Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Typ 14 (1972)

• Kickdown Check

  • On-site kickdown assessment completed
  • 155 photos
  • Video including engine test and test drive
  • Inspection report from January 2021 with a grade of 2+ available.
  • VW certificate from the Volkswagen AutoMuseum Foundation dated March 18, 2019, available

  Facts & Specifications

  • Year of manufacture: 1972
  • First registration:
  • Engine: 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine with 50 PS (37 kW)
  • Transmission: Manual
  • Exterior color: Gold Metallic
  • Interior: gray leather upholstery
  • TÜV valid until 10/2026, H license plate
  • Features:
  • Heated rear window
  • tubeless steel-belted tires
  • dimmable rearview mirror
  • Windshield wiper switch with additional intermittent setting

  Condition

  Exterior

  • The car is painted in Gold Metallic
  • The body was refurbished as part of a complete restoration 6 years ago.
  • Overall in good condition; there are no known major defects.

  Interior

  • The car has a gray leather interior.
  • The interior appears to be in good condition, though there may be some age-related signs of wear.
  • The trip odometer is currently malfunctioning.
  • The clock is no longer working properly. A replacement clock is available and will be included.

  Mechanics

  • The vehicle is ready to drive immediately.
  • A replica carburetor is currently installed.
  • When idling, the engine produces a characteristic, periodic air-cooled running noise
  • An original PIC 34 carburetor is available; it has been completely overhauled and is included with the vehicle.

  History

  Ownership History

  • Number of owners: 5
  • VW certificate of origin available.

  Service History

  • Invoices totaling more than €33,000 available
  • Restored 6 years ago

  Documents

  • TÜV report (Images 139–144)
  • Inspection Report 01/2021, Grade 2+ (Images 145–154)
  • Vehicle registration certificate (Image 155)
  • Certificate (Image 9)

  Summary

  For sale is a 1972 VW Karmann Ghia Type 14 Coupé with a manual transmission. The vehicle is a German-spec model and comes with a VW certificate of origin. The Karmann Ghia was fully restored 6 years ago, with investments totaling over €33,000 documented by existing invoices. In addition, various digital photos of the restoration are available. The odometer reading is 84,518 kilometers, and the mileage history is partially verifiable. A 2021 appraisal report with a grade of 2+ is available. The vehicle is kept in good mechanical condition on an ongoing basis; currently, a well-functioning replica carburetor is installed, and the original, refurbished PIC 34 carburetor is included. Known defects include a malfunctioning trip odometer and a clock that no longer works properly; however, a replacement clock is available. The TÜV inspection is valid through October 2026; an “H” license plate is included, and the TÜV can be renewed upon request. With documented restoration and extensive invoices, this Karmann Ghia Coupé offers a solid and attractive opportunity for enthusiasts of classic Volkswagens.