1967 Amphicar Model 770 Convertible

Designed by Hans Trippel and manufactured by the Quandt Group in Berlin, Germany from 1961 to 1968, the Amphicar is the only civilian amphibious passenger automobile ever to be mass-produced. In total 3,878 were produced, with 3,046 imported into the United States. All Amphicars are convertibles, offered in four unique colors: Beach Sand White, Regatta Red, Lagoon Blue, and Fjord Green.

The engine is a 1,147cc OHV inline four-cylinder built by Triumph Herald producing 43 horsepower. ' The 'land transmission' is a 4-speed manual, while the 'water transmission' is a special 2-speed transmission built by Hermes that allows the wheels and propellers to be operated independently or simultaneously. The Grand Rapids Classics Auto Museum welcomed this example into their collection in the fall of 2023.

Before that, it had amazingly been in the care of one owner for 36 years. Finished in the eye-catching color of Regatta Red, complemented by yellow 13-inch steel wheels with chrome hubcaps and a red convertible soft top. Whether cruising down the highway or embarking on a waterborne adventure, this unique vehicle promises an unforgettable experience.