British

Peel Microcars

Manufactured by Peel Engineering, Isle of Man, who built fiberglass boats and motorcycle fairings.

Powered initially by 49cc DKW two-stroke engines, 47 of these miniscule 3-wheelers were built in 1963 and 1964. The P50 was replaced by the slightly larger Peel Trident, some of which used the 98cc engine and automatic transmission from the Triumph Tina scooter. In 1966 they offered a 12v electric motor version.

Models:

    Peel Manxcar
    Peel P50
    Peel Trident
    Peel Viking Sport
    Prototype Fibreglass Minis for BMC
    Peel Manxkart go-kart

Manufacture on the IOM ceased in 1969.

Production resumed in 2010 at premises in Sutton-in-Ashfield, with little change in appearance. These were offered with 49cc four-stroke engines, and also with electric motors. Unlike earlier versions, they have reverse gear.

Sources: Bruce Weiner Microcar Museum, en.wikipedia.org.


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