That is because it is what was known at the time as a ‘bubble-car’, a most unconventional design for this 1960 Messerschmitt KR200 Bubble Top finished in blue, complimented by its black interior. These three-wheeler German automobiles were the ultimate in cost-efficient motoring, both in terms of their price in the marketplace and their fuel economy – anyone for 87 miles per gallon, powered by a 200cc engine then capable of 62mph, in this attractive alternative to four wheel cars? Could be worse, eh?

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Crafted with precision and assiduous attention to detail, these German classics exuded sophistication and charm. And our specific model’s chrome trim and bubble style are finished in a stunning light blue exterior that captures the essence of luxury, refinement, and Teutonic tastefulness.

This Messerschmitt is not just a mode of transportation but a true piece of art, taking an airplane’s craftsmanship onto the main road. Do not miss your chance to own a piece of automotive history.

The highest-scoring, Erich Hartmann, was credited with 352 victories. The aircraft was also flown by Hans-Joachim Marseille, the highest-scoring ace in the North African campaign, who shot down 158 enemy aircraft. It was also flown by many aces from other countries fighting with Germany, notably the Finn Ilmari Juutilainen, the highest-scoring non-German ace. He scored 58 of his 94 confirmed victories with the BF 109.)

From mid-July 1938 Messerschmitt AG was a German share-ownership aircraft manufacturing corporation named after its chief designer Willy Messerschmitt. Despite Germany’s defeat in World War II, the company survived but was forbidden to manufacture planes for the next ten years.

Accordingly, Messerschmitt sought fresh avenues of income. One alternative the company came up with was the three-wheeled motorcycle/bubble car or Kabinenroller (cabinscooter) KR175, replaced by the KR200, which were designed by aircraft engineer Fritz Fend. After the Second World War, Fend, who had been a technical officer with the Luftwaffe, opened a workshop in Rosenheim, Germany.

Many Flitzer buyers were not invalids but healthy people seeking basic personal transportation. This led Fend to design the Fend 150, a larger, two-passenger car based on the concepts of the Flitzer. With mass production in mind, Fend approached Willy Messerschmitt, with a proposal for Messerschmitt AG to build a more developed version of the Fend 150. Messerschmitt, needing products to build to keep his factories working, accepted the plan.

The development of the Fend 150 led to the production of the Messerschmitt KR175, which began in February 1953. The three-wheeler was a success: the KR175’s excellent road manners and relative lack of width made it a good city commute.

In 1955 Messerschmitt replaced the KR175 with the KR200. ‘Motor car comfort at microcar costs!’ ran an advertisement tagline for this new model.

KR200 production expanded to three models in 1957 with the introduction of the Kabrio convertible and the KR201 Roadster.

In 1956, Messerschmitt was allowed to manufacture aircraft again and lost interest in Fend’s microcars. Messerschmitt sold the Regenburg works to Fend, who, with brake and hub supplier Valentin Knott, formed Fahrzeug-und Maschinenbau GmbH, Regensburg (FMR) to continue production of the KR200 and his other vehicles. FMR was allowed to continue using the Messerschmitt name and logo on the KR200.

Production of the KR200 was heavily reduced in 1962 and ceased in 1964.

But as you know, we have a lovely example of a KR200 right now at Beverly Hills Car Club.

Contact us today to make this classic beauty yours.

-Alex Manos, Owner