Crash Testing the Bricklin
photos courtesy of Bob Hoffman "The Bricklin SV-1 prior to the 30mph frontal barrier test")
"Before" view of the car with the crash dummies patiently waiting for the 30mph frontal barrier test.
 "Damage to the Driver's side")
 "Damage to the passenger side")
 "Results of the government crash test")
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Malcolm Bricklin, Dick Vollmer and a technician witness and inspect the results of the government crash test. The chassis suffered very little damage.
 "Roof Deflection after 35 seconds at 4,850 pounds of force")
June 20th 1974 Crush Test: Roof Deflection after 35 seconds at 4,850 pounds of force. Note the windshield is still intact.