Volkswagen Karmann Ghia (1972)

Kickdown Check

• On-site kickdown assessment completed
  • 180 photos
  • Video
• First registration in Germany
• Restored vehicle:
• Completely repainted in June 2014 by Gerle GmbH; invoice available
• Soft top replaced
• Welding work and work on the brake system and chassis in March 2023 at Autohaus Voss Oldtimer; invoice available
• Wessels automotive expert appraisal from 07/2018 with a grade of 2 available
• Currently owned by the present owner for 18 years

Facts & Specifications

• Initial registration: 10/1972
• Country of first registration: Germany
• Engine: Air-cooled 1.6-liter four-cylinder boxer engine (1,570 cm³) with 50 PS (37 kW)
• Transmission: Manual, 4-speed manual transmission
• Exterior color: Light blue (color code R5D/Series 275)
• Convertible top: Dark blue
• Interior: Synthetic leather, black
• Currently without TÜV inspection; H license plate available
• Features:
  • VW radio/cassette player
  • Analog clock
  • Front headrests
  • Soft top cover

Condition

Exterior

• Exterior color is light blue (color code R5D/Series 275)
• The body is in very well-maintained condition with only slight age-related signs of wear
• The vehicle was completely repainted by Gerle GmbH in June 2014 for cosmetic reasons
• In March 2023, rust spots and holes were derusted, welded, painted, and sealed; the rear right floor panel was replaced
• There is no known accident damage
• There is some isolated rust
• The dark blue soft top has been replaced and is watertight. The soft top’s headliner is missing

Interior

• Black faux leather; the seats are original and have not been reupholstered
• The interior is in well-maintained original condition with age-related patina
• There is a small crack in the plastic of the storage compartment
• With the exception of the windshield wiper system and the horn, all equipment is in working order

Mechanics

• The vehicle is road-ready and registered
• The engine is original and runs flawlessly
• The transmission shifts smoothly
• The windshield wipers and the horn do not work
• No other technical defects are known
• Last maintenance: 03/2023

History

Ownership History

• According to the seller, there have been 5 owners in total; the current owner has owned the vehicle since 2008
• The periods of ownership by previous owners are not documented
• 05/2014: Re-registered in the Steinfurt district
• 04/2003: Certified as a classic car, recorded in the vehicle registration certificate
• 03/2003: De-registered in Münster

Service History

• 03/2023 at 84,551 km: Autohaus Voss Oldtimer, Rosendahl
  • Rust spots and holes derusted, welded, painted, filled, and sealed; rear right floor panel replaced
  • Engine and underbody wash
  • Oil change with filter; fuel filter replaced
  • Valves adjusted; valve cover gaskets replaced
  • Front brake rotors, brake pads, brake calipers, and wheel bearings replaced; wheel bearings adjusted
  • Rear brake system disassembled, cleaned, and lubricated; rear wheel brake cylinders replaced; rear brakes adjusted
  • Rear brake lines and front and rear brake hoses replaced; brake system bled
  • Rear axle boots replaced, transmission fluid changed
  • Tires replaced
  • Front lighting system repaired and adjusted
  • Rear suspension secured
  • Presented for vehicle inspection (KÜS) and emissions test
• 06/2014: Complete repaint in VW paint R5D, Gerle GmbH, Emsdetten
• No service record available

Documents

• Vehicle registration certificate
• Appraisal report from Wessels Automotive Appraisers dated 07/2018 with a Classic Data brief evaluation
• Invoice from Autohaus Voss Oldtimer dated 03/2023
• Invoice from Gerle GmbH dated 06/2014 for a complete repaint
• Cost estimates from Gerle GmbH dated 05/2014

Summary

For sale is a Volkswagen Karmann Ghia 1600 Cabriolet first registered in Germany in October 1972. The original 1.6-liter boxer engine with 50 PS is paired with a 4-speed manual transmission. In June 2014, the vehicle was completely repainted in light blue. In March 2023, Autohaus Voss performed welding work as well as extensive work on the brakes and suspension. A valuation report from July 2018 assigns it a grade of 2. The body is very well maintained. The original interior, finished in black faux leather, shows age-related wear. The headliner of the convertible top is missing, and the storage compartment has a small tear. The windshield wipers and horn do not work. The vehicle is intended for enthusiasts looking for a Karmann Ghia with an “H” license plate and a documented service history.