Find or Sell Used Cars, Trucks, and SUVs in USA

Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Convertible, Upgraded Engine/suspension, Great Driver on 2040-cars

US $12,900.00
Year:1971 Mileage:99420 Color: E
Location:

Bowling Green, Ohio, United States

Bowling Green, Ohio, United States
Advertising:

Driver Condition 

Upgraded Ghia Convertible

 

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: 

VEHICLE HISTORY:   The current owner has enjoyed this Ghia convertible for almost 10 years.  He drove it regularly during the summer months and stored it during the winters.  It was restored and upgraded prior to his purchase.  The engine is upgraded with a Weber 32/36 DFA 2BBL carburetor, a Bosch 009 centrifugal advance distributor and a performance oil pump with a spin-on oil filter.  The suspension is upgraded with Bilstein gas shocks and a rear sway bar. The interior is upgraded with a wood steering wheel and a custom additional 4-gauge panel below the dash (engine temp, volt meter, cylinder head temp, oil pressure).  It drives, performs, and handles very nicely.  His business is requiring more of his time in the summers, and he does not have the time to enjoy it like he did.  So, it is time for a new owner to enjoy the summertime top-down driving fun.  

This is a very nice red convertible to be enjoyed and driven.  It is mechanically sound, and with a new set of rubber, it would be good to go.  With the recent service, it’s the perfect red convertible to cruise in this summer!  

MARQUE HISTORY:  The Volkswagen Karmann Ghia (Type 14) was produced from 1956 through 1974.  Its voluptuous body was penned by design powerhouse Ghia in Turin, Italy, and the coachwork was hand built by renowned German firm Karmann. The end result was a low-slung 2+2 coupe with a curvaceous rear fender and proportionate front and rear ends.  

Total convertible production for all years was 80,899 with only 5,567 produced for the 1971 model year.  The 1971 models were the last to have the smaller, more attractive bumpers. 

Go to this link for more Karmann Ghia information:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Volkswagen_Karmann_Ghia 

INCLUDED WITH PURCHASE:  Car Cover, Original Owner’s Manual, Extra Keys, Used Floor Mats, Nose Bra, Original Top Boot, New Top Boot (needs included snaps installed), Extra Top Boot, Engine Cover (doesn’t fit with the Weber carburetor), Box of Small Parts. 

SPECIFICATIONS:  1584cc, 4-cylinder Volkswagen Engine, 60HP, 3.36” Bore X 2.72” Stroke, 7.5:1 Compression (Stock Engine), 4.125:1 Axle Ratio, 94.5” Wheelbase, 163” O/A Length, 64.3” O/A Width, 52” O/A Height, 2094 Pound Curb Weight, 10.6 Gallon Fuel Tank, Front Disc Brakes, Rear Drum Brakes, 4 1/2 J X 15” Steel Wheels, 12V Electrical System. 

Call Jeff at 419-344-0319 (Mobile) or 419-353-8338 (Office) or email me jeffsnook01@gmail.com  for more information or if you have any questions. 

 

VEHICLE CONDITION:  

We do a mechanical and cosmetic inspection to each vehicle before listing it for sale.  This report is included below will provide a reasonable description of the vehicle condition.  Older vehicles are subject to normal wear and tear and we have tried to indicate the overall condition of the vehicle to the best of our ability.  But, we can not always find everything that is not perfect with a vehicle, so independent inspections are welcome and encouraged.  We drive each vehicle approximately 20 miles, but this is no indication of its long term road-worthiness.  The only guarantee with an older vehicle is that someplace, sometime, something will need repaired! 

INSPECTION REPORT:

Year

1971

Make

Volkswagen

Model

Karmann Ghia

Ext. Color

Red

Int. Color

Black

VIN

1413044111

Tire Info

Goodyear Arriva P165/80R15

Odometer

99,420

Actual

??

 KEY:     E = Excellent     G = Good     F = Fair     P = Poor 

INTERIOR

E

G

F

P

Comments:

Upholstery

 

X

 

 

Re-upholstered in correct black vinyl. Seats good, door panels good except small tear on passenger side, rear seat latches broken.

Headliner

 

X

X

 

Torn above left top release handle. A few stains. Top header bar fascia cracked and bits missing.

Conv. Top

 

X

 

 

Small tear on right side bottom of window frame. Goes up and down just fine. Rear glass window is clear.

Carpets

 

X

 

 

Fabric in good shape, some fading and stains.

Dash

 

X

X

 

Dash top pad cracked. Dash panel is in good shape.

Lights

 

X

 

 

Courtesy light only operates with driver door. Instrument lights OK.

Instruments

 

X

 

 

All matching VDO gauges. Four additional gauges nicely installed in panel below dash. Clock works!

Horn

 

X

X

 

Horn operates going around corners occasionally.

Trunk

 

X

 

 

Tear in rear of fiberboard tank tray.

Radio

 

X

 

 

Volkswagen Blaupunkt SC89A AM/FM Stereo. Door speakers.

 

EXTERIOR

E

G

F

P

Comments:

Paint

 

 

X

 

Slight imperfections throughout paint. Different shades of red apparent on various panels.  Looks sharp from 10 feet.

Body Panels

 

X

X

 

Small crease in driver door. Filler in rear quarters from the wheel arches forward. Headlight area has filler, and small bubbles on right side.

Bumpers

 

X

 

 

Nice and shiny. Small dent in right front bumper and top of right rear.

Trim

 

X

 

 

 

Floors

 

X

 

 

Floor pan solid except for a couple of small rust holes on left rear floor.

Sills

 

 

X

 

Rocker sills rusty (see photos).

Tires

 

 

X

X

Tires look OK, but are old with minimal tread.

Wheels

 

X

 

 

Correct standard hub caps with trim rings

Glass

 

X

X

 

Windshield has some small pits, and fogging in lower corners. Door windows have vertical scratches.

 

UNDERHOOD

E

G

F

P

Comments:

Fluids

 

X

 

 

Fresh oil change.

Belts

 

X

 

 

Generator/fan belt in good shape.

Hoses/Lines

 

X

 

 

 

Filters

 

X

 

 

Fresh oil & fuel filters. Air filter is OK.

Charging System

 

X

 

 

Charges and starts well.

Appearance

 

X

 

 

Clean and tidy engine compartment.

 

MECHANICAL/ ELECTRICAL

E

G

F

P

Comments:

Engine

 

X

 

 

Recent valve adjustment, new v.c. gaskets, and oil/filer change.  Starts and idles fine. Pulls strong.

Transmission

 

X

 

 

Shifts nice. Quick shift kit installed.

Electrical

 

X

 

 

Charges and starts well.

Brakes

 

X

 

 

Stops straight and true.

Steering

 

X

 

 

Light and precise steering. Handles great with the Bilstein shocks and rear sway bar.

Wipers

 

X

 

 

 

Lights

 

X

 

 

Turn signal does not cancel after left turn.

 

UNDER

E

G

F

P

Comments:

Leaks

 

X

 

 

Nothing unusual.

Rust

 

X

X

 

Rust on floors and sills. See photos.

Exhaust

 

X

 

 

“Bugpack” exhaust system. Very small rust through on both heater boxes. Surface rust on extractor pipes and muffler.

 

MISC.

E

G

F

P

Comments:

Engine Upgrades

 

X

 

 

Engine equipped with a Weber 32/36 DFA 2BBL carburetor, a Bosch 009 centrifugal advance distributor and a performance oil pump w/spin-on filter. Runs strong!

Chassis Upgrades

 

X

 

 

Bilstein gas shocks and rear sway bar. Handles great!

Engine No.

 

 

 

 

The numbers 548431 are stamped where they should be, however most VW engines have a suffix to better identify.

  

TERMS OF SALE: 

An immediate PayPal $500 deposit is required upon purchase.  The balance of a  25% deposit is required within 3 days from end of auction and full payment to be made within 10 from end of auction.  Payment to be made by cash in person, or bank to bank wire transfer only.  Personal, certified or bank checks are not accepted for payment.  Overseas shipments and/or finance documentation will require an additional $100 fee to cover the time and costs associated with either of these items.  

You are responsible for shipping.  Buyer to arrange, pay for, and have vehicle transported within 30 days from end of auction.  For an estimate of shipping costs, we suggest using eBay’s request for a shipping quote near the top of the listing.  You can also try this site to get additional quotes: http://gigamoves.com/   Just plug in our zip code (43402), your destination zip code, and some additional info for some online quotes.  Storage is available after the 30 days for $110/month.  

Please be aware you are buying this car “AS IS – NO WARRANTY”.  Vehicle is being advertised locally and the auction may end early if sold. 

 

 photo 01.jpg  photo 02.jpg  photo 03.jpg  photo 04.jpg  photo 05.jpg  photo 06.jpg  photo 07.jpg  photo 08.jpg  photo 09.jpg  photo 10.jpg  photo 11.jpg  photo 12.jpg  photo 13.jpg  photo 14.jpg  photo 15.jpg  photo 16.jpg  photo 17.jpg  photo 18.jpg  photo 19.jpg  photo 20.jpg  photo 21.jpg  photo 22.jpg  photo 23.jpg  photo 24.jpg  photo 31.jpg  photo 32.jpg  photo 33.jpg  photo 34.jpg  photo 35.jpg  photo 36.jpg  photo 37.jpg  photo 38.jpg  photo 39.jpg  photo 40.jpg  photo 41.jpg  photo 42.jpg  photo 43.jpg  photo 44.jpg  photo 45.jpg  photo 46.jpg  photo 47.jpg  photo 48.jpg  photo 51.jpg  photo 52.jpg  photo 53.jpg  photo 54.jpg  photo 55.jpg  photo 61.jpg  photo 62.jpg  photo 63.jpg  photo 64.jpg  photo 65.jpg  photo 66.jpg  photo 71.jpg  photo 72.jpg  photo 73.jpg  photo 74.jpg  photo 75.jpg  photo 76.jpg  photo 77.jpg  photo 78.jpg  photo 79.jpg  photo 91.jpg  photo 92.jpg  photo 93.jpg  photo 94.jpg  photo 95.jpg  photo 96.jpg  photo 97.jpg  photo 98.jpg  photo 99.jpg  photo 100.jpg  photo 101.jpg  photo 102.jpg

Auto Services in Ohio

Zig`s Auto Service ★★★★★

Auto Repair & Service, Automobile Parts & Supplies, Driveshafts
Address: 3340 Elyria Ave, Amherst
Phone: (440) 244-0130

Zeppetella Auto Service ★★★★★

Auto Repair & Service, Gas Stations, Tire Dealers
Address: 28233 Lorain Rd, Strongsville
Phone: (440) 777-8720

Willis Automobile Service ★★★★★

Auto Repair & Service
Address: 3505 Sunflower Rd, Calcutta
Phone: (724) 846-4831

Voss Collision Centre ★★★★★

Auto Repair & Service, Automobile Body Repairing & Painting
Address: 94 Loop Rd, Springboro
Phone: (866) 413-0479

Updated Automotive ★★★★★

Auto Repair & Service, Automobile Diagnostic Service, Brake Repair
Address: 12146 York Rd, N-Ridgeville
Phone: (440) 582-1992

Tri C Motors ★★★★★

New Car Dealers, Used Car Dealers
Address: 22521 State Route 62, Maximo
Phone: (330) 821-5488

Auto blog

2023 New York Auto Show Live Updates: Hyundai's surprise, Nissan's super stand, '24 Wrangler

Tue, Apr 4 2023

The 2023 New York International Auto Show shifts into high gear Wednesday, April 5, and our reporters are already in the city, with events unfolding even as we speak. We'll being seeing cars in person, interviewing automaker insiders and snapping photos of vehicles and all the other oddities that pop up at an event like this and we'll be giving you live updates and color from the show floor along the way.  Ram, Hyundai, Subaru, Kia, VW and Jeep are all expected to show something new this week, and other automakers are known to be hosting off-site events that may produce news — expected or otherwise. Genesis has already revealed its GV80 Coupe, for example, along with the fact that it has been confirmed as a production model. And we're just getting started.  Read on below for our observations from the show floor and points beyond: This content is hosted by a third party. To view it, please update your privacy preferences. Manage Settings.     Green New York Auto Show Genesis Hyundai Jeep Kia RAM Subaru Volkswagen Concept Cars Electric Future Vehicles

Move over Nissan Leaf, VW E-Golf is the new sales champ in Europe

Wed, Apr 8 2015

Western European sales of the Volkswagen e-Golf electric vehicle got just extra charged up, and not just with electricity. For the first two months of the year, the VW EV overtook longstanding EV leader Nissan Leaf in terms of sales on the Continent, Aid Newsletter says. In fact, the e-Golf's 2,150 units sold in Western Europe through February was 400 more than what the Leaf managed. Norway was the key country here. With lots of EV incentives, the Leaf (not to mention the Tesla Model S) have always sold well there, but Volkswagen, through a big advertising push, moved more than three times as many e-Golfs in Norway as Nissan did the Leaf. It's sure a far cry from the US, where the Leaf remains the best-selling electric vehicle. Through February, Nissan moved 2,268 Leaf vehicles in the US, compared to 311 e-Golfs sold here. March sales didn't do much to change the balance, with 195 e-Golfs sold versus 1,817 Leafs. The e-Golf, which retails for about $36,000 in the States, gets an EPA-rated 116 miles per gallon equivalent, barely edging out the Leaf's 114 MPGe rating. The e-Golf can also go 83 miles on a single charge. Our review of the e-Golf is available here. Featured Gallery 2015 Volkswagen e-Golf: Review View 29 Photos News Source: Aid Newsletter Green Volkswagen ev sales e-golf

Volkswagen Beetle Special Edition Concepts consider some colorful possibilities

Wed, Apr 1 2015

Volkswagen is using the 2015 New York Auto Show as an opportunity to check consumer reactions to possible special editions of the Beetle. The company's concepts are each aimed at different market niches, and they play up the idea of the car as a fashion accessory as much as a mode of transportation. VW does the most work to the Beetle R-Line concept for performance-minded buyers. Covered in Oryx White Pearl, the model is 0.6-inches wider than stock and wears a more aggressive front bumper with larger intakes. There's even a vent at the tip of the hood sort of like a Porsche 911 GT3. The pearlescent paint really pops thanks to some gloss black trim that covers a rear diffuser and the edges of the spoiler. For the other three concepts, VW tests out some new colors and trim for the Beetle. For example, the company thinks there's demand in the US and China for pink to be added to the palette, and the Pink Color Edition tries that out with a metallic shade. The Convertible Wave is painted in Habanero Orange Metallic but also has retro touches like chrome mirror caps, houndstooth fabric for the seats and a wood dashboard. Finally, the Convertible Denim takes inspiration from a pair of jeans. For a closer look at the colorful members of this quartet check out the gallery from the floor of the New York show. Featured Gallery Volkswagen Beetle Special Edition Concepts: New York 2015 View 15 Photos Related Gallery Volkswagen Beetle Concepts View 12 Photos Image Credit: Live photos copyright 2015 Drew Phillips / AOL Design/Style New York Auto Show Volkswagen Convertible Hatchback Concept Cars Videos 2015 ny auto show