NSU is a historic German marque that began life in the 19th century as a knitting machine maker before moving into bicycles, motorcycles and small cars, creating some of the most inventive compact vehicles of the 20th century. Notable models include the economical Prinz, the sporty NSU TT variants and the groundbreaking Ro80. The Prinz became synonymous with clever packaging and peppy small-displacement engines that made it ideal for city motoring, while the TT and later sportier derivatives showcased NSU?s light-weight engineering and competition pedigree. NSU motorcycles and mopeds such as the Quickly also earned a strong following for reliability and simplicity, helping the brand gain cultural recognition across Europe.

The NSU Ro80 remains the marque?s most famous car: its sleek aerodynamic body, front-wheel drive layout and pioneering Wankel rotary engine won the 1967 European Car of the Year award and influenced industry thinking about compact powertrains. Anecdotally, the Ro80?s rotary impressed journalists but led to teething reliability issues that precipitated major company changes and ultimately NSU?s absorption into what became Audi. Today NSU models are cherished by collectors for their engineering daring and period style, and owners restoring these classics often seek specialist parts and accessories. AutomotiveSuperstore caters to classic restorers and modern drivers alike, offering a range of components to preserve NSU?s unique legacy on the road.