The Trabant Is the Best Commie Car Made of Cotton We've Ever Driven
Most important: It could be fixed by any semi-capable amateur with a stone, garter and some swearing.<p>Because it was so lightweight, my father could once bring a replacement door in public transport without breaking a sweat. And because it was so simple, he could put it in in half an hour without any prior training as a car mechanic.<p>If not for the antiquated 2-stroke engine and lack of exhaust filters, it could still be an example for very good, cost efficient and environment friendly engineering.