The Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is a sports car marketed in both 2+2 coupe and convertible body styles by Volkswagen. The Karmann Ghia combined the chassis and mechanicals of the Type 1 (Beetle) with styling by Luigi Segre of the Italian ‘carrozzeria’ Ghia and hand-built bodywork by the German coach-builder Karmann. The Karmann Ghia was internally designated the Type 14. Volkswagen later introduced a variant in 1961, the Type 34, featuring angular bodywork and based on the newly introduced Type 3 platform. Production doubled soon after its introduction, becoming the car most imported into the U.S. American industrial designer Walter Dorwin Teague included the Type 14 in his list of the world's most beautifully designed products. MotoeXotica Classic Cars is pleased to present this handsome 1969 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia you see pictured. This Ghia has benefitted from a tasteful yet mild restoration and the car shows very well. Finished in a deep maroon, the paint shows only minor imperfections but shows exceptionally well. The body is strong and solid with the beautiful body lines that the Karmann Ghia is known for. The trunk has a new liner that looks great. The Ghia sits upon sandblasted, freshly painted 15” wheels with new 145R15 78S tires that have been balanced. This car is mildly customized and has taken 1st place wins in two shows since the subtle restoration. Inside, you will find black and red, two tone, vinyl and cloth interior that looks awesome. The seats and door panels show no notable imperfections or wear. The headliner and carpet are also in great condition. The dashboard is color matched to the exterior and looks great. The interior of the car has also has had a sound deadening package installed. Under the rear deck, you will find a strong and reliable dual port 1600cc engine, complete with new exhaust, which is exceptionally clean and has a touch of show class to it. The car has an on board battery tender in the engine bay. Attached to the engine is a manual transmission, complete with a new clutch and pressure plate. New shock absorbers have been installed to give the Ghia a smooth ride. The Ghia has updated front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. A good portion of the mechanical work has been done by a reputable, nationally known VW builder. This is a great Karmann Ghia coupe and it is ready to be out on the open road! The VIN is 149431854 and the mileage currently shows 34,149. The car is being sold on a clean and clear Missouri title. GET OUT AND DRIVE!!!
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