1974 Karmann Ghia on 2040-cars
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States
Body Type:Coupe
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:Type IV 2270CC
For Sale By:Private Seller
Number of Cylinders: 4
Make: Volkswagen
Model: Karmann Ghia
Trim: Coupe
Options: Leather Seats
Drive Type: RWD
Mileage: 1,500
Number of Doors: 2
Exterior Color: Ravenna Green
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Interior Color: Tan
This Ghia was purchased from an estate sale from the original owner in Sacramento CA in 2005. It was then... and has always been rust free, no rust repair and no body damage ever. It was shipped to me in South Florida. I bought the Ghia to build it into what might have been if VW had determined to make the car perform at a level in keeping with its sporting design. All original panels refinished in the original color of Ravenna Green. The body was separated from the pan and every part of the car completely refurbed or replaced. Jake Raby of Aircooled technologies built a Type IV 2270 and matching 4 speed gearbox. He rates these engines dyno tested at 155hp /170lb/ft of torque. The stainless header exhaust sytem was purchased from Ahnendorp in Germany, the original exhaust manufacturer for the Porsche 356. An Oddysey AGM battery has been added since these photos. Needless to say this Ghia hustles. The brake system was upgraded with Porsche 944 calipers with Zimmerman cross drilled and vented rotors. polished Fuchs 16 X 6 wheels; including the spare. Porsche Carrera guages, Porsche Carrera seats. A period correct Blaupunkt stereo was fit with iPod/XM/Sirius capability. Full german weave carpet kit and new interior door panels, the dash is original and perfect. A period vintage Momo steering wheel completed the interior. This project was built without a budget and I realize the cost of the engine, tranny and exhaust were more than I will likely get as a sale price. But I have moved onto other projects and have too many cars... so this one will go. It is a spectacular Ghia and has won numerous first place trophies in local VW shows. Good luck bidding. Please ask questions before bidding, car is available for inspection before the auction ends.
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