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1956 Messerschmitt KR 201 Roadster

Lot Number: 610

1956 Messerschmitt KR 201 Roadster

A very rare and desirable three-wheeled 'Cabin Scooter' fully restored to an outstanding level and accompanied by a matching trailer.

Sold for: £25,833

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 12th November, 2022 at 10.00am GMT at NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT

BODY COLOUR
Red
DRIVE
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REG NUMBER
SXV 885

SUMMARY

A very rare and desirable three-wheeled 'Cabin Scooter' fully restored to an outstanding level and accompanied by a matching trailer.

DESCRIPTION

Known as 'Kabinenroller' in Germany and 'Cabin Scooters' in the UK, this group of vehicles were popular when small was chic and virtuous. Introduced in June 1957, the Messerschmitt KR201 Roadster was one of the most glamorous of them all and addressed some of the challenges faced by owners of standard K200s in warmer climates who were suffering under their perspex roofs on sunny days. The 191cc Fichtel & Sachs, two-stroke engine featured a raised compression ratio of 8.0:1, producing an extra 2bhp and endowing the KR201 with a maximum speed of 65mph.

This particular KR 201 has been fully restored and superbly detailed throughout, looking fabulous in gleaming Signal Red with blue seating highlighted in imitation snakeskin, black flooring and a new black soft top and tonneau cover. It's believed to be one of just 300 examples produced worldwide and even more rare as it has been UK-registered from new. This little Roadster is a real head turner and, I am told, is a delight to drive receiving serious attention wherever it goes. It should be noted that the reverse option is not currently wired to the ignition system and that there is not a towing bracket currently fitted to the vehicle, a fairly straightforward process enabling the gorgeous little matching trailer, packed with the picnic hamper, to follow you closely. A delightful alternative to everyday motoring but not for the shy and retiring!

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number: 610
Make: MESSERSCHMITT
Model: KR 201
Variant: 3 WHEELER CABIN SCOOTER
Registration Number: SXV 885
MOT Expiry: Exempt
Chassis Number: 59370
Transmission: Manual
Body Colour: Red

GALLERY

CONSIGNOR

Charles Smalley
Car Specialist
07421 007866
charles@iconicauctioneers.com

For further information regarding this lot please contact Charles.

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