Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Cabriolet (1970)

Highlights and general information

For sale is a VW Karmann Ghia Cabriolet from 1970 in the color green and a black interior.

Highlights:

• Extremely well-preserved example
• With TÜV, H license plate and accident-free
• Brief appraisal with a grade of 2+
• The seller has invested a good €15,000 in the car since 2018
• An overhauled replacement engine was installed in 2018 (invoice available) - approx. 35,000 km have been covered since then
• In 2021, the rear torsion bar bearings were replaced, the exhaust renewed and the heating overhauled, among other things
• In 2023, the suspension joints were replaced and the front axle was measured, among other things
• With luggage rack and leather case

General information about the vehicle

• Year of construction: 1970
• First registration: USA, 07/1970
• Location: 01609 Grödlitz, Germany
• Number of vehicle owners: unknown - owned by the seller since 2018
• Accident-free
• Registered
• H license plate
• TÜV: Until 08/2025
• Immediately ready to drive

Model history

The VW Karmann Ghia was produced from 1955 to 1975 and combined the technology of the VW Beetle with an elegant design by Carrozzeria Ghia and handcrafted bodywork by Karmann. The Type 14 was available as a coupé and convertible, while the more luxurious Type 34 (1962-1969) was based on the chassis of the VW Type 3. The Karmann Ghia TC model with fastback design was built for the Brazilian market from 1972 to 1975. A total of over 445,000 units were produced, underpinning its status as a timeless classic.

The facts

Exterior & interior:

• Exterior color: green
• Interior: black leather upholstery with green stitching
• Black soft top
• Repainting: yes, complete repainting

Engine and transmission:

• 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine with 50 hp (37 kW)
• Replacement engine
• Manual gearbox
• Last service: 2024

Mileage:

• Mileage: 78,061 miles (read off) - approx. 35,000km since engine overhaul
• Mileage traceable: partially
• No checkbook available

Documentation:

• Vehicle documents
• Brief report (grade 2+)
• invoices

Body & underbody:

• Bodywork: good condition
• Underbody: good condition without rust
• Please take a look at the photo gallery and videos to gain further insight into the condition of the vehicle.

Known defects

• Minor scratches on the bodywork
• Please take a look at the photo gallery and videos to gain further insight into the condition of the vehicle.

Summary of the vehicle

For sale is an extremely well-preserved VW Karmann Ghia Cabriolet from 1970 in green with a well-kept interior. The vehicle has always been maintained, including the installation of a completely overhauled engine. The good condition of the Karmann Ghia is also confirmed by a brief assessment with a grade of 2+. Thanks to the H license plate and a valid TÜV sticker until 08/2025, the Karmann Ghia is immediately ready to drive. The combination of stylish design and solid technology makes this classic an excellent choice for collectors and enthusiasts.