Showing posts with label Type 14. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Type 14. Show all posts

Saturday, March 16, 2019

Not Another Beetle: 1969 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Type 14

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!


Monday, September 4, 2017

Karma Getter: 1974 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Type 14

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.



Saturday, July 1, 2017

Body Positivity: 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia Type 14

I'm not one of those people who actually likes to see rust on a car and raves about the patina...but there is something cool about an unrestored classic - flaws and all.  Like this 1969 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia offered for $6,200 in Billings, MT via craigslist.  Tip from FuelTruck.

 

Wednesday, December 14, 2016

Cool Beetle Dude: 1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia


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.


Thursday, May 26, 2016

Fat Chick: 1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Type 14

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.


Saturday, January 30, 2016

Turbo-Bestie: 1966 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Type 14


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.


Thursday, November 5, 2015

Seller Submission: 1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Type 14


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.


Thursday, October 22, 2015

Karmannguia: 1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Type 14

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.


Friday, April 18, 2014

10k: Tesla Seats: 1972 Karmann Ghia Convertible Type 14

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.


Tuesday, November 19, 2013

DTO: Gila Monster: 1967 Volkswagen Karmann Gia Type 14, Vette Suspension, Ford 5.0 V8


Rumor has it there is some sort of virus going around that makes people put their favorite classic car body on top of a tube frame and power the result by an 80s Ford V8.  The thrice painted BMW 2002 Cobra  featured a few weeks back finally has a competitor for the "what is hiding under that sheet metal" competition.  Find this 1967 Volkswagen Karmann Gia Type 14 with Covette Suspension & Ford 5.0 V8 for sale in Salem, OH for $26,500 via craigslist.