Introduction
Darren Rungasamy
Gorgeous Italian styling with German mechanicals and engineering.
Compared to the VW Beetle, the VW Karmann-Ghia is more stylish and svelte than its rounded short-nosed sibling, yet they share the same simple durable mechanics and a reputation for quality. First seen in 1955, the Italian-styled coupe was high on the list for those looking for grace with elegance. With a production run of almost 20 years, they were the first Beetle derivatives to show how adaptable the VW air-cooled platform was.
Imported into the UK in 2004, this 1968 Californian car has since been overhauled and finished in a stunning Diamond Green paint. Complemented by subtle lowering and SSP Sprintstar wheels, there’s a little more than meets the eye with this head-turning beauty.
Any issues that were considered weak points in the original, such as weak brakes, leisurely performance and a slightly austere interior, have all been rectified by a new front wide 5-disc brake kit, a 2021 ~£6,300 1641cc engine upgrade and a stunningly lavish cabin re-trim in leather - this is no run-of-the-mill Karmann-Ghia.
It comes with two keys, its owner's manual, provenance from its US owner and additional invoices of ~£5,000 - it is als road tax and MOT exempt and has spent the last 3 years with our vendor in a heated garage.
If you're in the market for an elevated Karmann-Ghia experience, then this might be the car for you.
This listing was written from information supplied by Darren after meeting Steve the owner, and having visited and photographed the vehicle.
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Hi. As below could you provide any info on the total loss?
The nose photos provided seem good… is any evidence of panel deformation or the car being pulled / straightened on the inner fenders inside front luggage area either side of fuel tank?
I have tried to study photos, it’s hard to tell and also carpet etc in the way.
***Auction Update***
Hi,
Steve has provided three more photos of the floor pan, I have uploaded them, starting here:
https://www.tradeclassics.com/auctions/vw/1968-volkswagen-karmann-ghia-2/#gallery5-125
Hope this helps.
Thanks,
Colin.
Hello, can I ask what the damage consisted of when it was written off 12 years ago? Many thanks.
***Auction Update***
Hi,
Steve has provided three more photos of the floor pan, I have uploaded them, starting here:
https://www.tradeclassics.com/auctions/vw/1968-volkswagen-karmann-ghia-2/#gallery5-125
Hope this helps.
Thanks,
Colin.
Thank you, but it doesn’t really answer the question about the damage/repair
Are there any images of inside nose with spare wheel removed?
I have send photos over to the guys at Trade Classics who will add them into the listing and post a link.
***Auction Update***
Hi Micky,
I have added the four photos Steve sent over, you can find them starting here and scroll right:
https://www.tradeclassics.com/auctions/vw/1968-volkswagen-karmann-ghia-2/#gallery4-121
Thanks,
Colin.