1957 Bmw Isetta for sale

Details: USDOdometer18030 Body Styleconvertible Engine298ccTransmissionManual More info: https://offerup.com/redirect/?o=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuY2xhc3NpY2F1dG9tYWxsLmNvbS92ZWhpY2xlcy82NzMwLzE5NTctYm13LWlzZXR0YS0zMDAtY2FicmlvbGV0 Description: Interior Color: Red Exterior Color: Red Description: 1957 BMW Isetta 300 Cabriolet Renzo Rivolta, an Italian, developed the Isetta to create an economical car that was a cross between a motorbike and automobile and in 1953, Iso motors launched the car. It did not sell well in Italy and Renzo shopped the idea around to other countries. France produced them, (Velam,) and Romi produced them for Brazil and South America. But it wasn\'t until BMW licensed the car, at the time still struggling after post war restrictions and some unsuccessful models of their own, that Isetta found an audience. In total 160,000 units were produced. For consignment, a 1957 BMW Isetta 300 cabriolet with a title verified 18,030 actual miles. We are honored to have this little egg shaped oddity in our the hits just keep on coming showroom; this is a true standout in many ways. Microcars bring a levity to the car world and never cease to please onlookers, but also make great collectibles for those with an endless interest but limited space. Exterior Red might be the most common and some say, the best color for an Isetta and this one retains all the charm; an interesting little bug a boo with its wide open round headlights hanging off either side of the bodywork, to its narrowing rear with tail lights externally mounted as well. Bumpers, more like push bars, are seen all around gracing each corner, and are accompanied by low profile front and rear bumpers and everything is chrome and shiny. A luggage rack, (a logical option), is mounted to the back, looking very European indeed and gravel guards protect the paint behind the front wheels. Sliding and tall side windows leave a field of exterior viewing almost panoramic when coupled with the windshield. A small canvas sunroof, in good shape if not a bit dirty, is seen on top and to complete the conversion to cabriolet means the folding rear quarter coming off a stationary B-pillar hoop. We would be remiss if we were not mentioning the full front swinging entry door complete with tilt out steering column and wheel for easy access. Some of the 10-inch wheels show definite patina and some surface rust and all are wrapped by miniature 4.80-10\'s white wall tires. Overall, the red paint is very good with blemishes that include a few scuffs and chips. Interior Extremely simple yet comfortable and roomier than one might imagine, a single smooth vinyl red bench fit for two, (and you will definitely have to be friends), runs from side to side...feeling instantly like an amusement park ride. When seated and the front door is closed, the steering wheel and column magically come towards you giving you ergonomic access to the turn signals, a small column mounted speedometer, and an inside fender mounted reverse pattern 4-speed manual shifter. We note some hairline cracks in the white plastic steering wheel. A trio of mini pedals surrounds the steering column on the floor, and surprisingly accommodates the largest shoe sizes. Red painted wheel wells are right there in the cabin with you, and interior walls and floor are no frills to be sure with some worn red carpet in the footwell. The package shelf behind the seats is covered in red carpet and is in clean condition. Drivetrain A 289cc 1 cylinder motorcycle engine from BMW rests neatly in the mid section of the car and is rated at 13 horsepower. A 1-barrel Bing carburetor feeds this air cooled popper, and a 4-speed manual transmission propels you efficiently forward. A 6.24 rear gear ratio helps get the car up to speed...eventually. Undercarriage Too small for our lift we can peek underneath and we see driver quality conditions with numerous areas of surface rust but nothing of major concern. Wheel components are fairly clean. This baby BMW has drum brakes at each end, leading arm and coil spring suspension in front, quarter elliptical leaf spring on the narrow back. A single exhaust travels a short distance through a stock style muffler and terminates under the car thro

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