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1970 Volkswagen Vw Karmann Ghia Convertible *unique* on 2040-cars

US $6,500.00
Year:1970 Mileage:100000
Location:

Tampa, Florida, United States

Tampa, Florida, United States
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This is a unique, modified, one of a kind Karmann Ghia car that gets lots of attention and compliments everywhere we go. It was chopped and modified to a convertible with a roll bar and is now a two-seater. The outer door handles, bumpers, locks, and side windows were removed to drop weight and the doors were replaced with light, empty fiberglass doors. It has custom vinyl and plastic windows and a convertible top that are snapped into place with a buttom snap system. The top does have a tear in it, but is otherwise useable, although we hardly ever drive it with the top on.

The engine was rebuilt about a year ago and converted from a 1776 cc to an 1835 cc, with a single barrel Weber 40 carburetor, and has only been driven about 2,000 miles or less since. It has a manual transmission and when the engine was rebuilt, we also put on a new exhaust, performance clutch, and brakes. We do not know how many miles are actually on the car. The speedometer says 44,772 miles, but that is incorrect. The car runs and drives good and is quick and lots of fun to drive!! We used it as a fun weekend cruising car, and took it to a few car shows, where it got a lot of looks and compliments. There is rust below the doors, which you can see in the photos, and some of it goes all the way through. Also, the gas gauge currently does not work due to an electrical issue. This is a great car, a great project, and very rare!!

If you have any questions about the car, please ask before bidding, as there are NO REFUNDS and the car is being sold AS IS. You will also be responsible for picking up the car or arranging to have it shipped if you do not live local (Tampa, FL) within 7 days from date of purchase.

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