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1959 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Coupe
United States • 17 Aug 2026
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This 1959 "Lowlight" Karmann Ghia coupe has seen a multi-year restoration and presents in red with a beige and brown interior, powered by a 1.2L flat-four and four-speed manual. It comes with a VW Classic Parts Certificate and show awards, but has some noted minor mechanical and cosmetic issues from its restoration.
Condition
7
The car has undergone a multi-year restoration and has received show awards. However, there are noted issues such as a previous repair on the right fender, heater control cables not being connected, fresh air vent controls requiring adjustment, turn signals not self-canceling, a decklid latch requiring adjustment, occasional difficulty downshifting into second gear, and an ongoing leak from the axle retainer plate. These indicate it's in very good condition but not excellent or above.
/ 10
Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
2187390
Odometer:
3,500 miles
Reg Number:
[Reg Number]
RHD/LHD:
LHD
Air-Cooled 1.2L Flat-Four Six-Volt Electrical System Single Solex Carburetor Four-Speed Manual Transaxle Red Paint Beige & Brown Upholstery Drum Brakes 15" Steel Wheels Euro-Style Bumpers US-Spec Taillights Coco Floor Mats Crank Windows VW Classic Parts Certificate Show Awards
This 1959 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is a “Lowlight” coupe that was initially delivered in Germany, and is said to have spent time in Montana and California before the seller’s acquisition in 2019.
The car underwent a multi-year restoration spanning previous and current ownership.
Finished in red over beige and brown upholstery, it is powered by an air-cooled 1.2L flat-four paired with a four-speed manual transaxle.
Equipment includes a six-volt electrical system, a single downdraft carburetor, drum brakes, 15″ steel wheels, Euro-style chrome bumpers, US-spec taillights, Coco floor mats, and crank windows.
This Karmann Ghia coupe is offered with a Volkswagen Classic Parts Certificate, show awards, and a Connect...
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£3,444
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£14,905
Median Price (Since 2020)
£94,956
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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