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Amphicar 770
The Amphicar 770 is an amphibious convertible made by Amphicar in Germany from 1960 to 1965. Its weirdest quirk: In the water you steer it with the front wheels, which double as the rudders.
A German convertible that drives down the boat ramp and keeps going, pushed by two propellers under the back bumper. It's a mediocre car and a mediocre boat, which somehow adds up to an awesome toy.
Weird features:Steering & ignition
Quick facts
- Maker: Amphicar
- Years: 1960–1965
- Country of origin: Germany
- Body type: Amphibious convertible
- Engine: 1,147cc Triumph straight-four, rear-mounted
- Weirdest quirk: In the water you steer it with the front wheels, which double as the rudders.
- Sold prices logged: 3 (latest: $100,000 at Bring a Trailer, Nov 4, 2026)
Sold prices
| Date | Venue | Car | Price | Mileage | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bring a Trailer | 1962 Amphicar Model 770 | $100,000 | 9k mi shown, TMU | Result for 1962 Amphicar Model 770 at Bring a Trailer ↗ | |
| Bring a Trailer | 1967 Amphicar Model 770 | $75,000 | 10k mi | Result for 1967 Amphicar Model 770 at Bring a Trailer ↗ | |
| Bring a Trailer | 1967 Amphicar Model 770 | $23,000 | 7k mi shown | Result for 1967 Amphicar Model 770 at Bring a Trailer ↗ |
Prices as published by each auction site, in the currency the car sold in. "TMU" means total mileage unknown.
Fact-check pit lane
Specs, dates and production figures on this page were checked against:
- Wikipedia: Amphicar
- Sold prices: each auction result linked in the table above