Vehicle Description
1958 BMW Isetta 600. It is powered by a correct 582 cc horizontally
opposed 2�-cylinder engine with 1�-barrel carburetor rated at 19.5
hp. The shifting is done through a 4� speed manual transmission and
four wheel hydraulic drum brakes brings the car to a halt when
needed. While the original single-�door Isetta 250 and later 300's
has been built under license by BMW, the Isetta 600 was a design
that the Munich�-based company developed. The Isetta 600, with its
larger engine, longer wheelbase, extended body providing seating
for four, went from coupe to sedan and was designed to be a
stepping stone towards returning for full �scale automotive
production. The ideal economy car for a small family, the 600 was
in production for just two model years 1958 and 1959, during which
time around 35,000 were produced, a bit less than BMW had hoped
for, but making them rare and sought after today. Few Isetta 600's
have come to American shores and making this prime example a real
treat to offer and review. It has been treated to a recent
restoration featuring a correct and attractive red and white finish
with a new vinyl interior. The engine is reported to run out quite
well. The 600 features BMW's first use of an independent
semi-�trailing arm suspension, used in nearly every BMW automobile
up into the 1990's, which makes it one of the most drivable and
enjoyable micro �cars ever built. A wonderful combination of unique
designs with the front of the car opening for driver and passenger,
plus room for the kids, a picnic basket or a set of golf �clubs,
this BMW is the way to go. Please call Coast Motor Company today at
(941) 212-6548 or after hours at (941) 417-0269 and we would be
happy to help answer any questions you may have. Also, if you would
like additional photos or videos please do not hesitate to ask.
Keep in mind that we can provide financing as well as open or
enclosed transportation right to your door. We have the ability to
ship just about anywhere in the world regardless of your
destination. Our goal is to make the whole process easy and fun so
give us a call and see what we can do for you. All information
provided is to the best of our knowledge and we are not responsible
for errors or omissions.
