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1970 | Volkswagen Karmann Ghia 1600

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Description

Exterior:

Finished in beautiful Chianti Red, this 1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is presented in very good condition throughout. The paintwork shows excellent gloss and depth, highlighting the model's elegant lines and timeless styling. The body is straight and well cared for, while the chrome trim and brightwork present nicely overall. The rear bumper shows a minor age-related blemish in the chrome finish, but otherwise the exterior remains highly presentable and has clearly benefited from careful ownership.

Interior:

The interior of this Karmann Ghia presents exceptionally well and has been maintained to a high standard throughout. The seats have been professionally reupholstered and remain in excellent condition, complementing the car's classic character while providing a fresh, well-finished appearance. The door panels, carpeting, and headliner all present nicely, creating a clean and inviting cabin environment.

The body-coloured dashboard, finished in matching Chianti Red, remains a particular highlight and pairs beautifully with the black interior trim and classic instrumentation. Overall, the cabin is highly presentable and reflects the care and attention this Karmann Ghia has received over the years.

Mechanics:

Power comes from Volkswagen's proven air-cooled flat-four engine, paired with a 4-speed manual transmission. Renowned for its simplicity, reliability, and ease of maintenance, the drivetrain delivers the engaging driving experience for which the Karmann Ghia is so well known.

The engine bay presents in a clean and tidy condition, reflecting the care this car has received over the years. The car benefits from independent rear suspension (IRS), providing improved ride quality and handling characteristics over earlier swing-axle models. Braking is handled by front disc brakes and rear drum brakes, offering confident stopping power and an excellent balance between performance and period-correct originality.

Overall, the mechanical package remains true to Volkswagen's celebrated engineering philosophy, combining dependable operation with straightforward maintenance and enjoyable classic motoring.

Number decoding:

  • Chassis number: 1412096386

  • 14 = Type 14 Karmann Ghia

  • 1 = Late 1970 model

  • 2096386 = Sequential production number

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Technical Details

Vehicle data

Make
Volkswagen
Model series
Karmann Ghia
Model name
Karmann Ghia 1600
Manufacturer code
Typ 14
First registration date
Not provided
Year of manufacture
1970
Mileage (read)
60,775 mi
Chassis number
Not provided
Engine number
Not provided
Gearbox number
Not provided
Matching numbers
No
Number of owners
Not provided

Technical details

Body style
Coupe
Power (kW/hp)
37/50
Cubic capacity (cm³)
1584
Cylinders
4
Doors
Not provided
Steering
Left (LHD)
Gearbox
Manual
Gears
Not provided
Transmission
Rear
Front brakes
Not provided
Rear brakes
Not provided
Fuel type
Petrol

Individual Configuration

Exterior color
Red
Interior color
Black
Interior material
Others

Location

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