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AMPHICAR MODEL 770
The Amphicar of 1960 to 1965 rose to fame as the only mass-produced amphibious vehicle available to the public. It’s equally as capable on the road as it is sailing down river, driven by a 45bhp four-cylinder Triumph Herald engine that also drives two reversible propellers at the rear. The Amphicar is capable of up to seven knots on water or 70mph on Tarmac. Just 4000 were produced, and prices are rising, thanks to its rarity. This one is Official Boat Safety Scheme-certified, has an MOT for use on UK roads and has been restored to be E10-fuel-compliant. Most remaining models are in the possession of Disney’s resorts, but this one spent some of its life in the Beverly Hills Car Club. It sold for £57,000, having received an £83,000 restoration that included a complete mechanical overhaul.