1960 Berkeley T-60, 3-Wheeler Convertible Microcar

British car and caravan manufacturer, Berkeley Cars, were surprisingly late to the British microcar boom of the 1950's but their T60 was an instant hit. In the UK where three-wheelers could be driven on a motorcycle licence it offered an attractive proposition which combined with lower road tax and purchase prices should theoretically have secured its success. Regrettably, Berkeley's mainstream caravan business was in decline and the business failed to combat the dwindling demand. As such they were forced into receivership in 1960 after just 1,800 T60's were made.

The T60 is powered by the 328cc Excelsior Talisman engine and the four-speed and reverse type VR gearbox. This T60 with just two owners from new (one of these for 53 years!) has travelled just 100 miles since it's last MOT in 2007, is now on SORN and is accompanied by a number of past MOT's. First registered in May 1960 this car has had just two owners from new and is in good condition for its year. Like many cars of more than 55 years it could benefit from some light cosmetic improvement.Today there is an active owner's club (the Berkeley Enthusiasts' Club), which provides a range of parts and services aimed at preserving the remaining few hundred cars known to survive worldwide. For the eagle-eyed amongst you perhaps you'll also notice the front-end styling cues which are evocative of the iconic Aston Martin DB5. No? Just us then...

NB. The original chassis plate matching engine crankcase (number B12690) has been found and will be sold with this car.