1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Coupe
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Highlights
- Impressive two-tone Ghia in a rich blue and white livery
- Recently re-engined with a period-accurate 1600 cc flat-four
- Belgian registration
The Appeal
The Karmann Ghia is a perfect adage for the importance of aesthetics. The second car that Volkswagen ever built, it was practically identical to the Beetle mechanically - but you wouldn’t know it. The spectacular Karmann handbuilt bodywork may well make it a candidate for one of the most beautiful mid-century cars ever built.
This example is a driver’s car through and through, having been owned and regularly used by an enthusiast for some ten years. It’s recently been re-engined, and now comes to us ready and waiting for its new owner.
The History and Paperwork
- Built in 1970
- Belgian registration
- In current ownership for 10 years
- Recently re-engined
- Since then, the car has covered less than 1,000km
- Sadly we’ve not been informed of any paperwork provided with the car
- Complete with spare wheel
The Condition
- Impressive Karmann Ghia bodywork
- Some wear to the paintwork throughout
- This largely consists of some paint chips and blisters
- We note some wear to the car’s wheel caps which could do with a repaint
- Some rubbers - particularly around the ‘Frunk’ - are worn and cracked
- Internally, the car carries age-commensurate wear
- Modern Pioneer radio has been installed
- Pitting to the chromework is visible
- Door cards have some sagging
- Underneath, the car is in solid condition
- Some surface corrosion though nothing significant
The Mechanics
- 1600cc Flat-4 powerplant with manual transmission
- Car was re-engined earlier this year
- The car is starting, shifting, braking and driving
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✓ If the seller is registered as a private seller, consumer rights stemming from EU consumer protection law do not apply. Car & Classic’s return policy applies.
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✓ This vehicle is “Sold As Seen”, on an “As Is, Where Is’ basis and without warranty. A full inspection of the vehicle prior to purchase and bidding is highly recommended. Photos and descriptions are for guidance purposes only.
✓ VAT is included in the buyer's deposit. VAT may or may not be included in the final bid or offer price, as specified in the listing.
✓ Buyers are responsible for vehicle collection or delivery. Importing vehicles may result in additional customs duties and import taxes. On request, Car & Classic may refer you to a third-party shipping company. For more details, email [email protected]. Prices start at €150+VAT within the same country or €400+VAT for moves across borders.
Vehicle specification
- Year 1970
- Make Volkswagen
- Model Karmann Ghia
- Colour Blue
- Odometer 65,363 Miles
- Engine size 1600
Auction Details
- Seller Type Trade
- Town Waalwijk
- Country Netherlands
7
bids
from 4
bidders
- 418fan1•••• €2,000 06/05/24
- zdenko-•••• €1,100 05/05/24
- peter-f•••• €1,000 03/05/24
- zdenko-•••• €800 03/05/24
- miguel-•••• €700 02/05/24
- zdenko-•••• €450 02/05/24
- miguel-•••• €350 01/05/24
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