Economic (Cyclecar)

Economic Motors was a British manufacturer of Cycle Cars and motorcycles, which was established in the Wells Street, London W1.

Cyclecar

From 1919 to 1922 three-wheeled vehicle was built there, which certainly was the cheapest British car of its time with a retail price of just £ 60.

The car had a single front wheel and no suspension, so that alone the flexibility of tires and ash wood frame dampened any potholes. The two-seater setup was very simple and had no windshield or weather protection.

An air-cooled two-stroke boxer engine with 165 cc displacement mode via a two-speed friction gear with reverse gear and a chain on the right rear. The car is expected to reach a top speed of 48 km / h. The weight was only 68 kg.

Motorcycle

A motorcycle with the same engine and also with friction gear was for £ 28 Sh. 10 offered.