Bricklin SV-1 1975
General description :
Only 361 Original Miles From New!
Factory Safety Green Paint W/ Tan Interior
Ford 351 V8 With Automatic Transmission
One Meticulous Owner Since New
Original MSO And All Factory Documentation
A True Time Capsule Just How It Left The Factory!
LMC is very proud to offer for sale this 1975 Bricklin SV1
To arrange financing and facilities, Bricklin looked north to New Brunswick. He convinced government officials that manufacturing cars could alleviate New Brunswick’s unemployment, which was particularly high in the winter. The provincial government bankrolled the operation, and plants were set up in St. John (for assembly) and Minto (for body panel construction).
Built in New Brunswick beginning in 1974, the project was a massive financial failure but there’s something undeniably cool about the Bricklin’s exotic-looking and often brightly colored fiberglass/acrylic bodywork and its forward-thinking safety features. Known primarily for its unmistakable gullwing doors, Bricklin’s design philosophy emphasized safety (SV-1 stands for “Safety Vehicle One”). A steel-tube perimeter frame surrounded the passenger compartment along with an integrated roll cage. Large impact bumpers protected the nose and tail. Bodywork was fiberglass with a thin layer of acrylic on the outside, and the doors opened via power hydraulic system.
Production costs caused prices to soar to nearly $10,000 by the end of production and they were also built more slowly than expected, with a planned 1,000 cars per month dwindling to less than than 3,000 cars in under three years. By 1976, the company had gone into receivership after receiving more than $20 million from New Brunswick government.
The original owner of this SV1 had always loved the design of the Bricklin and wanted something different than the normal sports cars of the day. He had owned Corvette’s and Ferrari’s and thought the Bricklin would be like nothing else on the road. Upon hearing of Bricklin’s financial troubles, the original owner made the trip to the factory in Livonia, Michigan and made a deal to purchase three brand-new Bricklins. All three 1975 Bricklin SV1’s were purchased new on November 28th, 1975 though the Bricklin Midwest Inc. dealer in Whippany, New Jersey.
After receiving all three vehicles, he made the decision to use one of the cars as daily summer transportation and store two of them in his garage both with delivery mileage. They sat in his garage for the last 44 years under his meticulous care being routinely started and driven around the block to keep the mechanical components working.
This Bricklin SV1 presented here in the striking original Safety Green paint has only 361 original miles on the odometer! It truly has been kept just as it left the factory with the original seat covers still in place. The original wheels are still wrapped in the original BF Goodrich Radial T/A tires that it left the factory with. Under the hood and undercarriage still shows all the assembly line markings which is truly remarkable.
Every piece of original documentation was kept by the original owner including original MSO, original bill of sale, dealer brochure, original dealer invoice, owner’s manuals, customs paperwork, original title, period photographs and much more. The amount documentation included in the sale is incredible and documents the story of these time capsule Bricklins.
Bricklins will always be eye-catching, attention-grabbing cars, and they are certainly rare. It is absolutely amazing the extent that was taken by the owner to preserve these vehicles. With only 361 miles on the odometer, this is a true time capsule!
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1975 Bricklin SV-1 is listed sold on ClassicDigest in Halton Hills by Legendary Motorcar for Not priced.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : Bricklin Model : SV-1 Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1975 Location : Halton Hills
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About Bricklin
The Bricklin SV-1, developed by Malcolm Bricklin, was an American sports car manufactured between 1974 and 1975. Here's the story and the reasons behind its failure:The Bricklin SV-1:
Concept and Development: Malcolm Bricklin, an entrepreneur and automotive enthusiast, aimed to create a safe, high-performance sports car. The SV-1 (Safety Vehicle One) emphasized safety features, such as its integrated roll cage, energy-absorbing bumpers, and side beams.
Innovative Design: The car featured unique gull-wing doors, fiberglass body panels, and a distinctive wedge-shaped design.
Factors Contributing to Failure:
Financial Challenges: The project faced significant financial issues due to high development and production costs, resulting in a rushed production schedule and quality control problems.
Production Issues: Manufacturing difficulties and quality control problems plagued the SV-1. Delays, mechanical issues, and inconsistent build quality affected the car's reputation.
Limited Performance: Despite its unique design, the SV-1 faced criticism for underwhelming performance, with a heavy body and a relatively modest engine, resulting in lackluster acceleration and speed compared to competitors.
Market Timing: The Bricklin SV-1 entered the market during the 1970s oil crisis when demand for gas-guzzling sports cars declined. Its timing coincided with a changing automotive landscape, shifting preferences toward fuel efficiency and economy cars.
Production Volume: The company struggled to reach its production goals and faced challenges with dealer networks, limiting the availability and distribution of the SV-1.
Business Fallout and End of Production:
Bankruptcy: Due to financial troubles, quality issues, and low sales, the company declared bankruptcy in 1975 after producing only around 2,900 SV-1s.
Legacy:
Cult Following: Despite its short production run and commercial failure, the Bricklin SV-1 garnered a cult following among car enthusiasts due to its unique design, safety features, and rarity.
Learning Lessons: The Bricklin SV-1's failure highlighted the challenges of starting an automotive company, especially in a highly competitive and evolving market, emphasizing the importance of effective management, quality control, and market timing.
Malcolm Bricklin's vision for a safe and innovative sports car led to the creation of the Bricklin SV-1, but various challenges, including financial constraints, production issues, and market timing, contributed to its downfall. Despite its failure, the SV-1 remains an intriguing footnote in automotive history, admired for its unique design and safety-focused features.