Christel Zeilinger introduces the BMW Isetta 300 and how the iconic bubble car came to be. | Blackhawk Museum

1957 BMW Isetta 250 “Bubble Window” Not your everyday BMW — this Isetta is one of the most unique pieces amongst our collection. The 1957 BMW Isetta 250 is said to be the most rare of its kind. Known for its iconic bubble windows, refrigerator style door, and microcar size. The history behind the Isetta from the BMW archives — “BMW was on the brink of bankruptcy in the mid-1950s. Motorcycle production was declining. Luxury vehicles like the 503 and the 507 were so expensive to produce that BMW s

🔦Collection Highlight🔦⁠ ⁠ The BMW Isetta is a compact microcar that was produced from 1955 until 1962, making it rather unique. 🚗⁠ ⁠ Designed by ISO, Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft (BMW) licensed the production of the car. ⁠ ⁠ The car ended up being a key model in BMW's lineup and helped them early on to navigate a challenging period for the company. ⁠ #OHTM #Automotive #Cars #AntiqueCars #Planes #Biplanes #History #NewEngland #ExplorePage #Isetta #BMW | Owls Head Transportation