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Beautiful Karmann Ghia Roadster - Just In Time For Spring ! on 2040-cars

US $9,950.00
Year:1960 Mileage:423
Location:

Napa, California, United States

Napa, California, United States

Just in time for spring!

One-of-a-Kind 1960 Karmann Ghia Roadster to show or drive. This car has numerous modifications and upgrades. 

Performance suspension modifications, (shocks, linkages, etc.).  Stiff suspension for enhanced handling.  This car really handles!
Adjustable front wheel bearings
Front disk brake conversion
Dual carb hi-performance VW engine, with less than 500 miles since rebuild
Stainless Steel high performance dual exhaust system with equal length pipes (a little loud and raspy)
Chromed Roll Bar with seat belt harnesses (not just lap belts)
Short throw performance SCAT T-handle shift linkage.
Electronic Tachometer
Oil cooler with electric cooling fan
12 Volt conversion
Braided stainless oil lines, ignition wires, etc.
Custom Body Work to eliminate door handles, external gas filler door, etc. Later model tail lights for enhanced visibility and safety. Smooth custom look. Custom interior. Custom engine bay work.
 Many other modifications and upgrades.
Only 423 miles since rebuild and restoration.  Still needs to complete the break in process.
Clear California Title

This is my wife's car left to her by her late brother, who used to display it and win trophies in local car shows. It has been in storage a number of years but is now running very well again.  The tires have plenty of tread but are old and cracked, although they do hold air.  Brakes are spongy, so either the brakes need to be bled or the master cylinder needs to be replaced.  Not a big deal.

Needs some very minor TLC to be perfect. Some of the chrome needs to be polished but the car is a strong running machine and a real head-turner. This car gets LOTS of attention!

Please e-mail me with any questions on the Karmann Ghia and I will quickly respond.  Also a pre-purchase inspection is available on appointment.  Winning bidder agrees to pay in full within (3) three business days of winning the auction.  Cashiers check, bank-wire, or cash in person are all acceptable methods of payment.  I will make myself available to assist the driver of the buyer's chosen transport company to expedite getting the car shipped.  Since it is a roadster, you will want to use an enclosed truck or trailer for transport.  If payment is not made in cash, I will not release the vehicle or the title until payment has absolutely cleared.  I will store the car free of charge in my garage for up to 30 days while shipping arrangements are being made.

The vehicle is being sold as is, with no warranty, expressed, written or implied.  Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type.  It is the responsiblity of the buyer to have satisfied himself/herself as to the condition of the vehicle.  The mileage indicated is not the original or total vehicle mileage.

Pictures taken 2/15/14. The car is located in Napa, CA and is advertised for sale locally.  I reserve the right to end this auction and withdraw this listing if  a local buyer should purchase the car.  Shipping, if necessary, will be the responsibility of the buyer.

Contact me for more details or to arrange to see it. Thank you for looking!



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