Strong points

Well-preserved copy
Stored dry as a museum display model, indoors
Late example with three wheels

The most

The prolific German aircraft manufacturer Heinkel was banned from making aircraft after the Second World War, leading the firm to diversify into microcars - an affordable means of transport for economically struggling post-war Europe.

The Kabine was its first model, introducing a design that would become very famous in Britain in the following years, produced under licence by Trojan. We are delighted to offer this rare 1959 German example - one of the last produced by the brand. After October 1956, Heinkel introduced the 204cc 153 and 154 models, with three and four wheels respectively. This is a 153 S model, with a single rear wheel and a 198cc engine (reduced slightly in later years for tax reasons).

Presented in very good overall condition, this Heinkel requires repair to the electrical system, but is otherwise in good mechanical condition. These are simple machines, so it shouldn't take much to get it back on the road.

History and documentation

Chassis no. 353220
Currently on static display
Swedish registration documentation present
Copies of original workshop manuals and other documents

Condition

Elegantly presented in a classic white on red colour scheme
The large plexiglass windows all appear to be in good condition, with no cracks or noticeable signs of wear
Mounted on lightly soiled whitewall tyres
Paintwork and chrome trim appear to be in good condition
The interior appears well preserved, with minimal wear for a vehicle of this age and nature

Mechanicals

198cc single-cylinder engine producing 9bhp
Three-wheel design, with power transmitted to the rear wheel
Four-speed manual gearbox with reverse gear
We have been told that there is a problem with a short circuit in the wiring.
As these are very simple cars, both mechanically and electrically, we are confident that it will take relatively little work to get it up and running again.

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