Vehicle Description
HIGHLIGHTS
• The beneficiary of a frame-off restoration
• Very rare Convertible (according to what we have researched, only
15 known to be built)
• 300cc BMW 1-cylinder
• 4-speed manual transmission
• Retractable canvas convertible roof
• 10-inch BF Good Rich tires on 10" steel wheels
In the collector car world, unique cars usually command big
attention and serious money. That begs the question: how do you get
a stellar style that's wrapped around road-ready mechanicals
without draining your kid's college fund? Well, you can start by
taking a serious look at this cool Isetta 300 Convertible! A
Teutonic take on Italy's beloved Iso bubble car, this classic wraps
298cc of BMW power and a row-it-yourself 4-speed in crowd-pleasing
aesthetics that are the direct result of a detailed restoration. If
you're in the market for a cool collectible that's guaranteed to
fit anywhere in your collection and draw a big crowd, you may have
found your next obsession!
BODYWORK/TRIM
Fresh out of a frame-off restoration, this tidy BMW layers a fresh
combination of red and white 2-stage on bulbous metal that, prior
to its massage, was essentially rust-free. At the front of that
little red body, a vented door hangs correct BMW badging and a
mirrored Euro Front bumper with a polished wiper, and a polished
handle & hinges. At the sides of that big door, a highly polished
body leads the eye to chrome-trimmed headlights and amber side
marker lamps, which is only found on the Euro cars. And at the back
of that Convertible roof, a small luggage rack with a cute picnic
basket that shades a polished rear bumper & chrome trimmed tail
lights.
ENGINE/DRIVETRAIN
When the original BMW Isetta hit the scene, it featured a 250cc, 12
horsepower motorcycle engine. But, thanks to regulations
adjustments, 1959 saw the introduction of the 300 model and its
298cc, 13 horsepower mill. Interestingly, that micro mill spins
torque to a tough 4-speed transmission. Naturally, that drivetrain
rolls in a fully reconditioned chassis that's ready to hit the
pavement. There's a quartet of drum brakes, which have no problem
bringing this lightweight rig to a fast stop. And power meets the
pavement through stainless-capped steelies, which twist 145/80R10
BF Goodrich with white walls and 758s in front of 145SR10 also with
white walls.
INTERIOR
Simplicity has always been a main selling point of the Isetta, even
in the realm of classics. And you can't get much more basic than
this coupe's clean cockpit. An upright bench features an appealing
combination of plaid and vinyl. In front of that seat, a small
mirror reflects a simple speedometer. To the left of that speedo, a
pristine inner fender props a small shifter behind sparse climate
control. And in front of the driver, a color-keyed steering wheel
laps small foot pedals.
Vintage European metal has aged with more grace than most, wearing
designs that are still capable of turning heads in their basic
factory form. And since they're pretty scarce in many parts of the
world, polished bubble cars get snapped up almost as quickly as
they hit the market. Ready to cruise something truly unique? It's
time to "rendezvous at the Isetta"!
Vin Number 494905
