The Peel P50 is a three-wheeled microcar originally manufactured from 1962 to 1965.

The 1963 model retailed for £199 when new and currently holds the record for the smallest automobile to go into production.

It has no reverse gear thus proving difficult to maneuver in tight situations however, designed as a city car, it was advertised as capable of seating 'one adult and a shopping bag'.

The vehicle's only door was on its left side and equipment included a single windscreen wiper and only one headlight.

The Peel Trident was the second three-wheeled microcar made by Peel and manufactured from 1965 to 1966.

The Trident featured a clear bubble top and either two seats or one seat with a detachable shopping basket.

Like its predecessor it was marketed as a 'shopping car' or a Saloon Scooter.

On 28th October 2007 the P50 was featured on BBC Top Gear during which presenter Jeremy Clarkson, entered the car and drove through central London to work.

Clarkson, who is 6ft, 5in tall, demon...