Orange 1972 Volkswagen Ghia by Karmann Convertible car

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About the Item

Introduced as a styling concept at the Paris auto show in 1953 the Karmann Ghia has a Karmann hand built body designed by Luigi Segre for Italian coach builder Ghia for VW. Convertible production for 1972 was about 3000 units . This 1972 convert has had a body off the pan full rotisserie restoration about seven years ago . All new or recent mechanicals .Chrome trim, and nameplates are new . All rubber door seals are new . Body has been painted inside and out base coat clear coat finish while on rotisserie . Floor pan and underside also painted and or powder coated black. Door panels and rear seat are originals. Front seats , carpet , dash face and pad are fresh . New top is Mercedes style German Hartz cloth . Retains original glass fold down window with internal defroster but not working . The engine has been rebuilt and lightly modified with electronic ignition, dual carburetors and exhaust . Aluminum spoke wheels are mini-lites by Rocket Wheel, wrapped with four new tires, all four original steel wheels are also present and go with the car. The car has been my fair weather driver since restoration. The Ghia was very well received at Detroit Autorama multiple times . Also shown at M 1 in Pontiac Mi . Certainly one of the best out there. May need some extremely minor touch ups and detailing but always a dependable driver . As is true with all 1stDibs items, 1stDibs is not the seller of this item—instead, the dealer who is disclosed on this page is the owner and seller of the item. 1stDibs’ role is limited to acting as a marketplace through which Seller may offer the vehicle to Buyer. The offer and sale is from the Seller (not 1stDibs) to the Buyer directly. Seller is solely responsible for complying with any legal requirements to offer and sell a vehicle. Buyer would be responsible for pick up and or shipping . 1STDIBS’ BUYER PROTECTION PROGRAM DOES NOT APPLY TO THE PHYSICAL CONDITION OF ANY VEHICLE PURCHASED THROUGH 1STDIBS.COM, including but not limited to the mechanical functions or systems of any vehicle or their operability or non-operability (e.g., the Buyer Protection Program does not apply to engine, brakes, transmission, electrical, fuel, exhaust, cooling, lubrication, electrical and/or suspension systems).

Creator:
Volkswagen (Manufacturer)
Dimensions:
Height: 52 in (132.08 cm)Width: 54 in (137.16 cm)Depth: 144 in (365.76 cm)Seat Height: 12 in (30.48 cm)
Style:
International Style (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Aluminum,Chrome,Glass,Rubber,Sheet Metal,Upholstery,Cast,Lacquered,Molded,Polished
Place of Origin:
Germany
Period:
1970-1979
Date of Manufacture:
1970s
Condition:
Reupholstered. Refinished. Additions or alterations made to the original: Engine has been up graded slightly with Pertronix electronic ignition and dual carburetors. Replacements made: Front seats recovered , carpet replaced , new german canvas top , new windshield , engine rebuilt new clutch , master cylinder and brakes . Repaired: Engine rebuilt and up graded with pertronix ignition and dual carburetors. Wear consistent with age and use. Painted 2015 and always stored inside . There is a small scratch on the drivers door . Edge chips to interior top of door . Aftermarket radio cassette not working . Heating system is intact but I have never sorted it .Heat system not working .
Seller Location:
Ferndale, MI
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU84821296494

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