1969 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Convertible Type 14 California Car Stored 26 Years on 2040-cars
Sonoma, California, United States
1969 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Convertible Type 1493K Mile, California Car. Stored 26 Years......please be patient while the many photos load.....1969 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Convertible Type 14 for sale in Sonoma California. Stored inside family warehouse since 1987. Prior to entering it's 26 year rest it had been repainted and a new top was installed. I believe that the 93k miles showing are likely correct yet cannot be sure. All mechanical systems recently gone through to make the car a reliable, long-distance or daily driver. New tires also installed. Strong compression, excellent shifting and acceleration; brakes, steering all in full working order. Original equipment in correct working order including the clock. Original Sapphire X radio does not turn on but we will see if this can be remedied prior to sale. Original white interior was discolored after 45 years so we replaced the front and rear seat covers and door panels. Carpet is original. This is a good driver-quality, mostly original California car with plenty of appeal and room to improve if someone so desires. Or just enjoy exactly as-is. There are another 110 pictures in addition to what you see here as well as video so you can see and hear her run. See the link at the bottom of the page following these first 50 images. Asking price listed on our site. Subject to sale at any time. Reasonable offers will be considered. Available only at Left Coast Classics! Direct your inquiries to Donn 707-332-8331 .....because life's too short to drive the wrong car.... Click here if you need assistance importing and shipping this car to Netherlands, Germany, France Also, if you have one car or an entire collection to consign or sell and are anywhere in California, Thank you for visiting!VIN# 1491046403
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