For Sale: 1964 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Torrance, California

West Coast Classics are proud to present this original southern California with its original California 'Black License plates' 1964 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia coupe powered by a replacement dual-port 1.6L flat-four cylinder engine paired with a four-speed manual transaxle, a much better engine than stock (dual-port heads) and matched to four-lug wheels which are mounted to four-wheel disc brakes, also much better brakes than original! 89k Miles Shown, TMU Replacement Dual-Port 1.6L Flat-Four Four-Speed Manual Transaxle 'Manila Yellow' Paint w/Black Roof Black Leatherette Upholstery 15" Klassik Rader Wheels Four-Wheel Disc Brakes Aftermarket Stereo System LED Headlights EMPI Shifter Tri-Mil Exhaust Chrome Bumpers w/Overriders Dual-Side Mirrors Spare Parts Manufacturer's Literature The 1964 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is considered a very desirable and collectible classic car, the renown Karmann Ghia line was produced by Volkswagen from 1955 to 1974 and is known for its stylish, Italian-inspired design by the renown Ghia, combined with the reliable Volkswagen Beetle chassis. The 1964 model was available as a coupe or convertible. VW advertising made much about Karmann's almost hand construction methods, which included filling, filing and sanding all seams before painting. A delicate blend of old-world German craftmanship and Italian soul, this car proved that sports cars were as much about style and grace as they were about performance and almost twenty years later on 7/31/1974, when VW halted production, it had proved to be one of the all-time best selling and most loved sports cars in the world. Previous custom work included installing a Tri-Mil exhaust system, LED lighting, an aftermarket sound system, and an EMPI shifter in addition to replacing the muffler and ignition components. Paint color looks like 'Manila Yellow', which is a '64 color with optional black top. The car is also equipped with 15 wheels, four-wheel disc brakes, and Bilstein front dampers. The car is also equipped with dual-side mirrors, pop-out rear quarter windows, a vented decklid, and bright trim. Klassic Rader 15 wheels are mounted with 'Continental Touring' tires in the front and 'Goodyear Eagle LS' tires in the rear. Stopping power is provided by discs at each corner, and Bilstein dampers are fitted up front.The front bucket seats and rear bench are trimmed in Black vinyl. Modifications also include a retro-style radio linked to an aftermarket amplifier and speakers in addition to adding switches for the electric window washer, power antenna, and backup camera with reverse lights. The two-spoke steering wheel fronts VDO instrumentation including a 90-mph speedometer, an analog clock, and a fuel-level gauge. The replacement dual-port 1.6L flat-four was installed under prior ownership, and a Tri-Mil exhaust system is fitted. Service since 2022 is said to include replacing engine oil, fuel filter, and distributor cap, ignition coil, and spark plugs.