Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia Coupe Type-1
Overview
| Produced: |
1954-1974, 364401 produced. ((all coupes)) |
|---|---|
| Types: |
Coupe,2 doors, 2+2 seats |
The Karmann-Ghia was built in great numbers. The majority were coupes. The cars were built on unmodified Beetle running gear that were constantly improved. The Karmann-Ghia convertible was launched two years after the coupe, in 1957.
The Karmann-Ghia appears to be a smaller version of the Chrysler d'Elegance concept car designed by Virgil Exner in 1953 but the head of Ghia, Luigi Segre, claims the honour.
Buyers Guide VW Karman featured in Practical Classics April 2004 – available from our sister site Bookbase. Click Here to view.
Source: Motorbase
Engines
| Capacity | Config | Model | Bore/Stroke | CR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1192cc | H4 OHV | VW Flat 4 (Type I) | 77mm x 64mm | |
| 1285cc | H4 OHV | VW Flat 4 (Type I) | 78mm x 70mm | |
| 1493cc | H4 OHV | VW Flat 4 (Type I) | 83mm x 69mm | |
| 1584cc | H4 OHV | VW Flat 4 (Type I) | 85mm x 69mm |
Drivetrain and Suspension
| Drivetrain | Steering | Front Suspension | Rear Suspension |
|---|---|---|---|
| Worm | Independent/Torsion bar | Independent/Torsion bar |
Performance
| Top Speed | 0-60 | SQM | MPG | Engine Pwr | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 77 mph | 34 bhp | 1192cc engine |
Auction Sales History
Books
| ISBN | Title | Publisher | Buy this book |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0948207434 | VW Karmann Ghia 1955-82 | Brooklands Books |
Magazine Articles
| Title | Pages | Options | ||
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| Article |
Buying Guide - 1955-74 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia |
98 |
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| Publication | Classic Cars September 2010 | |||
| Buying Guide - 1955-74 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia - This timeless classic has the advantage and disadvantage of being a Beetle beneath that pretty skin - but don't let that put you off. | ||||
| Article |
Cradle To Grave - Changing Ghia - Karman Ghia |
44 |
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| Publication | Practical Classics December 2002 | |||
| Changing Ghia - Add a curvy coachbuilt body to the underpinnings of the world's most successful automobile and you've got a recipe for success. Nigel Boothman gets into the car, man. | ||||
| Article |
Buyer's Datafile VW Karmann GHIA |
164 |
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| Publication | Practical Classics November 1997 | |||
| Buyer's Datafile VW Karmann GHIA. | ||||
| Article |
Rich man's Beetle or poor man's Porsche? |
120 |
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| Publication | Classic & Sports Car September 2011 | |||
| Rich man's Beetle or poor man's Porsche? - It's air-cooled, rear-engined and German, but the Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia sits in the shadows behind its exalted siblings. Martin port reckons that it deserves a place in the sun. | ||||
| Article |
Top down and tail happy |
44 |
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| Publication | Classics Monthly October 2005 | |||
| Top down and tail happy - The Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia gave a touch of glamour to the people's car in Germany. The Renault Floride did the same in France. Mark Robinson takes a look at two stylish continental cabriolet cruisers that aren't quite as exotic as they look. | ||||
| Article |
Buyer's Guide - VW Karmann Ghia |
94 |
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| Publication | Classics June 2004 | |||
| Buyer's Guide - VW Karmann Ghia - Our experts guide you through the minefield of finding the perfect classic. | ||||
| Article |
St Emmo's fire |
110 |
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| Publication | Classic & Sports Car February 2003 | |||
| St Emmo's fire - This Porsche-powered silhouette Karmann Ghia was built in Brazil and raced by Fittipaldi: Malcolm McKay tries it. Karmann Ghia | ||||
| Article |
Show stoppers |
110 |
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| Publication | Classic & Sports Car October 2001 | |||
| Show Stoppers - Are the Renault Caravelle, VW Karmann-Ghia and Volvo 1800S all front and no substance? Alastair Clements decides which plays the lead. | ||||
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