Rare Excellent Original Condition 1963 Karmann Ghia on 2040-cars
Englewood, Colorado, United States
Engine:dual port, rebuilt 1600 cc.
Body Type:Coupe
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Exterior Color: white, original color
Make: Volkswagen
Interior Color: white and orange, original colors
Model: Karmann Ghia
Number of Cylinders: 4
Trim: Base
Drive Type: 4 spd. manual
Mileage: 63,300
Sub Model: 2 door coupe
this all original( updated engine), colorado ghia has been thoroughly redone in 2011 as i ran it at bonnevilles speed week under vw class. the body is all original. there are a few dings and small amount of surface rust under rear quarter panels, but body is really in great original condition.
engine- rebuilt 1600 dual port with 12 v. system; new exhaust and muffler. battery is brand new optima which has been moved up front for racing.
radio- brand new 12v radio, cd player with custom built -in speakers .
gas tank removed, cleaned, new screen and fuel and vent lines. new fuel pump.
wiper motor rebuilt, new arms and blades.
tires- brand new 165HR15 vredestein sprint classics, new 185R15 v-sp classic rib, hr on 4 powder-coated bug rims.
rear end- completely rebuilt with urethane spring plate bushings, shift coupler, bilstein rear shocks, tranny mount, german throw out bearing, axle seals and boots.
front end also totally rebuilt- european king and link pins, trailing arm seals, sway bar, urethane mounts, coupler, steering column, bilstein front shocks, cofap steering dampner,
new tie rod ends
german 3 pt. seatbelts(2)
front and rear hood seals
battery hold down box and strap
brakes- total rebuild with stainless steel flex brake lines, varga master and wheel cylinders, new shoes.
all work done here locally by master german mechanic. have receipts for almost all work!
car looks and runs great. interior is also all original and does show it. that is only area i have not done any work on. drivers seat needs new springs, but all upholstery is in good condition. same with side door panels- all there but needs some refreshing!
it also comes with origianl 36 hp. engine!!
i have owned car for 9 years, bought it from little ol lady here in evergreen colorado who was original owner. car has never left state and has low miles on it!
i will be able to transport it anywhere in states for you.
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