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Est: £18,000 - £22,000
1960 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Coupé (143)
United Kingdom • 29 Aug 2026 • Lot 579
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1960 Karmann Ghia Type 14 Coupe, finished in Paprika Red with a Charcoal roof, features a 1192cc engine and LHD steering.
It underwent a sympathetic preservation restoration in 2019, retaining original paintwork where possible, and comes with import documents and restoration invoices.
Condition
7
Preservation restoration implies good condition.
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Manual
Transmission:
3085658
Chassis No:
Odometer:
[Odometer Reading]
970 XVP
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
LHD
The Karmann Ghia was a true exercise in automotive synergy, involving Volkswagen, Carrozzeria Ghia and coachbuilder Karmann
The 1960 model introduced an updated 1,192cc air-cooled boxer engine, boosting power output slightly to c.36bhp
Completed in May 1960, this left-hand drive Type 14 coupé was specified in Paprika Red (code L452) with body-coloured interior features and Stone Beige upholstery.
The exterior was complemented by a contrasting Charcoal roof section, chromed front and rear bumpers, and Deco strips along the flanks
It was ordered from new with options M355 US Equipment, M139 Sealed beam headlamps and red rear lamp lenses, and M951 Ram protection
Imported to the UK in 2019 and later registered with the DVLA in July 2021
In 2019, the car received a sympathetic preservation restoration by leading marque specialist Stephen Nolan of Wolfsburg VW, attending to the body and chassis, but with the aim of retaining as much of the original paintwork as possible
Subsequently, var...
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£3,444
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£14,905
Median Price (Since 2020)
£94,956
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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