Notes on some of the rarer British marques
This page lists brands for which we currently have only an historical precis.
For a more complete listing visit the British Index.
Falcon
Manufactured by Peter Bird of Falcon Design.
The 3-wheeled Falcon LX3 first appeared in 1986 available in kit form based on the Citroen 2CV, using both the engine and the basic chassis of the original vehicle, along with suspension components. In appearance it resembles the Lotus sports car. It has a plywood body with fibreglass fittings including bonnet and luggage compartment, and some have stainless steel or aluminium alloy fittings rather than GRP. Some 200 are thought to have been constructed.
Source: 3-wheelers.com
Farrar / Farlow Sidecars
Manufactured by Farrar's Motor Exchange, Hopwood Lane, Halifax. 1909-1915
Wicker sidecars and trailers, motorcycle frames.
Source: The Motor Cycle
Ford Tug
The Ford Model Y Tug 3-wheeled truck was built in Britain in 1935. Around 110 were constructed.
Rarer British Marques