Volkswagen 1500/1600 Karmann Ghia (type 3)
Overview
| Produced: |
1961-1965, 42563 produced. (1500) 1965-1969 (1600) |
|---|---|
| Types: |
Coupe,2 doors |
Engines
| Capacity | Config | Model | Bore/Stroke | CR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 87 mph | 19.1 s | 54 bhp | 1493cc engine |
Auction Sales History
| Lot Num |
Description | Auctioneer | Date | Hammer Price | Hammer Price (inc premium) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 371 | Volkswagen Type 2 Kombi Microbus Project | Bonhams | 30 Apr 2012 | £4500.00 | £5175.00 |
| 283 | Volkswagen Type 2 Panel Van | Bonhams | 15 Aug 2010 | Not sold | |
| 120 | Volkswagen Type 2 Panel Van | Coys | 23 May 2010 | - | £17000.00 |
| 154 | Volkswagen Type 2 Microbus de Luxe (1969) | Bonhams | 17 May 2003 | €10500.00 | - |
| 203A | Volkswagen 2-AXLE Rigid (1967) | RTS Auctions Ltd | 24 Oct 1999 | £675.00 | - |
| 210 | Volkswagen Kubelwagen Jeep (1969) | RTS Auctions Ltd | 11 Jan 1998 | £525.00 | - |
| 020 | Volkswagen Two Door Sedan (1965) | Christies | 7 Sep 1996 | - | $575.00 |
| 096 | Volkswagen (1969) | Sothebys | 17 Jun 1995 | - | $1250.00 |
| 016 | Volkswagen Dune Buggy Si (1961) | Sothebys | 17 Jun 1995 | - | $17250.00 |
| 097 | Volkswagen (1968) | Sothebys | 17 Jun 1995 | - | $690.00 |
Magazine Articles
| Title | Pages | Options | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Article |
Buying Guide - 1955-74 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia |
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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 |
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 |
Buying Power - Volkswagen Karmann Ghia |
28 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Weekly 2 November 2006 | |||
| Buying Power - Volkswagen Karmann Ghia - With Italian style and German build quality, all the Karmann Ghia really lacks is the power to match its looks. JAMES PEENE examines the housewife's Porsche. | ||||
| Article |
Buying Power - VW Type 3 |
24 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Weekly 7 July 2005 | |||
| Buying Power - VW Type 3 - Love the bug but need a more room? With a choice of three different styles to choose from, the Type 3 could well be the answer. James Peene tells all. | ||||
| 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. | ||||
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