Messerschmitt KR200 Bubble Car Rouge Sarde

Messerschmitt KR200 Bubble Car Rouge Sarde

The 'Kabinenroller' or Cabin Scooter is a three wheeled bubble car, which in real life was designed by aircraft engineer Fritz Fend and produced in the Messerschmitt aircraft factory in Regensburg, Germany. Introduced in 1955, between then and 1964 when production ceased, approximately 40,000 rolled out of the factory.

The Oxford replica features a hard top rather than the soft-top version, which we are producing later on. The car was designed so that the driver and passenger, riding tandem, got in through a canopy door which was hinged on the right side of the vehicle.

The door included the windshield and window frames which then closed as a monocoque construction over the top of the occupants and was secured on the left hand side. The steering wheel/bar was like that in an aircraft and was much more responsive than comparable cars of its time.

The engine comprised a 191 cc single cylinder 2-stroke model which was set in front of the rear wheel and behind the passenger seat.

There is still a lot of interest in this unusual automobile nicknamed 'Schmitt' today, with enthusiasts all over the world willing to pay over 20,000 Euros for one, against its original DM2500 (1278 Euros)!

Our model is moderately priced in comparison and comes in a bright red with clear roof 'bubble', black chassis and interior floor; bright red dashboard and seating.

Because the roof opens, the interior is particularly well detailed featuring chrome dashboard panels and steering wheel. There is a lot of chrome/silver trim on the exterior too, including the hubcaps.

The model has a UK registration plate 627 CD, emphasising the fact that the tandem format of the driver and passenger seats made the left-hand, right-hand drive mechanical adjustments unnecessary.