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The Karmann Ghia was shown as a concept at the 1954 Paris Auto Show. It was internally designated as the 'Type 14' and it wore styling by Ghia's Luigi Serge. The Karmann-built coupe was positioned to be a halo car for Volkswagen, with a modern design and desirable amenities. It was given a widened version of the Type 1 Beetle platform and remained in production from 1955 through 1974, with over 450,000 examples built during that time. Bodystyles included a Coupe and Cabriolet version.
This particular example was purchased by the current owner from a long-term owner in Newport Beach, California. The engine is a 1192cc flat 4-cylinder unit fitted with a single Solex carburetor and offering 34 horsepower. There is a four-speed manual transmission and four-wheel hydraulic drum brakes.By Daniel Vaughan | Feb 2015
This particular example was purchased by the current owner from a long-term owner in Newport Beach, California. The engine is a 1192cc flat 4-cylinder unit fitted with a single Solex carburetor and offering 34 horsepower. There is a four-speed manual transmission and four-wheel hydraulic drum brakes.By Daniel Vaughan | Feb 2015
2018 Gooding & Company : Scottsdale, Az.
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $35,000-USD $45,000
Sale Price :
USD $37,400
2015 Gooding & Company - Arizona
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $35,000-USD $55,000
Sale Price :
USD $37,400
1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
(Data based on Model Year 1963 sales)
| 1963 Volkswagen Type 34 Karmann Ghia Chassis#: 0190729 Sold for USD$23,100 2021 Mecum : Monterey |   |
| 1963 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Sold for USD$14,850 2021 Mecum : Tulsa | |
| 1963 VOLKSWAGEN KARMANN GHIA Chassis#: 4858403 Sold for USD$26,950 2018 Barrett-Jackson : Palm Beach | |
| 1963 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Chassis#: 5287401 Sold for USD$37,400 2018 Gooding & Company : Scottsdale, Az. |   |
| 1963 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Convertible Sold for USD$4,000 2017 Mecum : Harrisburg | |
| 1963 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Chassis#: 5287401 Sold for USD$37,400 2015 Gooding & Company - Arizona | |
| 1963 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Two Door Coupe Sold for USD$6,000 2011 Leake Car Auctions - Oklahoma City, Ok | |
| 1963 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Type 34 Sold for USD$17,500 2010 Mecum - Kissimee Auction | |
| 1963 VOLKSWAGEN KARMANN GHIA CONVERTIBLE Sold for USD$18,150 2010 Barrett-Jackson - Scottsdale 2010 | |
| 1963 VOLKSWAGEN KARMANN GHIA Sold for USD$12,000 2009 Silver Auction - Hot August Nights | |
| 1963 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Coupe Sold for USD$12,000 2009 Mecum - Kissimmee, FL Auction | |
| 1963 Volkswagen KARMANN GHIA CVTBL Sold for USD$9,300 2008 Palm Springs Exotic Car Auctions - February 2008 | |
| 1963 Volkswagen KARMANN GHIA Sold for USD$13,000 2007 Palm Springs Exotic Car Auctions - November 18, 2007 |
Volkswagen Karmann-Ghias That Failed To Sell At Auction
1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
| Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1963 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Convertible | 2017 Mecum : Harrisburg | ||||
| 1963 VOLKSWAGEN KARMANN GHIA | 2013 McCormick's Palm Springs # 55 | $4,750 |
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