1973 VOLKSWAGEN KARMANN GHIA COUPE
1973 VOLKSWAGEN KARMANN GHIA COUPE
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1973 VOLKSWAGEN KARMANN GHIA COUPE
High Bidder: [email protected]
No Reserve
Current Bid: $10,000 (USD)
Ends In:
End Date:
Location:
Abington, Massachusetts 02351
Seller:
Engine:
1.6L H4
Transmission:
Automatic
Odometer:
31,833 (Mi)
Chassis/VIN:
1432226004
Carfax:
Not available
Lot Number:
70485722
No Reserve
Ends In:
End Date:
Location:
Abington, Massachusetts 02351
Seller:
Engine:
1.6L H4
Transmission:
Automatic
Odometer:
31,833 (Mi)
Chassis/VIN:
1432226004
Carfax:
Not available
Lot Number:
70485722
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OVERVIEW
This 1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is powered by a 1.6L flat-four mated to a three-speed semi-automatic transmission. Finished in Zambezi Green over a tan vinyl interior, this classic German coupe is now offered by the selling dealer with an owner's manual and clear title.
Highlights
- 31,833 reportedly original miles
- Extensive exterior refurbishment conducted in 2020
- OEM wheels and whitewall tires
Ownership History
- Offered by a dealer
- Current location: Massachusetts
EXTERIOR
- Zambezi Green paint
- Rear engine vents
- Driver-side mounted chrome mirror
- Black bumpers
- Reportedly original trim and emblems
Updates
- Vehicle was repainted in 2020
- Chrome bumpers were painted black
WHEELS AND TIRES
- 15-inch stock wheels
- 165 Galaxy Vitour Neo whitewall radial tires
INTERIOR
- Tan vinyl upholstery
- Bucket seats
- Padded dash
- Floor-mounted semi-automatic shifter
- Factory AM radio
- Original carpet
- Lockable glove box
INSTRUMENTS
- Gauges
- 120-mph speedometer
- Clock
- Fuel
- Odometer shows 31,833 miles
- Reportedly accurate
ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION
Engine
- 1.6L flat-four
- 46 horsepower at 4,000 rpm
- 72 lb-ft of torque at 2,800 rpm
- Single-barrel carburetor
- Electric fuel pump
Transmission
- Three-speed semi-automatic
Service History Highlights
- New battery
UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST
- Front disc brakes
- Dual exhaust system
KNOWN IMPERFECTIONS
- Hole in left-side floor pan due to corrosion
- Paint blemishes to inner wheel fender as shown in gallery
- Original carpet has discoloration
- Tear seen in shift knob material
- Small leak at oil cooler
- Dash cracked in multiple places
- Material on instrument panel is ripped and missing
- Upholstery underneath rear window shows signs of wear and discoloration
ITEMS INCLUDED WITH THE VEHICLE
- Owner's manual
VIDEO
- Seller has included a video of a walkaround inspection, interior tour, and start-up.
BID: $10,000
BID: $3,350
The 31,833 miles on the odometer are believed to be original miles. The Massachusetts title I have for the car also verifies this as actual miles. All fingers point to it being correct but I don’t have any solid documentation to prove it other than the title and the word of the previous owner.
Good morning and welcome to my auction. I purchased this car along with two others from a European car collector. This was the only VW and his favorite. He had the car professionally stripped and repainted its original Zambezi Green at cost of over $10K. The quality of the paint work is extraordinary. The interior is all original from 1973. Vinyl in great shape with no tears or seam separation. The dash padding is poor (typical) and reproductions are available. Front seat foam / padding could use replacing for a better seating feel. Carpet is faded with some stains. The car sat idle for about 3 years in a dry garage. Came back to life easily with a fresh battery. Brakes were all replaced before storage but peddle feels a bit low. There was a small oil leak at the cooler but the more I use the car, the less and less it leaks but wanted to mention it. The semi automatic setup works as designed and was said to have been refurbished by the previous owner. It’s a great car that deserves to be brought to the next level. Reserve is low considering the pedigree. I can arrange transport to you also. Ask questions and I’ll answer as quickly as possible. Thank you and good luck!