1959 Messerschmitt KR200

KEY FACTS

• A charming and highly distinctive post-war microcar, this Messerschmitt KR200 is an iconic three-wheeled classic with unmistakable bubble-car styling and tandem seating.
• It is powered by a 191cc single-cylinder engine driving the rear wheel via a four-speed manual transmission.
• This original UK-market model was first registered in November 1959.
• The odometer indicates 48,303 miles, though this is not warranted.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• The KR200 was developed by aircraft engineer Fritz Fend and became one of the most recognisable European microcars of the 1950s, prized today for its compact dimensions, quirky engineering, and enduring novelty value.
• This example is finished in a bold shade of red with a clear ‘bubble’ roof, over a black and beige snake skin-effect vinyl-trimmed interior, featuring a body-coloured dashboard, red seat piping, and chrome trim.
• It rides on a set of 8-inch steel wheels with chrome hubcaps on the front wheels, fitted with Vredestein tyres.
• Equipment includes a rear luggage rack, a hinged roof, a two-spoke yoke-style steering wheel, a VDO speedometer, and an elasticated storage pocket.
• The car comes with the V5C, some period photos, and some magazine cut-outs about the car.
• The sale will include one ignition key.

CONDITION

• Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition.
• The seller states that the vehicle is currently registered as SORN.

SUMMARY

This Messerschmitt KR200 is an instantly recognisable and entertaining example of one of the most celebrated European microcars of the post-war era. Lightweight, compact, and full of character, it offers a nostalgic driving experience that continues to attract collectors and enthusiasts alike. Finished in a classic colour combination, this KR200 would make a charming addition to any collection of unusual classics or microcars. Equally suited to display events, classic car gatherings, or leisurely summer drives, it is a charismatic and conversation-starting machine from a fascinating chapter of motoring history.

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