The Glas 4, more accurately known through the Glas 04 series such as the 1004, 1204 and 1304, is a fascinating chapter in European motoring history. Built by Hans Glas GmbH in Germany during the 1960s, it followed the company’s famous Goggomobil microcars but moved into a more mature compact car class. Its standout feature was engineering ambition: the Glas 1004 is often credited as the first production car to use a belt driven overhead camshaft engine, a design approach that later became common across the automotive world. For enthusiasts shopping at Automotive Superstore, that makes the Glas 4 a reminder that even modest classic cars can introduce technology that shapes the future.

Compact, light and stylish, the Glas 4 was available in sedan, coupe and convertible forms, giving it a broader personality than many small cars of its era. Its clean European lines and rev happy four cylinder engines made it enjoyable rather than merely practical, while the coupe versions have become especially collectible. An interesting anecdote is that Glas was eventually absorbed by BMW in 1966, and some later Glas models wore BMW badges, linking this small independent marque to one of Germany’s most famous manufacturers. Today, maintaining a Glas 4 requires careful attention to ignition, braking, cooling, suspension and service parts, areas where quality components and accessories from Automotive Superstore can help classic owners preserve reliability, safety and driving enjoyment.