1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia for sale in Sylvania OH

For Sale: 1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Convertible
Beautifully Restored | Strong Mechanical Upgrades | Classic Style

This 1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Convertible combines timeless Italian-inspired styling with solid mechanical upgrades, making it a standout example of VW’s most elegant offering. With a well-maintained 1600cc engine and only about 32,100 miles showing (TMU), this Ghia is ready to be driven, enjoyed, and admired.

Vehicle Highlights

• 1600cc Premium long block engine with approx. 12k miles

• Dual port heads, newer dual carburetors, manifolds, and linkage

• SVDA distributor and upgraded wiring harness

• 4-speed manual transmission – smooth shifting

• Matrix MPB-9000 Black paint – excellent condition

• Red interior upholstery with black carpeting – very good condition

• Newer suspension, including front beam

• Newer floor pans, brakes, lines, rotors, and calipers

• Brightwork in great condition – shines well

• Solid trunk, nose area, and engine compartment

• Rear heat added for improved comfort

• EMPI wheels wrapped in 165/80R15 Kumho tires

• Fully serviced and inspected by a 3rd-party mechanic before delivery

Condition Rating: Classic Car

This vehicle has been rated a 3 to 4 on our five-point scale, placing it in our Classic Inventory. These are high-quality, mechanically sound cars ideal for driving and collecting. While not concours-level, they represent strong investment potential and deliver dependable enjoyment with excellent curb appeal.

A Brief History of the Karmann Ghia

First introduced in Europe in 1955 and in the U.S. in 1956, the Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Type 14 was the result of a collaboration between German automaker Volkswagen, coachbuilder Karmann, and the legendary Ghia design studio in Italy. The car blended the reliability of the Beetle with sleek, handcrafted bodywork more often seen on exotic Italian sports cars.

Over its production life, Volkswagen built approximately 450,000 Karmann Ghias, with only 80,000 convertibles, making open-top models like this increasingly sought after. While never marketed as a performance car, its low-slung body and elegant design offered a more refined driving experience than the Beetle, making it a cult favorite among collectors today.

Why Buy From Central Classic Cars?

Central Classic Cars is proud to be the largest vintage Volkswagen dealer in the U.S. We specialize in buying, restoring, and selling classic Volkswagens and other sports cars from the 1950s through the 1980s. Each vehicle we sell goes through a safety inspection and is prepared for driving enjoyment.

We also buy classic cars — especially air-cooled Volkswagens and vintage Porsches — and pay top dollar.

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