Sebring-Vanguard Yellow SV-48 EV Citicar Electric Car, Circa 1975
Item Details
Notes from Third Man Records Archivist Ben Blackwell:
Genuine 100% Third Man Record history here! Originally purchased by Jack White in the “early days” under the impression that employees would use it to make deliveries to local Nashville record stores in this thing…it was immediately clear that such an implementation was unfeasible. The Citi Car was most prominently featured in the festivities for the April 2014 celebration behind Jack White’s recording of “The World’s Fastest Record.” With all three members of Whirlwind Heat crammed inside, the Citi Car was part of an impressive four vehicle motorcade that led the vinyl masters from Third Man to United Record Pressing. A long-time fan favorite feature on the public tours of the Third Man Records warehouse in Nashville, it’s time for this novelty to find a new home. It doesn’t take much to get it running, but it does require attention and love. We all do. Street legal! The highest selling electric vehicle for over forty years! Bright yellow! Essential! Low mileage, we think! The Citi Car has literally left its mark as tire treads stained an impression on our high gloss yellow warehouse floor. Now it’s time to let it stain your driveway.
| Make | Sebring-Vanguard |
| Model | Citicar SV-48 |
| Year | 1975 |
| Type | Electric Commuter Car |
| Materials | Fiberglass, Metal, Rubber, Vinyl |
| Vehicle Mileage | 2803.6 |
| Period | 1970s, Late 20th Century |
| Date | 1975 |
| Doors | 2-door |
| Upholstery | Vinyl |
| Fuel Type | Electric |
| Engine Type | Electric |
| Engine Size | 3.5 Hp |
| Drive Type | Direct Drive |
| Additional Features | Wipers, Defrost, Removable Windows, Spare Wheel |
| Additional Information | Car #2372, Serial # 085SR2372. Comes with a signed COA from Third Man archivist Ben Blackwell, which will be mailed directly to the winning bidder after the auction. |
- Please note, this is an item that may be especially difficult to move and/or transport. The winner is responsible for bringing appropriate assistance, vehicle, proper materials, and any necessary tools to pickup. International shipping may be restricted.
- This item is offered for sale only with a Bill of Sale; a Title will not be included with the sale. It is the responsibility of participating bidders to investigate the requirements necessary to obtain a Title for their state, if the state in which the bidder resides requires a Title for the year and vehicle model. Neither EBTH nor the seller of the vehicle will be able to provide additional assistance beyond the information contained within the item listing and on the provided bill of sale.
Condition
- cracks to panels with some finish loss and craquelure; losses to panels in front of headlights; discoloration to yellow body panels with uneven fading; finish loss to interior upholstery; vehicle is untested and may need new batteries; will need to be trailered home by the winning bidder.
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Item #
ITMGJ71183
