Vehicle Description
You know why you love a bubble car like this 1957 BMW Isetta. What
was once a vehicle that got a country back on wheels is now an icon
of fun things arriving in small packages. So to maximize your
smiles, you want a complete and ready-to-run version like this
one.
The Isetta is an interesting part of a legendary history. After
all, the premium driver-focused BMWs of today are not exactly
reflected in this economy car. But what we do see is that BMW's
superior quality was able to take Iso's design and make a sturdy
car that helped get Germany back in the automotive market after
WWII. That's the true beauty of BMW's engineering, and later in
life. Today it strikes the right balance of a utilitarian driver's
car while also continuing to have a good shine. Plus, it might seem
funny that such a minimalist car could have room for three-piece
chrome bumpers front and rear, but it adds a touch of style to the
simpler life. So there is quite a lot of appeal in such a clean,
straight, and complete small package that this one represents.
Everything was about a car like this was geared to serve as much
purpose as possible, and today it's fun to showcase the clever
design pieces in the details. So don't be surprised when everyone
loves to see the whole front end open up with the single door and
swing-out steering wheel. While this is an early model Isetta, it
is late enough for the sliding side windows, which means plenty of
welcomed added ventilation. Plus, the fabric sunroof was standard,
that way there was a second exit if needed.
The power from this city car is part of its allure when new. While
the original Iso came with a smoky two-stroke motor, BMW installed
a 298cc version of their powerful and reliable four-stroke
motorcycle engine. Today that numbers-matching motor is still part
of this little piece of history. the way it fires up and runs is
another reminder that this little car has received the right care.
It's mated to a useful four-speed manual transmission. You're still
not going to win any drag races, but there's a lot of fun and
versatility in being able to reach down a gear for added pep.
This Isetta is for the bubble car lover who also loves to have a
fun Sunday drive. It may be a small package, but you'll be amazed
at the big attention it commands. Call today!!!
