c.1903 – FN pedal cars | Autoworld 2026 | Auction & Motion | 10th Oct 2026

“A remarkable pram, with an inimitable patina of age”

Fabrique Nationale, or FN, was founded in 1899 on the outskirts of Liège. The company initially produced weapons, before diversifying into bicycles and cars.

The first car prototype was unveiled in 1899, whilst mass production began as early as 1900.

The brand quickly gained a strong reputation for quality and luxury, and both the Belgian royal family and the Shah of Persia drove FN cars. The automotive division ceased operations in the late 1930s.

The pedal car featured on these pages stands out for its age (early 1900s), its build quality (steel running gear, rear leaf springs, bodywork profile and velvet seat, to name but a few), its incredible original condition, and its FN logo, painted in gold lettering on the front.

This children’s car, approximately 1.40 m long, 66 cm wide and 75 cm high, is sure to appeal to enthusiasts of antiques and vintage cars thanks to the features that make it unique.