1962 Amphicar Model 770

Manufactured in 1962 in what was then West Berlin, this example seems to us to be in decent, but not perfect, condition.

The chassis and engine are matching numbers examples.

The odometer is showing 922 miles, which we can’t verify but it seems a reasonable figure for a vehicle such as this.

For obvious reasons, you’ll want to make sure that the unitary construction is restored to the highest levels of integrity if you’re planning on taking to the water in this charmingly multi-talented vehicle.

This vehicle is currently in storage at CARS Europe BV. If you require a quote for shipping anywhere in the world, please contact them direct (details below).

The winning bidder will receive a receipt for the final hammer value, as their legal proof of purchase.

Unless otherwise stated, we have not tried to start or drive the car and cannot vouch for its mechanical viability or functionality. It will require recommissioning prior to road use and is sold ‘as seen’.

It must be collected within 7-days of the auction end. Storage charges (€70 + local VAT per car per week) will commence from the sixth day following the auction end.  These must be paid in full prior to the vehicle’s collection or onward transportation.

Collection and viewings are strictly by appointment only.

Please send an email to the storage centre to ensure vehicle(s) are ready at time of collection. Photographic ID will be required at time of collection. If a third party is collecting for you, then written authorisation is required in advance from you and photographic ID of the third party is required at the time of collection. 

CARS Europe BV will contact you after the balance payment is received to confirm onward transport requirements. For enquiries about import tax and shipping contact Madam Joanna Herlihy, +31 (0) 252 682 526, +44 7483 433912, joanna@carsworldwide.com.

The bodywork is free of any serious dents or dinks and is in broadly decent condition.

The exceptions are the rear wings and wheel arches, where some bubbling can be seen.

Elsewhere, the vehicle looks fairly solid and the red paintwork has retained a good deal of shine and vibrancy.

The car’s wheels have some surface rust in evidence but are otherwise OK.

The black vinyl hood has a few small nicks and holes in it but is otherwise strong and the frame is solid as far as we can see.

The car’s windscreen is missing.

We particularly like the navigation light that sits at the top of a removable pole on the engine cover.

The interior is pretty well preserved and in fair condition in general.

The white and grey vinyl upholstery has survived the passage of time with some resilience, as have the door cards.

The red-painted dashboard looks good too.

There is some rust to be seen in the floor pan (the floor boards and mats are missing).

The car comes with a box of mechanical components including parts of the exhaust system and a propeller, plus various items of trim and other fixtures and fittings.

Clearly, we can’t vouch for the car’s mechanicals because we haven’t started or driven it.

In common with many of the cars from this collection, this example comes with very little paperwork or history. It does not have a title (registration) document.

It does, however, have a copy of a UK HM Revenue & Customs form from 2012 stating that all UK import duties have been paid, a copy of a bill of sale from Carriage House Motor Cars of Connecticut in 2011, and a copy of a State of New York Department of Motor Vehicles document confirming title status.

People all over the world love Amphicars and they invariably bring a smile to the face of anyone who sees one – particularly in an aquatic environment.

This one needs some work doing but we’re inclined to believe that it’s not a huge amount and that this splendid vehicle could once again be turning a wheel, or a propeller, sooner rather than later.

We’re confident to offer this fine car for auction with an estimate of €35,000 - €45,000.

The car is currently in storage, you can see a picture of the collection as it stands today at the very bottom of the photo gallery. 

Viewing is always encouraged, and this particular car is located at CARS Europe HQ in Nieuw Vennep in the Netherlands. Viewings are STRICTLY BY APPOINTMENT and they are open weekdays between 9am – 5pm. To book an appointment, please contact Ms Joanna Herlihy (email: joanna.herlihy@carsworldwide.com, or tel: +31(0)252 682 526).

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