Amphicar, Model 770, built in Berlin, German had a total production of Amphicar was 3,878 between 1961 and 1968, 3046 were exported to US but when importation stopped in 1967 due to US Government’s EPA and DOT regulations Amphicar lost 90% of its sales and vehicle production stopped.
Two door, two passenger convertible. Small vehicle with wheelbase of 82” and overall length of approximately 170”.
Powered by a British built Triumph Herald 43 hp, 1147 cc, 4 cylinder rear mounted engine produced approximately 6 knot water cruising power and road speeds of 70 miles per hour. A specialized two-part Hermes transmission provided four forward and one reverse gears for land use and a forward and reverse gear for water use and allows the wheels and propellers to be operated simultaneously or independently. can be. Lucas 12 volt positive ground electric system with lighting, horn and switches made by Hella and Bosch. Exhaust port high on the right side of the left side tail light.
The front wheels were the rudders for steering and twin nylon propellers moved the car through the water.
Colours offered:
Beach white
Regatta Red
Lagoon Blue
Fjord Green (Aqua)
Original price range:
between $US2,800.00 and $3,300.00
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