Not Sold (Est: £25,000 - £30,000)
1963 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Convertible An exceptional example, subject to a full restoration
United Kingdom • 26 Apr 2026 • Lot 34
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1963 Karmann Ghia Convertible has been fully restored and features several upgrades, including a larger 2.0-liter engine with twin Weber carburetors and disc brakes. The car is described as 'well dialled in' and ready for immediate use, making it an appealing example for enthusiasts of classic open-top motoring.
Condition
8
The car is described as being in very good condition overall, with an attractive exterior, tidy interior, and a mohair hood in good order. It benefits from a full restoration, larger capacity engine, and disc brakes, suggesting it has been well-maintained. While the interior has been retrimmed and features an aftermarket steering wheel, these are described as enhancements. The lack of specific mention of significant flaws like dents or paint damage supports a rating of 8.
/ 10
[Transmission]
Transmission:
5512313
Chassis No:
Odometer:
66,000 miles
ANV 159A
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
[RHD/LHD]
MOT – Exempt Finished in an attractive shade of light blue and presented with a contrasting light interior, this elegant open-top example offers a charming combination of style, usability and careful restoration.
The vendor informs us that this 1963 example is a particularly well-sorted car, described as ‘well dialled in’ and driving superbly.
Power is provided by a larger capacity 2.0-litre engine fitted with twin Weber 40 carburettors, which we are advised pulls strongly and enhances the driving experience.
The car further benefits from disc brakes all round, offering improved stopping performance.
Externally, the car presents very well, while the mohair hood is said to be in good order.
Inside, the cabin is notably tidy, having been retrimmed in black vinyl at some stage, and is complemented by an Empi GTV steering wheel, adding a subtle period-correct sporting touch.
Overall, this is described as a very usable and enjoyable example, ready for immediate use.
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Points of note
£2,359
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£20,947
Median Price (Since 2020)
£99,986
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Dec 01 2020
Latest MOT Mileage
52,328 miles
Registration Date
1963-12-31
MOT History
Passed
On Dec 02 2019 with 52,328 miles
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