In 1955 Volkswagen introduced the Type 14 that was built as a 2+2 coupe and convertible using mechanical components were borrowed from the Type 1 Beetle with styling by Luigi Segre of carrozzeria Ghia and coach-built bodywork from Karmann...hence the name Karmann Ghia. Today the Ghia offers an interesting alternative to a common Type 1 Beetle and prices aren't that bad. Find this 1969 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Type 14 offered for $8000 in Zionville, NC. Tip from Rock On!
It would be a struggle to drive a classic aircooled Volkswagen on a daily basis in modern traffic, but I know a few people who somehow manage to do it. But they tell me they can put up with soap box derby acceleration and lack of modern amenities because of the constant positive feelings they get from everybody around. What a load of hooey. Or is it? Find this 1974 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia offered for $8000 in Lakeland, FL via craigslist. Tip from FuelTruck.
In 1954 the sole importer of Porsche cars into the USA was a guy named Max Hoffman, who managed to convince Porsche to offer a low option version of the 356 roadster with a cut down windshield and a thirst for speed. Years later and a 356 Speedster is worth more than small village near Salzburg, but you can still get Speedster style if you are willing to drive something from the wild side. Like this 1969 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia offered for $2,500 in Phoenix, AZ. Tip from FuelTruck.
Riding in a Volkswagen Beetle it is a bit like getting measles, being beaten up under the bleachers, or having a small pox vaccine scar -- you know, one of those terrible American traditions that has slowly disappeared, only to be remembered by old folks. However, if you want that Beetle smell without the frumpy Beetle looks -- you could get the sporty version called the Karmann Ghia that was much cooler looking...albeit slower. Find this 1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia offered for $5,500 in San Carlos, CA via craigslist.
Ever tune into one of those cringe worthy tv shows about botched plastic surgeries? Our subject below may give off the same vibe to some of you. They say beauty is in the eye of the beholder or DT reader. Is this car a Mona Lisa or more like The Kramer? Find this 1986 VW Karmann Ghia for sale in Lorain, OH for $4,000 via craigslist.
If you've been pondering membership in the European classic car scene but are stymied by prices for a decent road worthy specimen, you can't go wrong with a Karmann Ghia. The Italian penned German engineered 2+2 will whisk you around in style demanding only minor maintenance and attention. As an added bonus, the diverse bloodline earns embracement at virtually any cars & coffee event on the planet. Find this 1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia for sale in San Fernando Valley, CA for $9,500 via craigslist.
When Volkswagen decided to diversify their product portfolio in the mid 1950s they did so with the help of Luigi Segre from carrozzeria Ghia and hand built bodywork from karosseriebauer Karmann. The result was a stylish coupe that used styling themes that Ghia had previously explored with Chrysler and Studebaker mated to the simple Beetle floorpan. It was a such a good looking car (for something from the 1950s) that even Virgil Exner claimed some credit for the design -- and it does look like a 5/8ths scale Chrysler D'Elegance. Find this 1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Type 14 offered for $8,000 in San Carlos, CA via craigslist. Tip from Kaibeezy.
Find this 1971 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia here on eBay bidding for $3,550 with auction ending Saturday at 8:36AM Pacific.
This next car is offered at a premium asking price, and you know I'm never keen on paying a premium for anything...but...BUT...wow...this just might be worth the price of admission, particularly if you are a fan of the Karmann coach built body (with styling by Ghia) mounted on Beetle oily bits. Find this 1966 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Type 14 offered for $17,990 in West Los Angeles, CA via craigslist. 
The Type 14 Karmann Ghia was sold from 1955-1974 using VW Beetle Type 1
chassis/engine, styling by Luigi Segre of Carrozzeria Ghia and a hand built body by German
coach-builder Karmann. Today's Type 14 comes as a seller submission from DT reader Tim who writes: Last night I bought a 73 914 with a 2.4 4 , pretty sick old man, eh? Find this 1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Type 14 offered for $12,000 in Capitola, CA via craigslist.
The Type 14 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia used a unique combination of Karmann built sheet metal, General Motor's first generation F-body Camaro and Ford's Mustang II and ...wait...what? You say the Karmann Ghia isn't based on an updated '57 Chevy platform...somebody better tell this guy. Find this 1968 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia here on eBay
bidding for $3,550 reserve-not-met with 3 days to go, located in Sheffield Lake, OH.
The previous Karmann Ghia was perhaps not up to the typical standard of value that we are used to around here, so I'd like present this next Type 14 as an 
bidding for $3,250 reserve-not-met located in Dayton, OH with 2 days to go.
This next car is a bit of a project...actually it is a whole bunch of little projects, but who here doesn't love to spend his weekends up to the elbows in grease? Exactly. Anyway, the seller in this next craigslist employs some creative spelling for this Type 14, but a good deal is good deal...unless it isn't. Find this 1970 Volkswagen "Karmannguia" Type 14 offered for $3,500 in San Diego, CA via craigslist.
Volkswagen's Type 34 Karmann Ghia coupe was the lesser-known cousin of the Type 14 (otherwise known as the Karmann Ghia that everyone knows and loves...and just what the heck is this angry looking thing?). Based on the Type 3 platform, the Type 34 was a slightly more evolved version of the idea of an aircooled Volkswagen that looked like a sports car, even if it still drove like a Beetle. But what if you could drive one without the requisite VW emissions guilt? Who will fill the market niche with an all-electric Type 34 Ghia?!? Fear not - we found it! Check out this 1963 Volkswagen Type 34 electric conversion for sale in Durham, NC for $7,000 via TheSamba.com classifieds.
The Volkswagen Type 14 Karmann Ghia was built as a 2+2 coupe and convertible from 1955 to 1974. The mechanical components were borrowed from the Type 1 Beetle with styling by Luigi Segre of carrozzeria Ghia and coach-built bodywork from Karmann. Today's Karmann Ghia features a de-bumpered look, a bigger engine and a set of Tesla jump seats in the rear. Find this 1972 Karmann Ghia Convertible Type 14 offered for $9,000 in Palo Alto, CA via craigslist. Tip from Kaibeezy.
