Messerschmitt on the streets of Havana
I originally thought these photos were from a recent “48 hours” photo project that documented the world over 48 hours recently but apparently these are just an example of what Reuters photographers provide on a daily basis.
This Messerschmitt KR200 is on the streets of Havana Cuba. Click the photo for a larger one to see the hard life this thing has had and how it still keeps going.
I wonder what is powering it now? I’m sure the original SACHS 200 engine is long gone.
Tags: cuba, messerschmitt, red
May 24th, 2010 at 8:10 pm
That sure is a rough looking KR. I wonder if it is from the USA because it has a towel rack rear bumper. It looks as if some other power plant is installed by the size of the rear tire. Scooter maybe? The suit case handle is a nice touch!
Jim
June 2nd, 2010 at 1:00 pm
Si este carro es mio y vivo en la habana y es un autentico Messerschmitt KR-200, 1957.Saludos cordiales desde la Habana….Jose
July 2nd, 2010 at 11:41 pm
Jose – … Y el motor esta Sachs o otro? Saludos desde Arizona USA!