Auburn Fall 2021
1985 Sinclair C5
The Cayman Island Motor Museum Collection
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$4,675 USD | Sold
| Auburn, Indiana
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Chassis No.
V100050103518
Documents
Bill of Sale Only
- Offered from the Cayman Island Motor Museum collection
- Single-seater, electrically assisted recumbent pedal tricycle manufactured by Hoover in the United Kingdom on behalf of Sinclair Vehicles
- Constructed of a polypropylene body on a steel chassis designed by Lotus; total vehicle weight of around 99 pounds
- Powered by pedals and a 250-watt electric motor driving the left rear wheel
- Equipped with a 12-volt, lead-acid battery allowing a range of around 20 miles
- Features include a gearbox and rear axle by Lotus, dual rearview mirrors, drum brakes, and rear cargo hold
- A rare and intriguing piece of transportation history with a persistent cult following that far outshines its initial market flop