Tiny Yellow 1978 Willam Fourgonnette Microcar Heads to Nashville Auction BlockBackfire NewsEve NowellThu, September 17, 2026 at 7:33 PM UTCAdd us on GoogleTiny Yellow 1978 Willam Fourgonnette Microcar Heads to Nashville Auction BlockSome of the most talked-about vehicles at a collector car auction are the biggest and loudest. One of the more unusual entries heading to Nashville this month is neither.A 1978 Willam Fourgonnette, a pint-sized microcar finished in bright yellow, is set to cross the auction block Thursday, Sept. 24, as part of the Nashville 2026 sale. The vehicle is listed as Lot T29 and carries serial number 12638.The Fourgonnette has an international story behind it. The car was built in Italy by LAWIL, a manufacturer of microcars, but it was marketed and sold in France under the Willam name. That cross-border arrangement gives the little vehicle a distinct identity among collectors who follow European oddities.AdvertisementAdvertisementWhat sits under the body may be its most surprising feature. Instead of a conventional automobile engine, the Fourgonnette is powered by a Lambretta scooter engine. The air-cooled, single-cylinder unit displaces 125cc and produces 5.6 horsepower, figures that are modest by any standard but fitting for a vehicle built around simplicity and economy.Related ArticlesDana White Wins Ram Rumble Bee SRT VIN 001 And Viper-Powered SRT-10 For $1.5MHave This With Your Coffee: Your Backfire News Round-Up for September 14Power is sent through a four-speed manual transmission, giving the driver a hands-on experience that matches the car's no-frills character.The styling follows the same straightforward approach. The yellow exterior is paired with painted steel wheels, while the cabin features a black bench seat. There is little in the way of excess, and that plain, functional design is a large part of the appeal for enthusiasts drawn to small vehicles from the era.AdvertisementAdvertisementMicrocars have developed a loyal following among collectors who appreciate their quirky proportions and engineering shortcuts. Vehicles that blend parts from the motorcycle and scooter world with car-like bodies tend to draw attention wherever they appear, and a cheerful yellow example is unlikely to go unnoticed on the auction floor.Bidders interested in the Willam will have their chance when Lot T29 comes up during Thursday's session in Nashville.Images Via: MecumSee the Car Here
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