1976 Sterling Kit-Car manufactured by California Component Car (CCC) in Oakland - California. Kit cars have come a long way since bursting on the scene in the 1960s. Many of these easy-to-assemble models, like this 1976 Sterling kit car were based on VW Beetle platforms with a stylish fiberglass body, but the Sterling stands apart for its striking looks. As the trend continued and technology improved, kit car manufacturers began rolling out more sophisticated designs, incorporating lightweight and…
1976 Sterling Kit-Car manufactured by California Component Car (CCC) in Oakland – California. Kit cars have come a long way since bursting on the scene in the 1960s. Many of these easy-to-assemble models, like this 1976 Sterling kit car were based on VW Beetle platforms with a stylish fiberglass body, but the Sterling stands apart for its striking looks. As the trend continued and technology improved, kit car manufacturers began rolling out more sophisticated designs, incorporating lightweight and strong tubular frames supporting streamlined bodies. By the mid-1970s and 80s, models like this Sterling had upped the ante with additional features and creature comforts to accompany their cutting-edge designs