Vehicle Description
Beautiful, affordable, and a precision built... all the things that
made you want a 1964 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia coupe when it was new
is only amplified on classic like this where someone has taken the
time to restore it properly.
There is a simple formula for a great classic European car - if you
want style, go to the Italians; and if you want quality, buy
German. But only a few companies were smart enough to do that, and
the budget-friendly VW was one of them. The legendary design house
Ghia seemed like they wanted to elevate Volkswagen's status as they
mixed rounder corners with very muscular edges. The precision
builders at Karmann were able to take this dream and make it into
metal. It is truly rolling art. And the modern clearcoat shine
radiating from this bright red really draws attention to all the
elements of the unique design. Plus, it gets the fundamentals right
with good window rubbers, complete trim, and the proper panel
fitment of a well-respected classic.
Inside are more signs of solid investments. The tan interior with
tweed inserts kicks off a full coordinated package on the carpets,
headliner, trunk, and door panels. The upgrades continue with a
retro-style AM/FM stereo that's really a modern digital tuner with
USB connection for the best in modern music. And speaking of the
tunes, you get a truly great experience with additions like the
equalizer hidden in the glovebox and the subwoofers installed
behind the rear seats. And the driver feels particularly sporty
with the upgraded three-spoke steering wheel and EMPI lock-out
shifter. Plus, the Classic Instruments full gauge package provides
far more info (including a handy tach) compared to what you got in
a stock Karmann Ghia.
You can tell even more money was spent in the engine bay out back.
The VW's air cooled motor is iconic, and this tidy and shining
presentation almost makes this legend a museum piece. More than
just look great, it's a 1600cc unit - an upgrade over what was
available in '64. Just like the Beetle, the performance was not
meant to be record-setting. But there is there is a eutrophic
moment for the driver that comes when you take full control of the
four-speed manual transmission. And this one feels good on the road
thanks to modern treads on the classic whitewall tires and an
upgrade to front disc brakes.
The Karmann Ghia was born out of the idea of looking like a million
bucks but paying far less. Today on the vintage market, this
well-presented example is ready to turn even more heads for a value
price. That's why we know something this affordable and nice will
be leaving us quite soon. Call today!!!
