Vehicle Description
When you invest over $45k in a car like this 1973 Volkswagen
Karmann Ghia, you really get the best of everything. The paint
amplifies the Italian design; the interior has every modern
convenience (including A/C); and everything feels as tight as a
well-invested classic should.
The Karmann Ghia looks like a million bucks. VW even promoted it as
the Italian sports car for the common man. After all, the design
house Ghia created the graceful lines. And that is really amplified
on this one where the body was taken down to bare metal during
restoration. That ensures there would be such a sharp canvas for
the modern paint application - and with less than 600 miles on the
build, it's still so vivid today. The Deep Red Metallic has that
ideal radiance that highlights the curves of the fenders from
blocks away. And as you get closer, it has a deep luster that goes
deep under the clearcoat. That's why this one impresses everyone
near and far. Plus, the gloss black application to the roof draws
further attention to the sporty profile. With this much shine in
the paint only the best brightwork will do. So not only do pieces
like the bumpers and trim shine like mirrors, but so do upgrades
like the 15-inch wheels. You get to drive this one with confidence
for more reasons than just all of these investments. After all, it
might be a beautiful Italian design, but it has the panel fit and
quality that comes from precision German manufacturing.
Inside the two-tone continues, but the roles reverse. Now the black
is the dominant color with the red providing the accents, like on
the custom piping for the seats. There's a custom tailored feeling
over the whole interior, and so you know there was plenty more left
in the restoration budget. You have the best in modern conveniences
like ice-cold R134a air conditioning and a Kenwood AM/FM/CD/XM
stereo that has everything you want, including Bluetooth, USB
input, HD channels. Plus, you'll love the driving experience as you
slip into the bucket seat, grab the upgraded steering wheel, and
let your right hand rest on the sports shifter.
The moment you check out the engine bay out back, you can see more
great signs of investment. The 1600cc motor is not only one of the
tidiest setups we've seen in quite a while, but you'll also spot
some nice performance upgrades, too. Of course, the best
performance piece is the control you have with the standard
four-speed manual transmission. While this has not been set up to
be a speed demon, there is something magical as you take full
control over the full potential of this powerplant. After all, when
you combine the robustness of the Beetle's engine and its
air-cooled tune, you understand what driving passion really is.
Plus, as you look at the clean undercarriage photos, don't forget
to spot the suspension upgrades that make this one of the tightest
handling Karmann Ghias you'll find. And with modern Yokohama
performance tires and upgraded front disc brakes, there's plenty of
enhanced control.
We have the receipts to prove just how much value is in this
exceptionally restored VW. So if you're searching for a cut-above
Karmann Ghia, don't miss this deal. Call today!!!