1964 Karmann Ghia – Body‑Off Restoration – 2330cc (with A/C)-34,000Km since resto.
Offered for sale is an exceptional 1964 Karmann Ghia. Conceived as a forever car, this Ghia blends period‑correct elegance with discreet, high‑quality performance upgrades, all executed by respected specialists. The result is a classic that delivers the charm of the original design with modern reliability, drivability, and genuine fun.
This is far more than a cosmetic restoration. Every component has been rebuilt, upgraded, or replaced with longevity and engineering in mind. Although the restoration is older, the car has been used lightly as a weekend driver and has been continually maintained and refined.
Anyone who understands what it takes to build a car like this will recognise the dollars represented here. We are shopping for an offroad caravan, so it's time to sell.
Serious buyers only. Test drives available after inspection, proof of funds and deposit.
Body & Chassis
Full body‑off restoration with all new rubber seals
Floor pan replaced and reinforced with additional strengthening beams
California car, body dipped at Minus Paint — described by the shop owner as “the cleanest, straightest VW body I had ever seen”
Aluminium Carbo Mastic (rust inhibitor) applied throughout (doors, bonnet, decklid, rocker panels)
Full Dynamat sound deadening
All chrome professionally refinished to a high standard
The car had a full clear respray in 2023
Engine & Fuel System
Mild, reliable 2330cc engine producing approx. 140hp and mountains of torque (in a ~900 kg car)
Engineered by a respected SA VW/Porsche specialist for strength, torque, and longevity
Genuine Italian Weber 48 IDF carburettors, recently rebuilt and cleaned
Choice of tuned velocity stacks with pod filters or chrome air cleaners (currently fitted)
Big‑bore fuel lines with Inline fuel filters
Electric fuel pump with oil‑pressure safety switch with interior override (useful after long periods parked)
Gene Berg dynamically balanced race fan
Modified heater boxes that retains cabin heat while also running a tucked 1 & 5/8 in. merged stainless exhaust, a rare and desirable combination-works very well
Oil System
Deep sump for increased oil capacity and improved cooling
Remote oil cooler
Remote oil filter
Air Conditioning
Bespoke A/C system (9k) engineered by respected SA VW/Porsche specialist:
Custom compressor bracket
Front condenser with fabricated aluminium shroud, wiring, lined, etc.
System works very well
Ignition
PerTronix electronic ignition
Professionally Dyna‑mapped, jetted, and tuned by a leading SA VW/Porsche specialist
Electrics
Complete replacement of all wiring for 12V conversion
Optima Dry Cell battery with cut‑off switch- on battery tender
German Bosch incandescent front globes for period‑correct appearance
Discreet but bright LED indicators, brake lights, running lights, and licence plate lights
Suspension & Steering
Lowered rear suspension, front beam with Sway‑A‑Way adjusters-both can easily be reverted to stock
Car is not too low, very drivable, direct & speed bumps- no worries
Urethane bushings
Braking System
Later‑model VW front disc brakes
Later‑model VW rear drums with double the swept area
Transmission
Gearbox rebuilt with a focus on strength, efficiency, and long‑term reliability
Heavy‑duty Rhino gearbox mounts
Serviced with fresh Red Line gearbox oil
Scat shifter, shifts great!
Glass
All glass professionally polished by Complete Windscreens ($1200)
Subtle light tint
Modern, safety‑rated windscreen
All high quality WCM rubbers
Wheels & Tires
Chrome 356‑style replica wheels with polished spun stainless hubcaps/enamel Wolfsburg emblems
Rear: Michelin Energy 195/65 R15
Front: new Michelin Energy 175/65 R15
Interior
New headliner
New carpet
Refreshed seats
Bluetooth phone system with dedicated speaker
Stereo integrated in glovebox with removable speakers front and rear
Baby seat mounts and yes, we did!
Various spare parts, tools, books, and receipts included