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Refreshed 1975 Bricklin SV-1 with gullwing doors, 351 Windsor V-8 and recent service hits Metro Detroit showroom.
A 1975 Bricklin SV-1, the short-run Canadian sports car best known for its gullwing doors and safety-first mission, has been listed for sale at GR Auto Gallery’s Metro Detroit showroom with recent mechanical refreshes and a refurbished cabin, the dealer said.
Finished in white over a renewed black interior, the SV-1 is powered by a Ford-sourced 351-cubic-inch Windsor V-8 paired with a three-speed FMX automatic transmission. The seller says the car retains its original body and carries working air-conditioning and heat — notable conveniences for a 1970s specialty model. Recent service includes new tires and brakes, a new battery and radiator, and a new exhaust system.
Inside, the two-seat cabin has been updated with new seat upholstery and carpeting, plus a burlwood-finish dashboard and matching steering wheel. Signature touches remain, including the power-assisted gullwing doors, crank windows and a full-length center console. The vehicle is being offered from the dealership’s location in Commerce Township, northwest of Detroit, with shipping assistance available in the United States.
The Bricklin SV-1 — short for “Safety Vehicle One” — was built from 1974 to 1976 under entrepreneur Malcolm Bricklin’s plan to deliver a high-performance sports car with advanced safety features. Produced in Canada and sold primarily in North America, the model wore shock-absorbing bumpers and distinctive bodywork wrapped around reliable American mechanicals. Though production was brief, the car developed a cult following for its outsized ambition and unmistakable silhouette. According to the seller, about 2,900 units were built for the 1975 model year.
The example offered in Michigan emphasizes drivability, combining period-correct presentation with contemporary service items that address common wear points. The functioning climate control, renewed braking system and recent cooling and exhaust components may appeal to buyers seeking a turnkey car rather than a long restoration project.
GR Auto Gallery says third-party inspections are welcome and notes that vehicles are sold as-is unless otherwise stated. The dealership also advises prospective buyers to confirm key counts and working accessories during due diligence.
With supply limited and recognition growing, the SV-1 has increasingly moved from curiosity to collectible. The Metro Detroit car’s preserved exterior, refreshed interior and documented maintenance could make it a candidate for weekend touring, local shows or entry-level concours displays — and, for many, a chance to own one of the 1970s’ most recognizable automotive experiments.
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