Name: 1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia
Brand: Volkswagen
Price: 89000 AED
Availability: LimitedAvailability

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AED 89,000

1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia — primary vehicle image

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Few classics are as immediately cheerful as the Volkswagen Karmann Ghia. Combining Italian-inspired styling with simple Volkswagen mechanicals, the Karmann Ghia offers an approachable and distinctive route into classic open-top motoring. This 1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia Convertible is finished in a vibrant orange over a black interior, complemented by a black folding soft top, chrome bumpers and original-style steel wheels with polished Volkswagen hubcaps. Power comes from Volkswagen’s familiar air-cooled flat-four engine, paired with a four-speed manual transmission. The engine compartment appears complete and retains a largely factory-style layout, making the car simple, characterful and easy to understand. The exterior presents attractively and has the unmistakable flowing profile that makes the Karmann Ghia so distinctive. Chrome trim, slim body mouldings and a rear luggage rack complete the period look. The paint shows normal age and some localised corrosion is visible around selected lower-body areas, consistent with an enjoyed driver rather than a freshly restored show car. Inside, the black cabin retains its simple twin-dial dashboard, manual floor shifter and original-style seating. The seats, steering wheel and carpeting show light age, but the interior remains complete, usable and full of classic Volkswagen charm. The front luggage compartment retains its fuel tank and original-style layout, with visible surface oxidation and aged wiring that may be improved over time. This Karmann Ghia is best viewed as a charming, usable driver-quality classic rather than a concours restoration. Its bright color, convertible body and simple mechanical specification make it an ideal weekend car for someone entering classic ownership or simply looking for something with genuine personality.

Specifications

CRU Reference: 2026-0021
Year: 1973
Make: Volkswagon
Model: Karmann Ghia
Body Style: Convertible
Engine: Air Cooled flat Four
Transmission: 4 - Speed manual
Exterior Colour: Orange
Interior: Black
Mileage: 12000 (Unverified)
Fuel Type: Gasoline

Curated by CRU Research Desk

CRU Collector Assessment

Condition 6/10: Good; An attractive and complete driver with strong exterior presence, a tidy mechanical layout and selected cosmetic areas that can be improved over time.
Collectibility 6/10: Desirable; The Karmann Ghia combines timeless styling with simple Volkswagen engineering, giving it enduring appeal among classic-car enthusiasts.
Rarity 7/10: Scarce; he convertible body and distinctive coachbuilt design make this a less commonly encountered and particularly charming Volkswagen classic.
Originality 7/10: Highly Original; The car retains its air-cooled drivetrain, manual transmission, classic cabin layout, original-style wheels and largely period-correct presentation.

Scores reflect CRU's assessment based on available information, seller representations, and supplied documentation. They are not guarantees of condition or value.

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