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1957 Messerschmitt KR201 Roadster

United Kingdom • 3 Aug 2025

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This 1957 Messerschmitt KR201 Roadster is a mechanically and cosmetically restored German microcar with low mileage, powered by a 191cc two-stroke engine and featuring a unique tandem seating arrangement. The car comes with a remarkable history file, including original documentation, and while it has been restored, potential buyers should inspect it carefully.

Condition

7

The car has been restored, including a bare-metal respray, new upholstery, glass, tires, wiring, and soft top, as well as an engine and gearbox overhaul. However, the listing advises potential buyers to carefully review the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition, and take into account that classic vehicles may have had cosmetic or bodywork repairs that are not visually apparent. This suggests that while the car is in solid condition, there may be slight wear visible or minor imperfections present.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

[Chassis No]

Odometer:

14,175 miles

Reg Number:

[Reg Number]

RHD/LHD:

[RHD/LHD]

KEY FACTS This Messerschmitt KR201 is a classic German three-wheeled microcar, which has been mechanically and cosmetically restored.

It is powered by a two-stroke 191cc single-cylinder engine, delivering around 12bhp to the rear wheel through a four-speed manual transmission.

This Messerschmitt has been with the seller for the last 10 years, and the indicated odometer reading of just 14,175 miles is believed to be the genuine total from new.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES The Messerschmitt KR201 was released as a convertible version of the marque’s popular KR200.

‘KR’ in the model name stands for Kabinenroller, or ‘cabin scooter’, with its design reminiscent of a scooter, complete with two seats arranged in a tandem format and a single-cylinder two-stroke engine driving a single rear wheel.

This example is finished in red with a black folding soft top, and the cabin is home to two black seats featuring red piping and snakeskin-style detailing.

It rides on a set of eight-inch steel wheel...