1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

Coupe

1600cc 4 cylinder boxer

Manual

1432141802

Clear

Gasoline

1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia coupe - No Reserve price I have owned this car since 1999, and I am the second owner. Just passed 102,000 miles, with a clear title (note to potential buyers: be wary of Ghia auctions with "low" "original" miles; the odometer resets back to 0 miles at 100,000). Since I have owned it, I have restored and upgraded the car as detailed below, all within the past 20,000 miles (restoration receipts and maintenance records included). It has been garage-kept and never in an accident all of the years I have owned it, has been extremely reliable (oil changed, screen cleaned, and valves adjusted every 3000 miles), and is driven on a regular basis but only in fair weather (avoiding rain, snow, and salty roads when possible). It does leak a little oil from a pushrod tube on the passenger side, but not really that much (enough to mark its spot; needing about a quart every 1000 miles). The exhaust could be tightened up some more (it "sneezes/farts" once in awhile when decelerating). While in the previous owner’s possession, the car was rear-ended and the body damaged. The rear clip of the car was replaced with the rear clip of a ’70 model, and the repair is unnoticeable except for the smaller (and more nicely-shaped) rear tail light lenses. With its performance upgrades (dual carbs, header/extractor exhaust, electronic ignition, short-shift kit, smaller sport steering wheel, upgraded shocks, etc.) it accelerates and handles much better than a stock vintage model, is easier to drive and requires less maintenance (no filing of points; dual carbs don't ice up and bog like a single carb setup), and has a very nice sounding modern stereo system as well. Heater system works well in the winter, with fresh air vents in the dash and rear for defrosting (no A/C for summer, but it's not too hot with the windows rolled down). Stock 1600cc dual port engine is very strong with plenty of low and midrange torque for sporty acceleration. I average mid 20's MPG city, 30 MPG highway with "spirited" driving and highway cruising at 75 MPH. The paint is Porsche Speed Yellow in excellent condition, and needless to say, it turns a lot of heads. This is a car that is ready to drive and be enjoyed, and not a rust bucket in need of several thousands of dollars for restoration. I have decided to now sell the Ghia as I have a newborn son and need to free up garage space for a larger vehicle. Included are extra parts including extra belts, spark plugs, light bulbs, an extra headlight, oil change kits, valve cover gaskets, a new rear engine seal, a 009 distributor (currently running stock DVDA distributor, but timed similar to a SVDA with the retard side open), heater tubes, carb sync tool, extra wiring, a car cover, touch up paint for chips, original owners manual, stereo manual, VW "Idiot's guide," wiring diagrams and carb sync instructions, and other assorted parts. Feel free to contact me with any questions, if you would like more pictures including some from the restoration, or a test drive. Local pickup/transfer: I'm willing to deliver within a 30 mile or so radius, but beyond that the buyer will need to make arrangements for pickup. Restoration/Upgrades (receipts documenting restoration and purchases included): Body and Exterior -new complete interior and exterior body paint and clear coat after rust removal/panel replacement -new quarter and rocker panels (pictures available upon request) -new gas filler lid -new floor pans (coated with POR 15) (pictures available upon request) -new body molding and clips-new front and rear windshield seals (with chrome) -front and rear tail light lenses replaced -new moon hub caps and beauty rings -re-chromed bumpers -refurbished door hinges -new nose emblem -new side mirror -new windshield wipers -new chrome rear script and trim (“Volkswagen,” “Karmann Ghia,” license plate light cover) Interior -new headliner -new seat upholstery and cushions -new carpeting, including trunk-new real wood dash veneer (walnut burl with cherry stain) -new door and rear side panels-new sunvisors -new rear bench seat -new dash cover -new heater control knobs -new sport steering wheel -new glove compartment box -new wood window cranks and shifter knob -new door, window, trunk, and horn boot seals -new foot pedal pads -new floor mats Mechanical, Intake, Exhaust -new dual 40 IDF double-barrel Weber carburetors with CB Performance hexbar linkage (balanced with carb sync tool) -new ceramic-coated header/extractor and quiet pack muffler -new clutch -new brake pads and shoes -new short shift kit-cleaned and sealed gas tank -new wheel bearings -rebuilt 4-speed transmission -new firewall seal and insulation -new engine compartment seals-new valve cover gaskets-new fuel pump gaskets -new heat exchangers-new heater tubes -complete engine tin and thermostat Suspension and Wheels -new KYB GR2 gas shocks -steering and suspension alignment -new tires -replaced bent rim -new ball joints and sway bar -new steering damper Electrical -new complete wiring harness -new Bosch generator-new Bosch voltage regulator -new Pertronix electronic ignition (replaces points in distributor; original points and condenser kept) -new battery and battery tray -new turn signal switch -new oil pressure switch -new antenna-new Bosch spark plugs -new Bosch blue ignition coil -new fusebox -new dash light bulbs -new Blaupunkt AM/FM/CD player and Blaupunkt speakers (2 in front under dash pad center, 2 in rear in rear interior side panels)