1970 Ghia, did I get correct motor with it ?

[jedhannan]

Just bought a 1970 Ghia coupe, motor came in pieces. VIN is 1402572098, Chassis # 140-2572098, Engine # D1357837. I am new to Ghias, so any info will help. We are taking the body off to replace the floor pans. It has been a California car, no other rust, why do the pans rot out so badly ?
Thanks,
Jed

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I would be surprised if it is the original motor, very few are.

[mukluk]

If the car was originally a US market car, it would have come with a B6 series 1600SP. D series engines were August 1965 and later 1200cc engines; I'm honestly not sure if those were even an original equipment offering in non-US markets or not in the Ghia.
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1960 Ragtop w/Semaphores "Inga"

[jedhannan]

Thanks for the replies. The motor is not in good condition, so we will pursue buying a rebuilt 1600. We aim to make this a high quality restoration, and plan on having it as 'stock' as possible.

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Well, you certainly live in the correct area of the world to make all that happen, good luck, keep us apraised of your progress with pics.