1958 BMW Isetta 300 Landespolizei - Fantastic, Rust-Free, Restored Example

If you're looking for an Isetta. you're looking for something unique. something that draws attention. something that will stand out. whether it's on the street. in front of your business or at a car show in your area. Yes. it's the car that saved BMW; yes. it has charming. space-age Italian designed lines; yes. it's arguably the world's best-loved micro-car; but ultimately the model's history and aesthetic appeal are overshadowed today by its sheer ability to make people point and smile. and no other Isetta does it better than the one we have offered here today.

Head-turning and ceaselessly charming. this 1958 BMW Isetta 300 “Landespolizei” model is finished in requisite and hard-to-find Police Green (Polizeigruen. BMW Color Code 758) over a tan interior. “Landespolizei” translates loosely to "State Police". and as hard as it may be to imagine. many German local and federal agencies (including the State Police) utilized the small. albeit cost effective and dependable Isetta for any number of tasks. Featuring all of the correct Landespolizei insignias and fonts. an original and fully functional Eisemann RKLE 90 flashing blue light and twin. modulating Bosch Supertone sirens. this example is certainly an attention grabber. although for legality's sake we'd recommend not engaging the light or siren when on public roads. Of all the classic. collector and unique cars that we've owned. no one model garners more attention from other drivers and pedestrians than the BMW Isetta. And of all the Isettas that we've owned over the years. none have come close to drawing the attention that this Landespolizei 300 does. Thumbs ups. waves and requests for photographs run rampant - people just can't help but feel good in this car's presence.

Restored a few years ago. the car presents beautifully. its deep green finish consistent. deep and lustrous. free of any significant imperfections. The car's body is completely straight and its undercarriage is solid and clean. the car exhibiting absolutely no evidence of rust.  The interior is also in great shape. the tan seat and interior panels showing only minimal wear. the correct rubber floor lining flawless and the canvas sunroof clean and fully functional. All the finished interior surfaces (steering wheel. instrument hub. e-brake. etc. ) are also in very good condition. as is all of the chrome. including flawless new hubcaps on color-matched wheels that are wrapped in tires with plenty of remaining tread.

Mechanically the car is in excellent shape. its original one cylinder. four stroke 298cc engine starting easily and idling consistently. The car shifts well. pulling through each of its gears strongly. and it's also quite sure footed on the road. handling tightly on its incredibly short wheelbase and driving and braking straight. Surprisingly peppy. the car is as much fun to drive as it is to look at. although despite its livery. we're skeptical that you'll be pulling over any speeders on the Autobahn. The car has recently received a considerable amount of service. with the brakes. clutch. flywheel and carburetor having all been gone through using only correct BMW parts. Everything works as it should and the car needs nothing to be enjoyed. save for a proud new owner.

Isettas have skyrocketed in value in recent years with auction examples of standard 300 models routinely fetching $50k+ and showing no signs of slowing. The Bruce Weiner Microcar auction held by RM Auctions earlier this year saw many rare examples knock on the door of $100k. including a similar 1961 Isetta 300 Police Car that sold for a whopping $86. 00. With our much more reasonable pricing. this is an excellent opportunity to acquire a beautiful and solid example of a wonderful investment grade car. whether it be for the serious collector/investor. a promotional vehicle for a business owner or a unique driver for the weekend enthusiast. Please bid accordingly.

We want this car to go to great home and would be happy to further discuss it and answer any questions. so please feel free to email us or call us at 805-202-4557. You can also visit us online at GoodmanReed.

Goodman Reed Motorcars

We've always had an appreciation for classic European cars and over the years have created an eclectic personal collection. We only buy cars that we'd personally be interested in owning and generally only sell them to make room for other acquisitions. That time has come for this BMW (if the price is right. of course – this isn't a fire sale). We try to give accurate descriptions of the cars we're selling. but we're enthusiasts. not experts. and we encourage and are happy to help facilitate personal or professional inspections. But please do so before bidding. as the alternative harms our ability to make sales to other interested parties who have done their proper due diligence before bidding.

For U. S. buyers a 10% non-refundable deposit is required within 3 days of the auction's end. the balance to be paid within 7 days of the auction's end. Foreign buyers must pay in full within 7 business days of the auction's end. Buyer is responsible for shipping. however we'd be more that happy to help with recommendations and arrangements. The car is listed locally and we reserve the right to end the auction at any time should it sell prior to auction's end. Thanks for your interest.

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