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The Amphicar made its debut in 1961 at the New York Auto Show. It had been developed over a period of 15 years at a cost of $25 million. It was the first fully amphibious vehicle to be sold to the public.
To enter the water, the watertight seals on the doors were locked into place, the bilge plug was installed, and the front luggage lid was locked. A lever directed the engine's power to dual rear propellers. The front wheels were used to steer the watercraft and served as primitive rudders. Spinning the propellers in reverse served as a brake.
This particular example was owned as early as 1972 by Sidney Armistead of Alaska, who retained ownership of it until 2004. It passed to another Alaskan owner, then, shortly thereafter, to Eugene Francavilla of Jupiter, Florida. In Mr. Francavilla's ownership, the Amphicar was given a restoration and finished in the factory color of Lagoon Blue. After the work was completed, it was judged Most Unique at the Boca Raton Concours d'Elegance in 2009 and won Best Amphicar at the Classic Boat Show in Mount Dora, Florida.
Recently, this Amphicar has been given a new top and interior, along with new fuel lines, and the engine compartment has been detailed.By Daniel Vaughan | Nov 2017
To enter the water, the watertight seals on the doors were locked into place, the bilge plug was installed, and the front luggage lid was locked. A lever directed the engine's power to dual rear propellers. The front wheels were used to steer the watercraft and served as primitive rudders. Spinning the propellers in reverse served as a brake.
This particular example was owned as early as 1972 by Sidney Armistead of Alaska, who retained ownership of it until 2004. It passed to another Alaskan owner, then, shortly thereafter, to Eugene Francavilla of Jupiter, Florida. In Mr. Francavilla's ownership, the Amphicar was given a restoration and finished in the factory color of Lagoon Blue. After the work was completed, it was judged Most Unique at the Boca Raton Concours d'Elegance in 2009 and won Best Amphicar at the Classic Boat Show in Mount Dora, Florida.
Recently, this Amphicar has been given a new top and interior, along with new fuel lines, and the engine compartment has been detailed.By Daniel Vaughan | Nov 2017
2017 RM Sothebys : Monterey
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $60,000-USD $75,000
Sale Price :
USD $82,500
2017 RM Sotheby's : Arizona Auction
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $65,000-USD $85,000
Sale Price :
USD $73,700
2011 Barrett-Jackson - Palm Beach, Fl
Sale Price :
USD $66,000
1966 Amphicar 770 Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Amphicar 770
(Data based on Model Year 1966 sales)
1966 Amphicar 770 Sold for USD$71,500 2021 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
1966 Amphicar 770 Chassis#: 101369 Sold for USD$128,800 2020 RM Sothebys : The Elkhart Collection | |
1966 Amphicar 770 Sold for USD$38,500 2019 RM Auctions : Auburn Fall | |
1966 Amphicar Convertible Sold for USD$41,800 2018 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
1966 Amphicar 770 Chassis#: 106 523 027 Sold for USD$82,500 2017 RM Sothebys : Monterey | |
1966 Amphicar Convertible Sold for USD$64,000 2017 Mecum : Harrisburg | |
1966 Amphicar Model 770 Convertible Sold for USD$55,000 2017 Mecum : Indianapolis | |
1966 Amphicar 770 Chassis#: 106 523 027 Sold for USD$73,700 2017 RM Sotheby's : Arizona Auction | |
1966 AMPHICAR 770 CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: 106522277 Sold for USD$57,200 2017 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale | |
1966 Amphicar 770 Convertible Boat Chassis#: 106523058 Sold for USD$77,000 2016 The Finest : The Elegance at Hershey | |
1966 Amphicar 770 Convertible Sold for USD$46,200 2014 Auctions America - Ft Lauderdale | |
1966 AMPHICAR 770 CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: 106523027 Sold for USD$66,000 2011 Barrett-Jackson - Palm Beach, Fl | |
1966 Amphicar 770 Chassis#: 106521352 Sold for USD$44,000 2008 Sports & Classics of Monterey by RM Auctions | |
1966 Amphicar Convertible Chassis#: 106522755 Sold for USD$77,000 2007 RM Auctions - The McMullen Collection | |
1966 AMPHICAR 770 CONVERTIBLE Sold for USD$67,100 2007 Barrett-Jackson - Palm Beach 2007 |
Amphicar 770s That Failed To Sell At Auction
1966 Amphicar 770's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1966 Amphicar 770 | 104120 | 2019 Auburn Spring : RM Auctions | $50,000 | $60,000 | |
1966 Amphicar 770 | 2018 GAA : November 2018 | $59,000 | |||
1966 AMPHICAR 770 CONVERTIBLE | 2016 Coys Techno Classica | $40,000 | $50,000 | ||
1966 Amphicar 770 Convertible | 2014 Auctions America Ft Lauderdale | $60,000 | |||
1966 AMPHICAR MODEL 770 CONVERTIBLE | 106521911 | 2010 Worldwide Auctions The Auburn Auction |
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