Description
Kelham Hall | Newark, Nottinghamshire
Viewing: Tues 17th March 2026 from 12pm
Auction: Weds 18th March 2026
Location: Kelham Hall Main Street, Newark, Nottinghamshire NG23 5QX
1960 BMW Isetta 300
Estimate
£16, 000 - £20, 000
Registration No: XYL 795
Chassis No: 320816
MOT: Exempt
Finished in an attractive colourway evoking the 1960's
Understood to have been fully reconditioned in c. 1984
In very good order on top, underneath and inside
Understood to have covered minimal mileage in the last few years
One of the more successful designs of the micro-car era was the BMW Isetta. By 1959 they were powered by a 297cc engine was reckoned capable of 65mph and 55mpg. Approximately 162, 000 Isettas had been made by the time production ceased in 1962. This 'big' Isetta 300 The most memorable aspect of the design was the steering wheel and dashboard were attached to and moved with the opening fridge-like door to facilitate entry. From 1957, the two-seater Isetta incorporated sliding side windows for better ventilation.
PLEASE NOTE: This lot will be cleaned and re-photographed at the sale
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