1 / 11

BMW Isetta 300 Three-Wheeler

1961 · 32,787 miles · Manual · Blue

£32,000

Listed today at Heritage Classic, London. Last checked today.

Key facts

Year: 1961
Mileage: 32,787 miles
Gearbox: Manual
Engine: 298cc single-cylinder
Fuel: Petrol
Drive: RWD
Colour: Blue
Generation: Isetta 300 (UK-built three-wheeler, Isetta of Great Britain, Brighton, 1957–1964)

About this car

The Isetta began as an Italian design and was built under licence in several countries, including Britain. This 1961 car is a UK-built right-hand-drive example of the 300, the three-wheeler version, with its front-opening door hinged on the right and Lucas electrics in place of the German Hella and Bosch parts.

It shows 32,787 miles and is finished in blue over a grey interior. The original buff logbook lists Olive Watts as keeper until 1990, after which the car went into storage and was sold in 1995. It was renovated over a period, and the page says it remains original apart from the fresh paintwork.

The history file includes MOT certificates, the buff logbook, tax discs back to 1961, manuals and service receipts.

Written by Vertar from Heritage Classic’s listing. Check the details with the dealer before you buy.

Performance

The maker’s official figures for this model, not measurements of this car (BMW period specification for the 298cc single-cylinder engine (13 PS). Weight, top speed and acceleration are left blank because I can't confirm published figures for the UK three-wheeler.).

Power: 13 bhp
Engine: 298 cc, 1 cylinders
Engine position: Rear-engined
Induction: Naturally aspirated