BMW 600 '59

This BMW 600 was first registered on January 22, 1959, and is the larger sibling of the iconic Isetta. With its twin-cylinder engine and distinctive body shape, it is considered a remarkable collector’s item in the history of microcars.

The BMW 600 was developed from the Isetta by Bayerische Motoren Werke (BMW). Like the Isetta, it features a large front door, but also an additional side door for practicality. Its engine concept comes directly from BMW’s proven motorcycle boxer engine. Built only from September 1957 to November 1959, production was very short. Marketed as a budget-friendly alternative to a full-size car, many examples were used extensively, worn out, and discarded – making surviving cars extremely rare today.

This example is in need of restoration and represents an attractive project for enthusiasts looking for a rare microcar with future potential.

Technical data

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  Make: BMW

  
  


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  Model: 600

  
  


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  Year: 1959

  
  


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  Engine: 582 cc twin-cylinder

  
  


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  Transmission: Manual gearbox

  
  


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  Drive: Rear-wheel drive

  
  


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  Colour: Blue

  
  


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  Mileage: 7,998 km (odometer reading)

  
  


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  Chassis number: 136614

  
  

Condition and remarks

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  Bodywork: Rust present – requires welding and repair

  
  


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  Paintwork: Poor condition – to be repainted

  
  


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  Underside: Surface rust – welding needed on the floorpan

  
  


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  Tyres: Dried out – to be replaced

  
  


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  Interior: Dirty and torn – needs full restoration

  
  


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  Chassis number: Not legible – not compliant

  
  


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  Engine bay: Very dirty – engine not starting

  
  


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  Maintenance: Urgently required

  
  


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  Battery: Old – to be replaced immediately

  
  


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  Gearbox: Not testable – car not running

  
  


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  Brakes and handbrake: Repair required

  
  


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  Electrical system: Not testable – key missing

  
  


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  Lights: Not testable – repair required

  
  


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  Suspension: Repair required

  
  

Strong points

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  Rare BMW 600 – successor to the Isetta

  
  


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  Authentic microcar with unique body design

  
  


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  Attractive restoration project for collectors

  
  

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