Volkswagen Karmann 2015

1 Previous Owner, 1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia. One of the very best. Stunning restoration and condition throughout.Vehicle HistoryRegistered in California in 1970Chassis No 1412937151One previous Owner (in California)Purchased by previous owner 1st October 2015Registration KGR464 (Private plate not included with sale but available separately on request).Californian Back StoryThe one owner was purported to have purchased the vehicle new and shortly after purchase seized the engine due to lack of lubrication. Volkswagen wanted to charge for a new engine, he refused and put the car in his garage for most of its life before it was imported to the UK.Purchase / RestorationPurchased from Martin McGarry in Mansfield. Martin is one of the most respected and well known Karmann Ghia restorers in the entire UK. Martin completed the majority of the restoration faithful to and maintaining the Original Factory Specification with the exceptions as outlined below. The cost of Martin McGarrys part of the basic Restoration was £23,750.Martin produced a Photo album of the vehicle restoration from bare metal. The photo album is available for inspection. It provides definitive evidence of a very good original shell from which the project started. The beautiful paint finish is now 8 years on with no evidence whatsoever of any rust or degradation, a testament to the integrity of the shell from which we started.Everything is working right down to the original clock !Mileage October 2015 : 3364 MilesMileage since being in the UK 2,000 Miles OnlyIndicated Mileage Now: 5,230 Miles (Recent MoTs provide traceability)Vehicle DescriptionColour Bavia Red (original Colour)Interior Black Basket Weave (Original Spec)Body Totally Original except new for Stainless Steel BumpersOwners Manual in Original Cellophane Wrapper1600 Twin Port Engine Fitted Piece Part Level Custom Rebuild Split Crankcase / Crankshaft up Restoration / Rebuild Stainless Steel BumpersAlternator Replaced Dynamo120 AH BatteryBattery Isolator Switch Fitted Mounted in Rear Seat Kick Panel behind Drivers SeatExtra Heavy Duty Wiring runs to and from original Engine Bay Mounted Battery LocationThis prevents the battery from being drained while the car is parked up.In turn, the car can be started even if it is left for many weeks or even monthsScorpion Alarm Professionally Fitted Engine Isolator + Door Contacts + Ultrasonic SensorsElectric Washer Pump Was PneumaticInertia Reel Seat Belts Were StaticHeated Rear Window AddedLaminated Glass Windscreen Replaced Toughened GlassBitumen Damper (Adhesive) Mat Sound Proofing Installed throughout the entire Bare Metal Floor pan during restoration.Radically Reduces Low Frequency Interior Road and Engine Noise Blaupunkt Radio Installed Authentic Original Period RadioHirshmann Radio Antenna installed Flush Fitting Wing Mount AntennaLED Tail and Indicator Light Bulbs Fitted Safety Upgrade Much brighter Long LifeRHD Lights100% Brand New Parts Fitted During RestorationNote: Best Possible Quality parts available researched / sourced in every instance Genuine German Parts sourced where possibleEngine Ancillaries, Carburettor, Dist, Pump etcAlternator UpgradeExhaustClutchGear Linkages and BushesBrake Callipers/Discs/PadsMaster CylinderBrake Metal PipesBrake Flexi PipesFuel TankFuel Tank Inlet PipesFuel Tank Breather and Ventilation PipesFuel Tank SenderFuel Line Flexible Pipes Ethanol CompatibleFull Interior New TrimBasket Weave Seat CoveringsNew CarpetsNew Door CardsNew HeadliningBumpers Highest Quality Stainless SteelGlass Front & Rear Windscreen & HRW (Side glass original)Shock AbsorbersSteering DamperBall Joints and BootsInertia Reel Seat BeltHirshmann AntennaIndicator Stalk / Light Flasher Switch Horn ButtonDoor and Bonnet SealsTyresMoTs together with all invoices etc paperwork available for inspection.A stunningly beautiful Car in amazing condition. Comes fully MOTd and freshly serviced. You will struggle to find a better KG. Delivery anywhere.