When discussing classic fiberglass sports cars, it’s inevitable to mention the first-generation Chevrolet Corvette. However, fiberglass has been utilized in automotive manufacturing by various companies since the late 1940s, with pioneers such as Bill Tritt making significant contributions.
Establishing Glasspar in 1947, Tritt introduced the G2 in 1949, which was recognized as the world’s first low-volume production of fiberglass vehicles. Tritt supplied complete bodies for the Woodill Wildfire and contributed to the Kaiser-Darrin, showcasing the widespread application of fiberglass in automotive design.
Ed “Big Daddy” Roth also played a role, founding Victress Manufacturing in 1952 and introducing models like the S4. Despite its short-lived production, the Victress S4 remains a rare find, embodying the innovation and diversity within the fiberglass sports car niche.