1972 Honda

Prototype Other

3 - Cyl.

Automatic

AN6001045800

Gasoline

NO RESERVE ** This auction listing is for a one-off concept vehicle that is being sold privately with a Bill-of-Sale only. ** NO RESERVE This listing is for a 1972 Honda 600 sedan experimental eco-car. It was modified in the 1980's into a wind-cheating, fuel-efficient vehicle in an effort to maximize MPG. The original car chassis was lengthened in the front to allow for the addition of a second engine. The 2-cylinder engine mounted in front is believed to be the original Honda 600 variant with Serial Number N600E-1507852. The second engine mounted closer to the firewall appears to be a single-cylinder diesel of unknown origin. The two engines are apparently linked together utilizing a belt-drive pulley similar to what is found in a snowmobile. Two separate fuel tanks are mounted high on the firewall. The custom front nosepiece is constructed of aluminum and fiberglass and is mounted using machine screws around the firewall area. It is in need of minor repair as shown. The rear section of the car had been lengthened as well and the battery was re-located into the rear "trunk" space. All new body panels were fabricated for the front and rear to create a slip-stream silhouette form with a boat-tail rear. The front and rear windscreens are also custom constructed with the rear having a complex compound curve. The underside chassis has a full length aluminum body pan that covers from front to rear as seen in the pictures linked below. All four wheels can be covered with detachable skirts using machine screws. While this car appears be be nearly complete, the key for the steering column is with the car, but the actual ignition key is missing. We have not tried to hot wire or start the engines in any way. This is a non-running experimental vehicle being sold AS-IS / WHERE-IS. The exact origins of this vehicle are unknown. It has been presumed to have been constructed by a engineering team near Detroit. An original registration from the car places it in Michigan in 1982. This car has been discussed on online chat forums over the years, (such as ecomodder.com) but no one has stepped up to claim the design or actual creation. It was also mentioned with a photo-caption in the October 1992 Automobile Magazine as it had been offered for sale in a collector car auction venue. Proof of the "Documented 173 MPH" has yet to be found. If this car achieved this astounding feat in the 80's, it was likely done on a closed track under special circumstances. Nearly 20 years ago, around 1995, it was donated to a museum and subsequently not displayed. It has been hidden from the public in storage for most of that time. This car has not been registered for street use for at least two decades and will be sold on a Bill of Sale, and without a title. The value of this vehicle as a true experimental concept / early hybrid car is very difficult to ascertain. We are allowing the American Free Market System to determine the value and listing this amazing automobile without a reserve. That is right, NO RESERVE. Please feel free to ask SERIOUS questions. Any additional information will be added to the listing as found. Many more pictures can also be found at: http://s91.photobucket.com/albums/k294/gowildthings/1972%20Honda%20Prototype%20Concept%20Hybrid/ Terms of Sale Private Auction The buyer will submit a $100 deposit via Paypal or Overnight Certified Check within 48 hours of the close of the auction to secure the vehicle. Buyer agrees to pay the remaining balance due within 10 business days of the close of the auction. All financial transactions must be completed before removal of the vehicle. If deposit or balance is not received within time frame indicated, buyer will forfeit right to purchase, vehicle will be re-listed, and negative feedback will be left. Vehicle must be picked up no later than 30 days following end of auction (above payment terms must be met). A $10/day fee may be assessed if not picked up within the 30 days. We are always willing to work with the buyer. Buyer is responsible for all shipping costs that may apply. We will assist in shipping car wherever possible, but will not deliver. If you cannot meet terms of auction, DO NOT BID! Ask any and all questions before bidding. We will answer as quickly as possible. There is no warranty with the car. Thank you, and good luck bidding!