnittger F-125 ........... 585 

1951 Kover ....................... 616 

1955 Kroboth Allwetter-Roller ......... 625 

1946 larmar ...................... 642 

1964 lightburn Zeta Runabout ........ 320 

1964 lightburn Zeta Sports ........... 588 

1964 lightburn Zeta Sports Coupe ..... 635 

1952 lloyd lS 300 Kombi ............ 599 

1954 lloyd lP 400 ................. 611 

1956 lloyd lS 400 Kombi ............ 279 

1958 lloyd lP 600 Alexander ......... 305 

1958 Maico 500 ................... 247 

1953 Manocar Prototype ............. 337 

1960 Mazda K360 ................. 273 

1962 Mazda R-360 Coupe ........... 308 

2005 MCC Smart Crossblade ......... 250 

1960 McDonough Buckboard ......... 579 

1953 Messerschmitt KR 175 .......... 243 



1955 Messerschmitt KR 200 “Vic Hyde” .. 595 




1957 Messerschmitt KR 201 Roadster ... 564 








1959 Messerschmitt KR 200 Sport ...... 251 



1961 Messerschmitt KR 200 Cabrio ..... 245 

1962 Messerschmitt KR 200 Service Car . 298 

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1964 Messerschmitt KR 200 Roadster ... 569 

1954 Mi-Val Tipo MO Mivalino ........ 562 

1948 Mochet Type K ................ 257 

1949 Mochet Type K ................ 620 

1951 Mochet CM-125 luxe ........... 593 

1952 Mochet CM-125 Commerciale .... 606 

1952 Mochet CM-125 luxe ........... 321 

1953 Mochet CM-125 Grand luxe ..... 286 

1954 Mochet CM-125 luxe ........... 319 

1956 Mochet CM-125y Berline ........ 556 

1956 Mochet CM-125y Camionette .... 602 

1962 Motobécane .................. 338 

1939 new Map Baby. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 636 

1958 nobel 200 ................... 336 

1959 nobel 200 ................... 627 

1961 nSU Prinz 30 ................. 314 

1965 nSU-Fiat Autobianchi 

Bianchina Panoramica .......... 304 

1954 nWF 200 .................... 306 

1959 Opperman Unicar ............. 275 

1956 Paul Vallée ................... 284 

1964 Peel P50 ..................... 258 

1966 Peel Trident .................. 587 

1942 Peugeot VlV .................. 287 

1976 Porsche 914 2.0 Targa .......... 547 

1959 PTV 250 ..................... 582 

1959 PTV 250 ..................... 252 

1951 Reyonnah .................... 594 

1958 Rollera ...................... 632 

1948 Rolux Baby ................... 581 

1948 Rolux Baby ................... 266 

1950 Rolux Baby ................... 260 

1947 Rovin D2 .................... 281 

1950 Rovin D3 .................... 340 

1953 Rovin D4 .................... 633 

1959 Scootacar Mk I ................ 302 

1960 Scootacar Deluxe Mk II .......... 323 

1961 SeAT 600 .................... 309 

1985 Sinclair C5 ................... 330 

2003 Smart Brabus First edition Cabrio .. 551 

1970 SMZ S-3A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 609 

1958 Solyto ...................... 630 

1967 Solyto Break Camping .......... 277 

1967 Subaru 360 Custom ............ 307 

1970 Subaru 360 .................. 621 

1970 Subaru 360 Sambar Pickup ...... 315 

1961 Taylor-Dunn Trident ............ 600 

1958 Trabant P50 and Weferlinger 

Heimstolz Camping Trailer ....... 253 

1976 Triumph TR6 Convertible ........ 300 

1962 Trojan 200 ................... 262 

1935 Velocar Camionette ‘Motoriseé’ ... 576 

1938 Velocar ..................... 265 

1945 Velocar Type H ................ 639 

1959 Velorex Oskar ................ 637 

1953 Velo-Velocar .................. 332 

1957 Vespa 400 ................... 612 

1963 Vespa Ape ................... 278 

1957 Vespa-Messerschmitt 150 ........ 334 

1957 Victoria 250 .................. 592 

1958 Vjatka VP 150 ................ 333 

1949 Voisin Biscooter Prototype ........ 583 

1957 Voisin Biscooter C31 ............ 292 

1954 Volkswagen Beetle 1200 

Deluxe Cabriolet .............. 312 

1959 Volkswagen Beetle Cabriolet ..... 263 

1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia 

Type 34 Coupe ............... 285 

1958 Zündapp Janus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248

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