The VW Karmann Ghia, a 2+2 coupe and convertible, was produced between 1955 and 1974 based on the Beetle. The automaker approached Karmann (coachbuilder) and Ghia for a timeless design.

Largely hand-built, the Karmann Ghia was expensive, at about twice the cost of a standard 1500 sedan. Production amounted to 42,498 between 1961 and 1969, a fraction of the Type 1 Ghia’s run.

VW responded with a new, razor-edged Ghia based on the Type III, known as the Type 34 (or just Type III, or 1500/1600) Karmann-Ghia. These were never as popular as the original, but they were ...

The Type 14 Karmann Ghia was produced from 1955 to 1974 and sold in many important markets, including the US. It was available as a two-door coupe or a convertible, introduced in 1957.

According to him, he “bought the car for $3000 and the body was in almost the same shape it is now, which was good. However everything else was bad: rats nests on the interior, and horrible air ...

1959 VW Karmann Ghia Coupe Is Today's Bring a Trailer Auction Pick The Volkswagen classic is up for sale until November 29. By Brendan McAleer Published: Nov 24, 2024 Save Article ...