ISO - Isetta - NO RESERVE - 1955
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1955 ISO Isetta from Italy, no reserve, white, 240 cc petrol, manual transmission, 9.5 HP, matching numbers and colours, Italian registration papers and service book; CoC available on request; unrestored barn-find with body, interior, frame/underbody and mechanical restoration needed; 36,912 km shown; located in Italy.
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Description from the seller
IN RISALTO
- Rare specimen of Italian Iso Isetta
- equipped with the extremely rare original maintenance manual and booklet with pages
- black plates, documents in order for transfer
- Excellent base for a restoration
HISTORY/PANORAMA
The Iso Isetta is an iconic microcar developed in the early 1950s by the Italian company Iso Autoveicoli. Introduced in 1953, it is distinguished by the famous front opening of the cabin. It is powered by an air-cooled single-cylinder engine derived from motorcycles. Produced also under license in several countries, including Germany by BMW, the Isetta played a fundamental role in post-war European motorization. The ISO version is the original designed in Italy, and is today much rarer than the other licensed versions.
Today it is considered one of the most iconic microcars, increasingly appreciated by collectors and enthusiasts.
This specimen, complete and original, is an excellent base for restoration.
EXTERIOR
The bodywork is in need of a complete restoration, however it is the original birth body and has never been replaced.
The underbody is original
INTERIOR
The interiors are present and largely complete; the dashboard includes all original elements of the car, an excellent base for restoration, including the original keys
MECHANICS
The engine is factory-original and original to the car as per the registration document and is not seized.
TRANSPORT
The seller can arrange home delivery in Italy and Europe. Contact for a quote.
BUY NOW: You can insure the lot now without waiting! Have questions? Contact the seller for assistance.
DOCUMENTATION
Italian transfer documents
Historical page booklet
Owner’s manual with original maintenance book and service log
Original spare wheel
SERVICES
All vehicles are our property and we do not operate as a consignment sale. We provide consultancy and support for foreign registration also through our trusted agencies.
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You can also request a video call presentation of the car on your smartphone (WhatsApp, Facetime) which can include engine and driving. A high-resolution gallery, an integral part of the description, may also be available on the seller’s site.
The seller handles the transfer of ownership remotely or the export documents. You can also conveniently collect the car in person, including 15 free days at the seller’s deposit.
We encourage you to view the vehicle before the auction ends, even via video call; write to Catawiki for an appointment.
The seller reserves the right to seek compensation if the buyer does not pay for the purchase in accordance with the sales contract that automatically arises with the winning bid and obliges the buyer to payment, available on the seller’s site.
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Seller's Story
Since 2000, we have specialized in Collector Cars. For six consecutive years (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025), we have been awarded the 'Catawiki Certificate of Excellence' as the best seller, becoming the top seller in the category: each car is independently inspected in person by certified Federperiti experts for maximum transparency and accuracy in our Reserve Auctions. Customer support via email, WhatsApp, and phone is always available during and after the auction to ensure assistance with documents, ownership transfers, export, and delivery. For more information, visit Netclassic.it.
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Translated by Google TranslateIN RISALTO
- Rare specimen of Italian Iso Isetta
- equipped with the extremely rare original maintenance manual and booklet with pages
- black plates, documents in order for transfer
- Excellent base for a restoration
HISTORY/PANORAMA
The Iso Isetta is an iconic microcar developed in the early 1950s by the Italian company Iso Autoveicoli. Introduced in 1953, it is distinguished by the famous front opening of the cabin. It is powered by an air-cooled single-cylinder engine derived from motorcycles. Produced also under license in several countries, including Germany by BMW, the Isetta played a fundamental role in post-war European motorization. The ISO version is the original designed in Italy, and is today much rarer than the other licensed versions.
Today it is considered one of the most iconic microcars, increasingly appreciated by collectors and enthusiasts.
This specimen, complete and original, is an excellent base for restoration.
EXTERIOR
The bodywork is in need of a complete restoration, however it is the original birth body and has never been replaced.
The underbody is original
INTERIOR
The interiors are present and largely complete; the dashboard includes all original elements of the car, an excellent base for restoration, including the original keys
MECHANICS
The engine is factory-original and original to the car as per the registration document and is not seized.
TRANSPORT
The seller can arrange home delivery in Italy and Europe. Contact for a quote.
BUY NOW: You can insure the lot now without waiting! Have questions? Contact the seller for assistance.
DOCUMENTATION
Italian transfer documents
Historical page booklet
Owner’s manual with original maintenance book and service log
Original spare wheel
SERVICES
All vehicles are our property and we do not operate as a consignment sale. We provide consultancy and support for foreign registration also through our trusted agencies.
----
You can also request a video call presentation of the car on your smartphone (WhatsApp, Facetime) which can include engine and driving. A high-resolution gallery, an integral part of the description, may also be available on the seller’s site.
The seller handles the transfer of ownership remotely or the export documents. You can also conveniently collect the car in person, including 15 free days at the seller’s deposit.
We encourage you to view the vehicle before the auction ends, even via video call; write to Catawiki for an appointment.
The seller reserves the right to seek compensation if the buyer does not pay for the purchase in accordance with the sales contract that automatically arises with the winning bid and obliges the buyer to payment, available on the seller’s site.
Follow our No Reserve Classic Car auctions on Catawiki
Seller's Story
Since 2000, we have specialized in Collector Cars. For six consecutive years (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025), we have been awarded the 'Catawiki Certificate of Excellence' as the best seller, becoming the top seller in the category: each car is independently inspected in person by certified Federperiti experts for maximum transparency and accuracy in our Reserve Auctions. Customer support via email, WhatsApp, and phone is always available during and after the auction to ensure assistance with documents, ownership transfers, export, and delivery. For more information, visit Netclassic.it.
Subscribe to stay updated with our mailing list.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Brand
ISO
Model type
Isetta - NO RESERVE
Year
1955
Located in
Italy
Mileage reading
36912 km
Registration papers
with Italian registration
Transmission
Manual
Fuel
Petrol
Colour
White
Horse power
10
Cubic capacity
240
Matching numbers
Yes
Matching colours
Yes
Service book/history
Yes
Valid MOT
No
CoC (Certificate of Conformity) present
On request
Certificate available
Yes
Condition (Paint & body)
Needs Restoration: may have sustained major collision damage, parts can be missing
Condition (Interior)
Needs Restoration: may have sustained major damage, parts can be missing
Condition (Frame & underbody)
Needs Restoration: may have sustained major collision damage, needs welding, parts can be missing
Condition (Mechanical)
Needs Restoration: may have sustained major collision damage, engine and/or transmission can be stuck
Condition (Overall)
In need of restoration (barn find)
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Catawiki always aims to offer you the best possible buying experience. Our experts virtually review and select every vehicle in line with our submission guidelines and we require our sellers to provide the most accurate description of the vehicle. However, providing a fully detailed analysis of the vehicle is extremely difficult, and close to impossible. To guide you, we ask our sellers to provide information about the vehicle’s condition. Please consider that most vehicles for sale are classic vehicles and they often already have a whole life behind them, meaning that even a condition 1 or 2 vehicle might need maintenance to be ready for the road. It is advised to carefully read our submission guidelines that further describe details about the condition grades and types to manage your expectations. Cars are sold “as is”, meaning as described and in the condition they are in at the time of the sale and without any representation, warranty or assumption of liability of any kind as to the condition by Catawiki or by the seller. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from yours, your local garage, or the dealer’s opinion. This does not automatically mean the car does not conform to its description. Before bidding, please check your local legislation regarding vehicle registration. Neither the seller nor Catawiki is responsible for the registration of the vehicle in your country and will not accept a cancellation for your failure to register the vehicle. We also recommend that, if possible, you arrange a viewing with the seller before placing a bid.
