Borgward Isabella Coupé (1961)
Borgward Isabella Coupé (1961), restored, collector's vehicle, newly serviced
Overview
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A 1961 Borgward Isabella Coupé is for sale in red with light beige leather interior.
Highlights:
- Collector's vehicle
- Restored approx. 15 years ago
- Completely repainted in original color during restoration
- Interior renewed during restoration
- Additional white foil for visual enhancement, can be removed without leaving any residue
- Last service in 2025
- TÜV until 05/2026 and H license plate
General information about the vehicle
- Year of manufacture: 1961
- First registration: Germany, 05/1961
- Location: 12555 Berlin, Germany
- Number of vehicle owners: 4
- Restored
- No accidents under current ownership
- Registered
- H license plate
- TÜV until 05/2026
- Ready to drive
Model history
The Borgward Isabella was produced from 1954 to 1962 by Bremen-based manufacturer Carl F. W. Borgward and quickly became one of the most famous German post-war models. Originally planned as the "Hansa 1500," the name "Isabella" caught on during the test phase – so much so that it was eventually adopted officially. The coupé, which was available as a separate model from 1957 onwards, was considered a particularly stylish variant of the series with its elegant lines and is now a sought-after classic.
Facts
Exterior & interior:
- Exterior color: Red with white foil
- Interior: light beige leather upholstery, restored and with minor signs of wear
- Repainted: completely repainted in original color as part of the restoration
Engine and transmission:
- 1.5-liter inline four-cylinder with 75 hp (55 kW)
- Manual transmission
- Last service: 2025
Mileage:
- Mileage: 45,523 km (as read)
- Mileage verifiable: no
- No service history available
Documentation:
- Vehicle documents
- Service reports
Tires, brakes, bodywork & underbody:
- Tires: approx. 95%
- Brakes: approx. 95%
- Bodywork: good condition with minor age-related signs of wear
- Underbody: good condition, no known rust
- Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insight into the condition of the vehicle
Known defects:
- Fuel gauge not working (new fuel gauge included)
- Trunk lock defective and needs to be repaired
- Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insight into the condition of the vehicle
Summary:
A rare 1961 Borgward Isabella Coupé in classic red with light beige interior is for sale. The vehicle was extensively restored about 15 years ago, including a complete repaint in the original color and a refurbishment of the interior. The white foil currently applied serves to enhance the appearance and can be removed without leaving any residue. The car is registered, has an H license plate, and is TÜV-approved until May 2026. The last service was carried out in 2025. A wonderful opportunity for lovers of German automotive history.
Vehicle videos
Kickdown check
- Kickdown photographer was on site
- Video of the vehicle available
- Main inspection
- Current service performed
Transport
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Questions and Comments
Technik: Die Borgward Isabella ist ein Pkw der Mittelklasse, den die Carl F. W. Borgward G.m.b.H. in Bremen-Sebaldsbrück von 1954 bis 1961 baute. Das serienmäßig ausschließlich zweitürig oder als Kombi dreitürig angebotene Fahrzeug war das erfolgreichste Modell der Borgward-Gruppe. Ab dem 10. Juni 1954 wurde es zunächst unter dem Namen „Hansa 1500“ produziert. Der spätere Name „Isabella“ war nicht das Ergebnis von Marktuntersuchungen, sondern eine spontane Eingebung von Carl F. W. Borgward selbst. Gefragt, was man auf die noch streng geheimen Vorserienmodelle schreiben solle, wenn sie Probefahrten im öffentlichen Verkehr machen, soll Borgward geantwortet haben: „Das ist mir egal; schreibt meinetwegen Isabella drauf.“ Ab 1957 war der ursprüngliche Tarnname im Borgward-Rhombus des Kühlergrills zu lesen. Das US-Unternehmen BorgWarner beanstandete Anfang 1958, dass die Spitze des Rhombus – Borgwards Markenzeichen – den Firmennamen auf der Motorhaube in Borg und ward trennte und eine Verwechslung mit seinem Namen bewirken könnte. Es drohte deshalb mit einer Klage, woraufhin der Rhombus bei den Isabella-Modellen ab Mitte 1958 verkleinert und damit die optische Trennung des Firmennamens vermieden wurde. Die moderne Konzeption und die gefällige Erscheinung des Hansa 1500 (Isabella) wurden bei der Vorstellung 1954 enthusiastisch begrüßt. Der Wagen traf den Publikumsgeschmack und war vom ersten Tag an ein Verkaufserfolg. Nach einer Entwicklungszeit von nur zehn Monaten war das Modell anfangs mit zahlreichen kleinen Mängeln behaftet, die jedoch nach und nach abgestellt wurden. LG Tom