𝐖𝐞𝐢𝐫𝐝 𝐂𝐚𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐚𝐲: 1973 Bond Bug
Would you drive it?
A distinctive icon of British automotive design, the 1973 Bond Bug captured attention with its wedge-shaped body and striking orange exterior. This three-wheeled cyclecar represented the final model produced by Bond Cars before the company ceased operations. Originally equipped with a modest 700cc engine, the Bug featured a lightweight fiberglass body manufactured by Reliant and assembled at Bond’s facilities.
Some examples, like the one pictured here featuring a Yamaha R1 1000cc engine, have achieved astonishing performance numbers like accelerating from 0-60 mph in just 3.5 seconds and with top speeds exceeding 120 mph. The vehicle’s quirky design included a distinctive canopy-style door that lifted forward instead of swinging outward. Despite its compact size, the Bug offered reasonable comfort for two passengers. Its triangular profile and low center of gravity made it remarkably stable for a three-wheeler.
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