Vandenbrink Introduces Ultra-Wild Three-Wheeled Carver Sports Car

At 29,900 Euros (equivalent to $48,000 CAD, $38,000 USD), the Vandenbrink Carver is far from cheap, but one must account for the

The Carver complies with all mandated emissions and safety regulations, just like other small-volume production vehicles. (Photo: Vandenbrink)

ingenious design, the complex components of the DVC system and the fact that it's completely hand built. Standard equipment on all Carvers is generous and includes power front windows, a removable roof, light alloy wheels, metallic paint, a choice of leather or Alcantara-trimmed seats, CD audio system, adjustable front suspension and a pressure boost gauge.

So is it a car or a bike? According to European Union regulations, the vehicle is classified and registered as a car, and can be driven with a regular automobile driver's license. Like all other automobiles on sale, the Carver complies with all mandated emissions and safety regulations, just like other small-volume production vehicles.

Will we ever see the Carver in Canada? It's highly doubtful, simply because it's just too odd for our tastes. That's a great shame because this quirky machine is the best compromise between car and bike without the excess mass and consumption, or having to don a helmet and riding leathers.