Vespa 400

1957—1961

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The Vespa 400 was designed by Piaggio, the Italian manufacturer of Vespa scooters, and licensed to the French firm ACMA. The Vespa 400 was produced during the years 1957–1961.

Max Speed

Weight

84

360

km/h

 

kg

Zündapp Janus

1957—1958

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Courtesy of RM Auctions

Zündapp Janus

1957—1958

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Zündapp, a solid old German motorcycle manufacturer, began production of one of the strangest cars in history in 1957. This microcar was completely symmetrical, with one front door, like the Isetta, and one rear door. The engine was in the center of the car’s body. Production began in 1957 and ended in 1958. In all, 6,902 cars were produced.

Max Speed

Weight

80

425

km/h

 

kg

1/2

Darin Schnabel © 2013 Courtesy of RM Auctions

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