MenzieThree wheeler, 3hp 2-stroke

Menzie Three wheeler, with a child behind the wheel, registration JS 2920, the letter “M” badge is visible on the radiatorJS 2920 was the first of the Menzies cars and was powered by 3hp Villiers 2-stroke engine which drove the single rear wheel by chain via the Sturmey Archer 3 speed gearbox. The extended kick start is visible protruding from below the plywood body which had been built by the village joiner and cabinetmaker Kenneth MacKenzie. Nevertheless this home made car was belied by its professional appearance which was equivalent to that of many factory products.