Tourette | |
Manufacturer: | Progress Supreme Co Ltd. |
Production: | 1956 - 1958 (26 produced) |
Class: | Microcar |
Body Style: | Roadster |
Engine: | 197 cc |
The Tourette was a microcar by Carr Brothers (later Progress Supreme Co Ltd) of Purley, London, England between 1956 and 1958.
It had a three-wheeled, rounded body that was available either in alloy on an ash frame, or in fibreglass. The car was powered by a two-stroke 197 cc Villiers engine driving through a four-speed gearbox with optional Dynastart reverse. Top speed was claimed to be 550NaN0. The single rear wheel was mounted in a pivotal fork. Front-wheel movement was controlled by hydraulically damped spring units. Final drive was by chain. A single bench seat provided accommodation for two adults and a child with some luggage space behind the seat.
Approximate weight, fully equipped, was 500lb. Fuel tank capacity was 2.25impgal.
In 1958, the purchase price (including purchase tax), was £386 10s 5d (£386.52). Only 26 are believed to have been produced.