Lemon Zest - one of the most ridiculous cars we've ever seen

Straight out the Noddy school of unbearably twee car design comes the Acrea Zest, a French-built roadster that's comfortably one of the most ridiculous cars we've ever seen.Actually, that's not quite accurate, because the Zest isn't a car. Instead, it's a quadricycle - à la G-Wiz - which means you can drive it with just a motorbike licence. And a robust ability to laugh at yourself.

The Zest is powered by a 505cc twin developing a mighty 21bhp. That's good for a top speed of 66mph, although we'd prefer not to speculate on how long it'll take to get there.
At least it's light, though. Plastic panels are stuck to an all-aluminium chassis, meaning that the Zest weighs in at just 380kg and, boasts Acrea, is completely symmetrical from front to back.

No, there's no roof, but don't worry about the Zest filling up with water if it rains. Cleverly, Acrea has drilled a few holes in the floor so water simply drains out.
The Zest costs from £8,000, and that's before you add on such luxurious extras as a locking glovebox.

Promise us - if you're really tempted to invest in a Zest, take a long hard look in the mirror first. If your reflection isn't sporting a natty blue hat with a bell on the top, best think again.

© Source: topgear
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