For Sale: 1974 Bricklin SV 1 in Grand Rapids, Michigan

1974 Bricklin SV-12-Door Coupe- Same Owner for 40 Years!- One of 774 SV-1's made in 1974- Only 2,906 made from 1974 to 1976- Estimated 1,500 to 1,700 still survive today- White over Tan Interior- Gull Wing Doors (converted to air operation)- 360ci/220hp 4bbl V8- 4 Speed Manual Gearbox- New Carburetor, Exhaust, and Manifold Gaskets- New Rear Brakes, Spark Plugs, Wires and Fresh Oil Change- 7,245 Miles ShownThe 1974 Bricklin SV-1 is a distinctive and highly collectible piece of American automotive history, and this example has been cared for by the same owner for an impressive 40 years. Produced as part of Bricklin's short-lived run from 1974 through 1976, only 2,906 SV-1s were built in total, including just 774 examples for the 1974 model year. With an estimated 1,500 to 1,700 cars believed to survive today, the SV-1 has become an increasingly uncommon sight among American classics.Finished in white over a tan interior, this SV-1 captures the futuristic styling that made the model so recognizable when new. Designed with safety and innovation in mind, the SV-1 featured integrated bumpers and distinctive gull-wing doors. This example retains its iconic doors, which have been converted to air operation for convenient use while preserving one of the car's most memorable design features.Power comes from a 360ci V8 equipped with a four-barrel carburetor, producing 220 horsepower. The engine is paired with a 4-speed manual gearbox, giving this Bricklin a more engaging driving experience than many contemporary American performance cars. The combination of V8 power, manual transmission, and lightweight fiberglass bodywork makes the SV-1 an especially interesting example of Bricklin's ambitious approach to performance and safety.Recent maintenance and service work help make this SV-1 ready for continued enjoyment. The carburetor has been replaced, along with the exhaust and manifold gaskets. Additional work includes new rear brakes, spark plugs, and spark plug wires, as well as a fresh oil change. These updates complement the vehicle's long-term ownership history and demonstrate continued attention to its mechanical condition.Showing just 7,245 miles, this 1974 Bricklin SV-1 offers an unusual opportunity to own one of the most distinctive American cars of the 1970s. Its 40-year ownership history, limited production numbers, gull-wing doors, V8 power, 4-speed manual transmission, and low indicated mileage give it plenty of appeal for collectors seeking something outside the ordinary. With its unmistakable styling and fascinating place in automotive history, this SV-1 is a conversation-starting classic that stands apart from more familiar American performance cars.