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what should i look for when buying a karmann ghia

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wacked1 Custom Title Time!

1,508 posts · joined Jul 2003 ·

#321107
it's a 64 convert what should we look for???
cheers
wacked1

update

just found out it's not orig vert
bummer still what should i look for

[Edited on 18/3/2005 by wacked1]
YOU HAVE JUST BEEN DAKED
don't worry it's a VW thing

Che Castro ankle straps

1,945 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#321154
rust! All the usual places, sills, pillars Check for repairs in the nose, you can get a good look from inside the boot.

Original verts would have had a Karmann folding convertible top which would be nearly impossible to replicate. Fakes would be dodgy vinyl roofs that fix on with buttons or something.
Jon

wacked1 Custom Title Time!

1,508 posts · joined Jul 2003 ·

#321269
thanks jon
YOU HAVE JUST BEEN DAKED
don't worry it's a VW thing

Yogie Moderator Custom Title Time!

1,608 posts · joined Jun 2003 ·

#321358
Originals also have a glass rear window that is hinged at the bottom and have a release catch in the centre of the top of the glass. You undo the catch and let the glass fold down so you can open the roof.

Yogie

LOWBUG Insano Dub Head

738 posts · joined Jul 2003 ·

#321362
People who will rip you off

Dasdubber DAS Resto Haus

5,746 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#321370
Lots of money 😉

I am sorry, I just couldn't resist. My friend has a 61 KG but it was restored already so not sure what problem areas to look out for....wish I could be of more help!

I know you want to have a good look inside the nose because once hit they are supposedly very hard to get straight again.
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vw54 Administrator Always Waiting 4 Friday

16,723 posts · joined Aug 2002 ·

#321412
RUST and lots of money in your pocket.

ghias consist of 3 panels in the cross section of the body work..... this traps moisture whuch creats RUST

Make sure all the trinkets are there eg bumpers taillights, headlights seats,

stay away from a converted convertable
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LOWBUG Insano Dub Head

738 posts · joined Jul 2003 ·

#321524
You see Dave knows...........oh hale Dave