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Fun And Clean 1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, Great Little Vw Driver!!! on 2040-cars

Year:1973 Mileage:133633 Color: Red /
 Black
Location:

Adelanto, California, United States

Adelanto, California, United States
Transmission:Manual
Engine:1.6L 1584CC 97Cu. In. H4 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
Vehicle Title:Clear
Body Type:U/K
For Sale By:Private Seller
Fuel Type:GAS
VIN: 1432225433 Year: 1973
Mileage: 133,633
Make: Volkswagen
Exterior Color: Red
Model: Karmann Ghia
Interior Color: Black
Trim: Base
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Drive Type: U/K
Number of Cylinders: 4
Options: CD Player
Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ... 

Here is a great example of the rare Volkswagen Karmann Ghia! You don't see these cruising around very often.  This 1973 model is perfect for the VW enthusiast who has been searching for a good specimen, or somebody who just wants a car that you don't see everyday. Maybe you need the perfect vehicle to cruise the boulevard with you and your friends, or you might be looking for something that is good on gas, but is not a boring, dime-a-dozen econo-box. This is the car for you!

This Ghia is powered by a 1914cc air-cooled boxer four motor that gets great gas mileage while still providing ample power to get you down the highway at brisk speeds. The engine is fed by dual Delardo carbs, and starts up to a smooth idle. The Ghia is a rear-wheel drive vehicle that is controlled by an Empi shifter that goes smoothly into all 4 gears. The car sounds great with the Bugpack exhaust installed on it.  

This VW turns a lot of heads! Not just because of the unique styling of the Ghia, but also because of the nice paint job. It is a deep, fire engine red that really stands out. The imperfections on the paint and body are a fraction of what you would expect of a car that is 40 years old. The black VW wheels compliment the look of the Ghia, and the tires are in great shape. Rust is a minor issue on this vehicle due to it being a California car. All of the chrome is in good shape, and it does retain all of its emblems.  The exterior is a 9 out of 10. 

Inside, this VW is pretty much stock except for the CD player that provides your cruising tunes. The front seats provide plenty of support while also being very comfortable, but do have some minor wear as seen in the pictures. The carpet, door paneling, dash, and gauges all look good, but would require some attention if you wanted to completely restore it. The odometer shows 33,633 but has probably flipped since it is only 5 digits. All the glass is good, but the headliner is original and does show wear. Overall, I would rate the interior a 7.5 out of 10. 

So don't let your chance to drive a truly rare car at a low price pass you by! Be confident that this car is as described. But please remember, even though this VW is in good shape both mechanically and cosmetically, it is 40 years old and is not perfect. The new owner will be happy with his or her new car. I will answer all questions as quickly as possible. The car is currently registered here in California. Thanks for your consideration!

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