1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia for sale in Sylvania OH
1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia 2-Door Convertible
Exterior Color:
Black
Interior Color:
Red
Stock Number:
CCC422
Mileage:
32,096
Engine:
1600cc
Fuel:
Gasoline
Transmission:
4 Speed Manual
Title:
Clear
VIN:
1402862040
Internet Price:
$39,999
Contact Information
Vehicle Description
Brief history of the Karmann Ghia
Of all the variants and models of the Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, the type 14 is the most well-known. First introduced in Europe in 1955 and in the US as a coupe in 1956 (convertibles arrived in 1958), the Type 14 Karmann Ghia featured sleek body lines and the familiar rear-mounted, air-cooled flat four engines found in Beetles. Roughly 450,000 cars were produced over its production life with only 80,000 convertibles. Styling choices were made in Italy at the famous Ghia Studios, which at the time was known for working on exotic Italian sports cars. The design choices for both the interior and exterior went mostly unchanged throughout the years, with some changes being caused by new transportation regulations in the 60's & 70's. Taillights, turn signals, hazard lights and parking lights are among the most noticeable cosmetic differences between the model years. The Ghia was created out of the desire to produce a sport bodied car upon a reliable and tested chassis, which Volkswagen already had in the Beetle. Although the suspension was virtually the same as the Beetle, the sleek, low body gave the car a good ride and slightly better performance, but it was never advertised as an all-out sports car.
Specifications
1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Convertible
Shows approx. 32,100 miles, TMU
Four cylinder 1600cc engine - Premium long block engine with replacement dual port heads (12k miles estimated on engine)
Newer dual carburetors, manifolds and linkage
SVDA distributor
Newer wiring harness
Four-speed manual transmission
Black paint is in overall very good to excellent condition (Matrix MPB-9000 Black paint)
Red upholstery and black carpeting are in overall very good condition
Newer suspension and front beam
Newer floor pans
Brakes, lines, rotors and calipers are all newer
All brightwork is in good condition and shows well
Solid trunk and nose area
Clean and solid engine compartment
Rear heat added
EMPI wheels sporting 165x80R15 Kumho tires
This vehicle will come service and inspected by a 3rd party mechanic.
Our Rating
Classic Car
At CCC we look at eight major characteristics and give our cars an overall condition score on a five-point scale. Our premium inventory receives an overall condition score or 4 or 5 and are the highest quality vehicles that have gone through an extensive restoration or a very complete original examples in the best condition. They could win a concours and collectors covet these vehicles which represent high investment potential. Our classic inventory receives an overall condition score of 3 or 4 and we would classify these as fun driver quality vehicles that people can enjoy and represent solid investments. These look terrific with excellent mechanicals and may be older restorations with some evidence of prior repair. Our opportunity inventory receives an overall condition score of 1 or 2 and make great project cars. These cars may be older with evidence of prior repairs.
About Us
Central Classic Cars is the largest Vintage VW dealer in the country. We specialize in buying, selling, restoring, and servicing these wonderful pieces of history. We have customers who call from all parts of the country and beyond. In addition to buying Volkswagens, we pay cash for all other makes focusing on sports cars from the 50’s 60’s 70’s and 80’s especially old Porsche’s. All our vehicles go through a safety inspection which is available to be viewed prior to purchase. If you are interested in buying or selling a car of any kind, please feel free to give us a call and we would be glad to take a look. Please also subscribe to our YouTube channel and view of our inventory more interactively on our website CentralClassicCars.com.
Contact John at 419-517-1795 if you'd like to purchase this vehicle.
Of all the variants and models of the Volkswagen Karmann Ghia, the type 14 is the most well-known. First introduced in Europe in 1955 and in the US as a coupe in 1956 (convertibles arrived in 1958), the Type 14 Karmann Ghia featured sleek body lines and the familiar rear-mounted, air-cooled flat four engines found in Beetles. Roughly 450,000 cars were produced over its production life with only 80,000 convertibles. Styling choices were made in Italy at the famous Ghia Studios, which at the time was known for working on exotic Italian sports cars. The design choices for both the interior and exterior went mostly unchanged throughout the years, with some changes being caused by new transportation regulations in the 60's & 70's. Taillights, turn signals, hazard lights and parking lights are among the most noticeable cosmetic differences between the model years. The Ghia was created out of the desire to produce a sport bodied car upon a reliable and tested chassis, which Volkswagen already had in the Beetle. Although the suspension was virtually the same as the Beetle, the sleek, low body gave the car a good ride and slightly better performance, but it was never advertised as an all-out sports car.
Specifications
1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Convertible
Shows approx. 32,100 miles, TMU
Four cylinder 1600cc engine - Premium long block engine with replacement dual port heads (12k miles estimated on engine)
Newer dual carburetors, manifolds and linkage
SVDA distributor
Newer wiring harness
Four-speed manual transmission
Black paint is in overall very good to excellent condition (Matrix MPB-9000 Black paint)
Red upholstery and black carpeting are in overall very good condition
Newer suspension and front beam
Newer floor pans
Brakes, lines, rotors and calipers are all newer
All brightwork is in good condition and shows well
Solid trunk and nose area
Clean and solid engine compartment
Rear heat added
EMPI wheels sporting 165x80R15 Kumho tires
This vehicle will come service and inspected by a 3rd party mechanic.
Our Rating
Classic Car
At CCC we look at eight major characteristics and give our cars an overall condition score on a five-point scale. Our premium inventory receives an overall condition score or 4 or 5 and are the highest quality vehicles that have gone through an extensive restoration or a very complete original examples in the best condition. They could win a concours and collectors covet these vehicles which represent high investment potential. Our classic inventory receives an overall condition score of 3 or 4 and we would classify these as fun driver quality vehicles that people can enjoy and represent solid investments. These look terrific with excellent mechanicals and may be older restorations with some evidence of prior repair. Our opportunity inventory receives an overall condition score of 1 or 2 and make great project cars. These cars may be older with evidence of prior repairs.
About Us
Central Classic Cars is the largest Vintage VW dealer in the country. We specialize in buying, selling, restoring, and servicing these wonderful pieces of history. We have customers who call from all parts of the country and beyond. In addition to buying Volkswagens, we pay cash for all other makes focusing on sports cars from the 50’s 60’s 70’s and 80’s especially old Porsche’s. All our vehicles go through a safety inspection which is available to be viewed prior to purchase. If you are interested in buying or selling a car of any kind, please feel free to give us a call and we would be glad to take a look. Please also subscribe to our YouTube channel and view of our inventory more interactively on our website CentralClassicCars.com.
Contact John at 419-517-1795 if you'd like to purchase this vehicle.
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Central Classic Cars
Business Hours
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Weekdays:
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Location
8444 Central Ave
Sylvania, OH 43560
Sylvania, OH 43560
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