Every so often, a car comes along that looks like it was dreamed up after one too many late nights in the garage. The 1960s were full of bold experiments that transformed car culture. However, few ...

The pull of the past is stronger than ever, and the feeling that humanity is heading for the worst could have something to do with it. If you’re feeling it, too, here’s one way in which you could give ...

Your hunt for the perfect summer ride might be over. A 1964 Amphicar Model 770 convertible was just listed for sale on Bring a Trailer. It’s not just a timeless design that makes this open-top German ...

The Amphicar 770 is the only mass-produced amphibian vehicle for commercial use, and despite the limited number of vehicles made and the short-lived availability, it is still incredibly popular. The U ...

The Amphicar (Amphibious + Car) was the product of German designer Hans Trippel, who was also the author of the original Mercedes-Benz “Gullwing” door detail. The model 770 was manufactured by the ...

Following is a transcript of the video. Narrator: This is the Amphicar 770. When it launched in Germany in 1961, it was the first mass-produced car that could traverse land and sea. But after just ...

In the 1960s, nearly 4,000 people decided that buying a car that could double as a boat was a brilliant idea. Even today's SUVs can't do that. The Amphicar 770 was a perky little thing with a steel ...

As you may have guessed from the name, this week’s bizarre car is more than just a car… it’s also a boat! The appropriately-named Amphicar is a perfect example of the wackier side of otherwise ...

Smoke pours out of the open engine cover as flames lick the still-sparking starter motor. “That’s OK,” says owner Fred Pierce, “we’ve got lots of fire extinguishers.” It might seem strange for an ...