Description
German title
Chassis n° 7-013475 (S-4760)
Engine n° 7-043311
- Original amphibious vehicle
- Ready to sail
- Rare collector's item
- No reserve
Developed by Ferdinand Porsche, invited to contribute to the German army's war effort, the Schwimmwagen was a highly versatile vehicle with the main quality of being amphibious. The drive axles design enabled the driver to choose between 2 and 4-wheels drive, depending on the surface. These fun and sought-after machines were often subject to huge strain and not a lot of them survived, becoming real collector's items. As stated on its Volkswagen certificate, this particular example came out of the factory on 27 May 1944. It was registered in 1951 in Vienna with the serial number S-4760 after having survived the Second World War, as certified in its original registration documents. It was then sold in 1958, and its current owner purchased it in 1990. This amphibious vehicle was restored in the 1990s, the bodywork is in original condition and a majority of the original paint is underneath the current paint. In order to preserve the original rims, tyres with original dimensions have been specially rebuilt. This vehicle is in perfect working condition and, as stated by its proprietor, can be driven or sailed seamlessly. Filled with its many accessories, this ingenious machine is well preserved and is undoubtedly a rare opportunity.
Photos © Moritz Hoffmann
Estimation 90 000 - 120 000 €
