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MM- Quirky Barn Find NSU Prinz

 NSU PRINZ front

Here’s a small German model that’s rarely seen for sale in the US, A late 50’s or early 60’s NSU Prinz.  This could be a fun one to own as NSU’s have a rich racing heritage. It’s available here on eBay with a reasonable BIN price.

 There are some unknowns, the seller does not know the manufactured year and he believes the four cylinder engine installed is from a ‘67.  But the seller states little car is drivable and runs well.

 Apparently it was stored in a barn for the past 20 years until a storm blew it down. Overall it looks fairly solid in the photographs, the floor pans may need a thorough inspection though.

 

NSU PRINZ side

Unfortunately the trim, emblems and the fender mounted mirrors are missing.   I dig the unique curved rear windows and large glasshouse.

 

NSU PRINZ seats

The sparse two tone vinyl interior is a bit dirty. I think it should clean up well with a bit of scrubbing.

NSU PRINZ engine

The engine compartment could use a good cleaning too.  It is indeed a four cylinder; the exhaust manifold is an easy giveaway. The hitch ball mounted on the bumper baffles me.

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I found this excellent “GIANT KILLER” ad online.  Note how it only list the cars that placed behind them.

This car could be a lot of fun for someone who can put in the necessary sweat equity to bring it back to driving condition.  It’s quirky and would be a blast to race alongside a Mini.  Rebuild the suspension, tune up the motor, clean it up and drive.  Oh, pop off those hubcaps too. 

 Link to eBay ad

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