1974 KARMANN Ghia Convertable, From the final year of the rear-engine sports car production, this 1974 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Convertable is described as the recipient of a full restoration that commenced after acquired the car in 2014. Among the work performed was refurbishment of the interior, body repairs, and a full repaint in the car in factory color, plus a performance-oriented rebuild of the powertrain. I drive the Karmann as a reliable, weekly pleasure driver since then. Described as a two-owner Florida car, this Karmann Ghia was restored by a technician reported to have more than 50 years of experience maintaining German automobiles. The Karmann Ghia was powered in 1974 by Volkswagens 1,785-cc flat-four with overhead valves. With a single downdraft carburetor and a compression ratio of 8:1, the engine was rated by the manufacturer at 56 horsepower when new. The engine in this Karmann Ghia is said to have been rebuilt by a Volkswagen specialists with components that include a mild performance camshaft, new crankshaft and connecting rods, Mahle 87-mm pistons, new carburetor, new exhaust system, oil pump, and ignition parts. The Four-speed manual transaxle is reported to have been rebuilt with a new clutch, CV boots, bushings, and sealing. The engine and transaxle mounts are said to have been renewed. The the Karmann will cruise at 85 mph, powertrain is very relible. The engine bay presents as clean as I can get it seen in the provided photos. The body has been repainted in its factory color using two-stage paint, and he reports no body blemishes. The process is said to have included repairs to collision damage to one headlamp housing and remediating rust detected in both doors. The seller says the Volkswagen is now free of both interior leaks and rust. The convertible top has been installed by Seamless Upholstery Service in Atlantic Beach, Florida, and in seats and carpet, excellent workmanship and operating order. The glass is original, with some wiper hazing noted on the windshield and minor scratches reported on the side glass. The exterior lighting is operable. The underside has new floor pans ( the battery Hole) and had no rust on rocker they are clean. New fuel tank and fuel sending unit. The a new dashboard and glove compartment, cable, along with replacing all dash bulbs with LED lighting, installing new sound insulation, and replacing the antenna. The instrumentation is reported to be in very good, operating condition. The original AM/FM radio is said to power up but receives no signals. The FRONT trunk as new matt liner clean, in the photos. The entire front end has been rebuilt with a new steering box, KYB shock absorbers, ball joints, and an EMPI urethane kit for the I-beam. He adds that the brake system has been fully rebuilt, including a new master cylinder, wheel cylinders, lines, and linings. The wheels are have been refinished and are currently mounted with new tires and valve stems. In hand a clean Florida title in his name. Additional paperwork includes receipts associated with the restoration. This 1974 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, is the final production year, is described as having a significantly upgraded engine and chassis.
