Shmidt.Art - BMW - BMW Isetta 300 - 1950s
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BMW poster featuring the Isetta 300 Export, a vintage automotive technical poster in mint condition.
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A premium automotive technical poster dedicated to the 1957 BMW Isetta 300 Export — one of the most recognizable microcars of the post-war era and an ingenious example of compact German automotive engineering.
This artwork presents the BMW Isetta 300 in a clean factory technical-document style, combining precise front, side, rear and overhead views with dimensional references, mechanical specifications and a detailed representation of its compact rear-mounted powertrain.
The BMW Isetta
Originally based on the innovative Italian Isetta concept, BMW extensively redesigned the vehicle for its own production, creating a distinctive microcar ideally suited to the economic and urban conditions of 1950s Europe.
Its unusual front-opening door, extremely compact body and economical single-cylinder engine made the Isetta unlike almost anything else on the road.
The 1957 Isetta 300 Export
The Isetta 300 represented an evolution of BMW’s earlier 250 model, using an enlarged engine while retaining the extraordinary packaging concept that defined the car.
Despite measuring little more than two metres in length, the Isetta provided enclosed transportation for two occupants while maintaining exceptionally low running costs.
298 cc Single-Cylinder Engine
The Isetta 300 is powered by a 298 cc naturally aspirated single-cylinder four-stroke engine.
The air-cooled power unit is positioned at the rear and produces approximately 9.5 kW / 13 PS at around 5,200 rpm.
Its simplicity, compact dimensions and low fuel requirements were perfectly suited to the lightweight microcar.
Unique Rear-Wheel Layout
One of the Isetta’s most distinctive engineering features is its unusual rear axle arrangement.
The two rear wheels are positioned extremely close together, with a rear track of only approximately 520 mm. This narrow arrangement allowed BMW to avoid the complexity of a conventional differential.
Power is delivered to the rear wheels, while the much wider front track provides stability and steering control.
Four-Speed Manual Transmission
The single-cylinder engine is paired with a four-speed manual gearbox.
Combined with the car’s approximately 350 kg curb weight, the modest power output is sufficient for urban transportation while maintaining the mechanical simplicity central to the Isetta concept.
Technical Dimensions
Wheelbase: 1500 mm
Front track: 1200 mm
Rear track: 520 mm
Overall length: 2285 mm
Overall width: 1380 mm
Overall height: 1340 mm
These extraordinary dimensions demonstrate the Isetta’s unconventional proportions, particularly the dramatic difference between its front and rear track widths.
Performance
The 298 cc single-cylinder engine produces approximately 13 PS, with a top speed of around 85 km/h.
Performance was never the primary objective. Instead, the Isetta focused on minimal weight, economical operation, compact dimensions and maximum packaging efficiency.
Detailed Technical Composition
The artwork includes true front and rear orthographic elevations, a large 90-degree side profile, an overhead technical view revealing the compact rear-mounted engine, dimensional measurements, engine specifications, transmission and weight information, performance data and a period-inspired BMW technical inspection stamp.
The warm ivory background, restrained technical linework and structured typography recreate the appearance of an archival BMW engineering document while emphasizing the unmistakable proportions and mechanical layout of the Isetta.
Specifications
Model: BMW Isetta 300 Export
Year: 1957
Engine: Single-cylinder four-stroke
Displacement: 298 cc
Cooling: Air-cooled
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
Engine position: Rear
Power: Approximately 9.5 kW / 13 PS at 5,200 rpm
Transmission: 4-speed manual
Drive: Rear-wheel drive
Curb weight: Approximately 350 kg
Wheelbase: 1500 mm
Front track: 1200 mm
Rear track: 520 mm
Length: 2285 mm
Width: 1380 mm
Height: 1340 mm
Top speed: Approximately 85 km/h
The poster makes a distinctive decorative piece for a garage, workshop, office, studio, living room or automotive collection. Its technical-document aesthetic is particularly suited to enthusiasts of BMW, historic microcars, unusual engineering and classic European automotive design.
A technical celebration of one of BMW’s most unconventional vehicles — combining minimal dimensions, ingenious packaging and unmistakable 1950s character in an archival-inspired presentation.
The poster will be carefully packed for shipping to ensure safe delivery.
AI disclosure: This poster design was created using generative AI and subsequently reviewed and manually edited by Shmidt.Art.
A premium automotive technical poster dedicated to the 1957 BMW Isetta 300 Export — one of the most recognizable microcars of the post-war era and an ingenious example of compact German automotive engineering.
This artwork presents the BMW Isetta 300 in a clean factory technical-document style, combining precise front, side, rear and overhead views with dimensional references, mechanical specifications and a detailed representation of its compact rear-mounted powertrain.
The BMW Isetta
Originally based on the innovative Italian Isetta concept, BMW extensively redesigned the vehicle for its own production, creating a distinctive microcar ideally suited to the economic and urban conditions of 1950s Europe.
Its unusual front-opening door, extremely compact body and economical single-cylinder engine made the Isetta unlike almost anything else on the road.
The 1957 Isetta 300 Export
The Isetta 300 represented an evolution of BMW’s earlier 250 model, using an enlarged engine while retaining the extraordinary packaging concept that defined the car.
Despite measuring little more than two metres in length, the Isetta provided enclosed transportation for two occupants while maintaining exceptionally low running costs.
298 cc Single-Cylinder Engine
The Isetta 300 is powered by a 298 cc naturally aspirated single-cylinder four-stroke engine.
The air-cooled power unit is positioned at the rear and produces approximately 9.5 kW / 13 PS at around 5,200 rpm.
Its simplicity, compact dimensions and low fuel requirements were perfectly suited to the lightweight microcar.
Unique Rear-Wheel Layout
One of the Isetta’s most distinctive engineering features is its unusual rear axle arrangement.
The two rear wheels are positioned extremely close together, with a rear track of only approximately 520 mm. This narrow arrangement allowed BMW to avoid the complexity of a conventional differential.
Power is delivered to the rear wheels, while the much wider front track provides stability and steering control.
Four-Speed Manual Transmission
The single-cylinder engine is paired with a four-speed manual gearbox.
Combined with the car’s approximately 350 kg curb weight, the modest power output is sufficient for urban transportation while maintaining the mechanical simplicity central to the Isetta concept.
Technical Dimensions
Wheelbase: 1500 mm
Front track: 1200 mm
Rear track: 520 mm
Overall length: 2285 mm
Overall width: 1380 mm
Overall height: 1340 mm
These extraordinary dimensions demonstrate the Isetta’s unconventional proportions, particularly the dramatic difference between its front and rear track widths.
Performance
The 298 cc single-cylinder engine produces approximately 13 PS, with a top speed of around 85 km/h.
Performance was never the primary objective. Instead, the Isetta focused on minimal weight, economical operation, compact dimensions and maximum packaging efficiency.
Detailed Technical Composition
The artwork includes true front and rear orthographic elevations, a large 90-degree side profile, an overhead technical view revealing the compact rear-mounted engine, dimensional measurements, engine specifications, transmission and weight information, performance data and a period-inspired BMW technical inspection stamp.
The warm ivory background, restrained technical linework and structured typography recreate the appearance of an archival BMW engineering document while emphasizing the unmistakable proportions and mechanical layout of the Isetta.
Specifications
Model: BMW Isetta 300 Export
Year: 1957
Engine: Single-cylinder four-stroke
Displacement: 298 cc
Cooling: Air-cooled
Aspiration: Naturally aspirated
Engine position: Rear
Power: Approximately 9.5 kW / 13 PS at 5,200 rpm
Transmission: 4-speed manual
Drive: Rear-wheel drive
Curb weight: Approximately 350 kg
Wheelbase: 1500 mm
Front track: 1200 mm
Rear track: 520 mm
Length: 2285 mm
Width: 1380 mm
Height: 1340 mm
Top speed: Approximately 85 km/h
The poster makes a distinctive decorative piece for a garage, workshop, office, studio, living room or automotive collection. Its technical-document aesthetic is particularly suited to enthusiasts of BMW, historic microcars, unusual engineering and classic European automotive design.
A technical celebration of one of BMW’s most unconventional vehicles — combining minimal dimensions, ingenious packaging and unmistakable 1950s character in an archival-inspired presentation.
The poster will be carefully packed for shipping to ensure safe delivery.
AI disclosure: This poster design was created using generative AI and subsequently reviewed and manually edited by Shmidt.Art.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Designer/artist
Shmidt.Art
Manufacturer/brand
BMW
Specific region of origin
Munich
Poster title
BMW Isetta 300
Subject
Graphic design, Transport
Estimated period
1950s
Country of origin
Germany
Condition
A (excellent - mint condition)
Number of objects
1
Height
59.4 cm
Width
84.1 cm
Autographed by a famous person
No
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