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Classic 1958 Volkswagen Karman Ghia "lowlight" on 2040-cars

Year:1958 Mileage:100000
Location:

United States

United States
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1958 "Lowlight" Karmann Ghia for sale
Mild restore in the mid 90's
Original Pan with no rust
Some body rust under rear quarter and nose -- see pics
Also some small bubbles on the roof

Original crash box transmission
Works fine but shifting into 1st and reverse isn't smooth. (re-build in the future is recommended)
Not original engine; has 40HP / 12 Volt conversion
Interior is not original but in decent shape; tear in seam of driver seat
Paint has some flaws & small chips but looks good from 5 ft
I have nice clean C-channel trim for front windshield and back window that goes to new owner

This car looks amazing for its age and receives complements everywhere it goes.  As you can see from the pics, it's grabs your attention.
Only driven on the weekends otherwise it's in the garage.
I need the garage space which is why I'm selling
I have a birth certificate for it
Correct 56/58 YOM California plates (If buyer's in CA, they will go with the car otherwise stay)
Recently had $4K worth of work done (new brakes, alt, battery, tune up etc, can provide detail upon request)

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