From Car and Driver · Brendan McAleer · · 50s
Karma Coachworks SR2 Dune Buggy
Karma Coachworks SR2 dune buggy from 1970 VW chassis up for auction.
In brief
Karma Coachworks SR2 dune buggy from 1970 VW chassis up for auction. Karma Coachworks SR2 dune buggy with 1970 VW chassis and Manx certification goes up for auction on October 21. Originally reported by Car and Driver.
Karma Coachworks SR2
Karma Coachworks built this dune buggy as a follow-up to Bruce Meyers' original Manx.
“the original meyers manx dune buggy is an indisputable automotive icon”
1970 Volkswagen Chassis
The SR2 uses a 1970 vw chassis with a fiberglass body and shortened wheelbase.
“the chassis that underpins it is a 1970 Volkswagen”
Manx Certification
This SR2 carries genuine Manx certification from Bruce Meyers' original design.
“it’s an overlooked part of the bruce meyers story, but has its place”
Auction Details
The SR2 is up for auction on October 21 with no specific price.
“the auction ends on october 21”
Power and Performance
It has a 1.6-liter vw flat-four engine with about 70 horsepower.
“figure around 70 horsepower or so with that holley bugspray 2110 carburetor”
Design Features
Features scissor doors, spoiler, removable roof panel and side windows.
“it comes with a removable roof panel and removable side windows”
What to remember
Karma Coachworks SR2 dune buggy with 1970 VW chassis and Manx certification goes up for auction on October 21.
