1974 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Base 1.6l on 2040-cars
Edgewater, Maryland, United States
Body Type:U/K
Engine:1.6L 1584CC 97Cu. In. H4 GAS Naturally Aspirated
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:GAS
For Sale By:Private Seller
Number of Cylinders: 4
Make: Volkswagen
Model: Karmann Ghia
Trim: Base
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Drive Type: U/K
Options: CD Player
Mileage: 44,826
Exterior Color: Green
Interior Color: Black
1974 base karmann ghia, this car had a complete rebuild and paint from original orange to metalic green im 2001. the pan was removed and epoxy paint was sprayed in all the sections that posably might rust in the future, in 2009 the car had a small engine fire which was put out quickly with only small damage to paint and some wiring. only problem was water went into motor and nobody did anything about it for a years and it sat in a garage till 2010.
the motor was pulled, all new cylinders, heads, alternator, carb , fuel lines, fuel pump, exaust , clutch , distributor and painted with new gaskets as needed.
the car has ss brake lines, new master cylinder, all hydrolics has been replaced as needed . fuel system has new gas tank, sending unit, lines .
complete suspension overhaul with neoprene heavy duty sway bars front and back . all window and sealing gaskets are in new condition , interior better than fair considering age of car . chrome rims with new tires balanced with some sighs of whare on rims but shine up nicely.
body is 99 % void of rust, nose is perfect not a bondo bucket !
steering has all new parts , kyb gas schocks and drive/ handles beautifully.
have original paperwork for car, owners manual ect (what ever comes in glove box when you buy it )
we have been driving car and enjoying it , but cant see it sitting outside or cooking in my trailer...
this cars restoration was over 8k and rebuild to correct damage was around 3500$ not to include the tires that were installed just last week and oil change.
you wont find a more solid vw ghia , its has its small flaws for a 12 year old paint job, cosmetically still very nice daily driver or weekend collector classic .
i am selling for a friend but know the car well so i should be able to answer without any problems, simply enough she lost her job , home and has no place to keep her baby.
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