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Saturday, October 01, 2005

1964 Peel Trident


No, this is not a gumball machine.

The Peel Trident's successor, the P-50, was introduced in 1962 as the world’s smallest passenger car. The car was only 4 feet long and powered by a 49 cc moped motor. At an advertised 100 miles per gallon, it was "almost cheaper than walking". Personally, I think I would rather walk, and I'd probably get there faster. In 1964 the Peel Trident was introduced, based on the P-50 chassis but with a slightly larger 2-seater body. Entry was gained by lifting the plastic dome roof.

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

Well, one good thing.... This will never get up enough speed to hydroplane! I've seen bigger tires with better treads on a cheap lawnmower!