Relic of Communist East Germany to be revived as eco - friendly city car . First electric car to be presented at International Motor Show in Frankfurt . It was once the only vehicle available in East before fall of Berlin Wall . It makes model cars and airplanes , of the type that sit in display cabinets , not garages . Trabi enthusiasts praised the car 's simplicity , ability to withstand running repairs .
Relic of Communist East Germany to be revived as eco - friendly city car . First electric car to be presented at International Motor Show in Frankfurt . It was once the only vehicle available in East before fall of Berlin Wall . Trabi enthusiasts praised the car 's simplicity , ability to withstand running repairs .