Desirable 1967 MY 1600 with 'bullet' indicators and thin 'towel rail' bumpers
New gearbox fitted
Brand new battery
The Appeal
By the mid-'50s, the noble art of coachbuilding was in trouble. Huge advancements in mass-production techniques and a growing demand for affordable cars had put pay to the complex, expensive hand-built cars of the pre-war era.
The Karmann Ghia was therefore something completely new: A coachbuilt car based upon humble underpinnings - a Volkswagen Beetle in an Italian suit.
This 1967 example, (one of the most desirable Ghias), came to Britain from California in 1999. It's been garaged for much of present ownership, but having lost that space, the vendor is reluctantly offering the car for sale.
We're advised that the Karmann Ghia had only been driven only on special occasions, ensuring it remains in good mechanical condition. With a new gearbox and a brand-new battery recently fitted, this car is reportedly in good health. While it does have some areas that would perhaps benefit from cosmetic attention, this commendably original example presents a fantastic opportunity for air-cooled VW enthusiasts.
History and Paperwork
Registered in 1967
Californian import in 1999
Purchased by the current owner in May 2011
Has had five registered keepers
Car hasn't been MOT'd for a while, as it's been SORN off-road and garaged
Had regular MOTs until 2017 (when it was no longer required)
Always kept on top of car maintenance and driven on special occasions
Garaged for ten years, with regular driving until the last year
Selling the vehicle due to recent loss of storage
Originally cream
The Condition
The bodywork looks straight and is reportedly solid overall
The silver paint exhibits age-commensurate patina
Wax protected underneath
Some evidence of corrosion in the usual areas: sills, boot, jacking points and bonnet - but the vendor believes this is mostly superficial
We're advised that the doors need refitting
Scratch visible on the nearside of the bonnet
Some of the exterior trims are missing, while others exhibit some wear
Highly original interior in good overall condition
Black vinyl front seats and dash intact
Requires mirrors replacing
Radio is in working order
Fully carpeted, but needs fixing in areas
Back seat panel vinyl is peeling back and requires some attention
The Mechanics
1,600 cc air-cooled flat-four
Four-speed manual gearbox
We're informed that the electrics work well
The engine is reportedly in good running order and the car is said to drive well
A replacement gearbox has been fitted
Brand new battery fitted
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