VW Schwimmwagen 166, the World's First Amphibious Car

VW Schwimmwagen 166 is an amphibious vehicle four-wheel-drive with a rear propeller. Created by VW and Porsche with the sole purpose of being able to traverse a variety of terrain.

 The German army combat vehicle born in 1946 which is still simmering war between countries. With weapons equipped at that time VW amphibians are able to defeat his opponents.

VW Schwimmwagen Type 166, like its predecessor types 86 and 87, powered by four-cylinder engine 1.100cc air-cooled. The amphibious machine has only 25 hp power with four-speed manual transmission.


Some time ago in eBay, VW Schwimmwagen 166 1943 was sold for U.S. $ 108,877