This distinctive Trabant Homage watch celebrates one of the most recognisable automobiles of twentieth-century Eastern Europe. Its blue speedometer-inspired dial, oversized 41 mm black-finished case and nostalgic dashboard details create a playful collector’s piece with unmistakable automotive character. Technical Details Theme: Trabant Homage Type: Automotive-inspired wristwatch Movement: Quartz Functions: Hours, minutes and central seconds Case material: Steel with black-painted finish Case diameter: Approximately 41 mm, excluding the crown Crystal: Acrylic glass Dial: Textured blue Trabant speedometer-style dial Display: Speed markings from 0 to 120 km/h Dial details: Trabant script, steering-wheel motif, fuel-pump symbol and decorative odometer display Pushers: Decorative, with no stated additional functions Case back: Plain stainless-steel case back Strap: Generic black synthetic-leather strap Wrist size: Suitable for a wrist of up to approximately 20 cm Water resistance: Not tested Accessories: Generic presentation box Condition Report The watch is offered in Grade A condition, presenting very well overall with only fine traces of previous use. Light surface marks may be present on the case, acrylic crystal and case back. The synthetic-leather strap shows minor signs of handling and wear. The blue dial is well preserved and remains the highlight of the watch, with its imaginative speedometer layout and automotive-inspired details. The quartz movement is functioning at the time of listing. The water resistance has not been tested; therefore, contact with water is not recommended. Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an essential part of the condition description. Story & Heritage Produced in East Germany from 1957 until 1991, the Trabant became far more than an economical means of transportation. With its compact form, simple two-stroke engineering and distinctive body panels, it became an enduring symbol of everyday life behind the Iron Curtain. After German reunification, the Trabant evolved from a familiar utilitarian vehicle into a cultural icon. Today, surviving examples inspire affection among collectors and enthusiasts, representing ingenuity, resilience and a remarkably important chapter in European automotive history. This homage watch translates that story into a wearable design. The blue dial resembles a vintage Trabant speedometer, complete with kilometre markings, an odometer-style display, a fuel symbol and a steering-wheel motif. Its hands appear to sweep across a dashboard rather than a traditional watch dial, transforming every glance at the time into a small journey through automotive history. Please note that this is a homage watch inspired by the Trabant automobile and is not presented as an official factory-issued timepiece. Internal Reference Number - Itm. 901