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Marcdeb
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 Posted: Mon May 03, 2021 6:20 pm Post subject: Re: Karmanns & Bring-a-Trailer Auctions |
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Cool car for sure. This will bring some serious money. But it's not for everyone. I would certainly spend some time admiring it if I had the chance to see it in person, but I would never want to own it. There really isn't very much Karmann Ghia left in this one.
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68 Karmann Ghia Cabrio Autostick
71 Karmann Ghia Cabrio
Previously Owned:
2011 VW EOS Hard Top Conv
2008 Saab 9-3 2.0T Conv
2003 Saab 9-3 SE Conv
2001 Saab 9-3 Conv
1998 BMW 3 Series Conv
1997 Saab 900 Conv
1997 Mazda Miata
68 Ghia Vert Survivor with 22,350 miles: https://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=768107&highlight=
71 Ghia Vert Restoration: https://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=726710&postorder=asc |
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Rome
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Joined: June 02, 2004
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Location: Pearl River, NY
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| Posted: Mon May 03, 2021 7:08 pm Post subject: Re: Karmanns & Bring-a-Trailer Auctions |
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| ^ ^ king, this one's truly incredible. Top notch parts and assembly quality details. This one and TheGhiaGirl's anthracite grey stock/restored '64 Coupe from a few months ago would be my top favorites, though completely different "personalities". |
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obus 
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Location: just off Garden State Parkway Exit 81
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Braukuche
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| Posted: Mon May 03, 2021 8:19 pm Post subject: Re: Karmanns & Bring-a-Trailer Auctions |
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Odd that he went with a magnesium case vs aluminum on such a big engine. Lot of issues that might deter really big money, that and the custom color and interior. But all it takes is too guys really wanting it. I think to date the most expensive ghia that has sold on BAT was a custom big engine car...
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1956 Ghia
1959 SO-23 Westfalia
1960 double cab
1960 Baja Bug
1963 stretched double cab
1962 Golde sunroof Ghia
1963 356 B coupe
1963 Notchback
1967 21 window less rusty now |
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Braukuche
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| Posted: Thu May 06, 2021 5:43 pm Post subject: Re: Karmanns & Bring-a-Trailer Auctions |
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The green 74 on BAT sold for $25k. Very fair price for that car.
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1956 Ghia
1959 SO-23 Westfalia
1960 double cab
1960 Baja Bug
1963 stretched double cab
1962 Golde sunroof Ghia
1963 356 B coupe
1963 Notchback
1967 21 window less rusty now |
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kingkarmann
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| Posted: Fri May 07, 2021 8:09 am Post subject: Re: Karmanns & Bring-a-Trailer Auctions |
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| The green 74 on BAT sold for $25k. Very fair price for that car. |
A classmate and I back in the mid 70's were the only two Ghia's in the lot. I had the toasty 67 and he had the immaculate 74 Zambezi Green. Identical to the BAT offering. Sure brought back great memories 
I'm suspecting that $25k might have been his reserve. Seller should be happy!
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dustinp
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| Posted: Fri May 07, 2021 1:59 pm Post subject: Re: Karmanns & Bring-a-Trailer Auctions |
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Hey Gentlemen,
Thanks for all of the candid comments here and on BaT regarding my ‘69. I’ve been pleasantly surprised by the overall positive response it has received. I was actually expecting more haters for molesting such a clean slate, but when you build a car to this level, you don’t want to start with a turd, right?! I Haven’t been on Samba much since I was chasing parts back in 2013-14 and not much of a Social Media/Forums guy these days (used to hang at the cal-look lounge). I was raised in the back seat of a ‘69 pampas yellow Ghia as a pre-teen and never got VWs out of my system! Ironically, this car was also Pampas yellow originally! Just wanted to check in and say hi and thank you! Hoping for a few strong bidders at the finish!  |
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kingkarmann
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| Posted: Fri May 07, 2021 2:50 pm Post subject: Re: Karmanns & Bring-a-Trailer Auctions |
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| dustinp wrote: |
Hey Gentlemen,
Thanks for all of the candid comments here and on BaT regarding my ‘69. I’ve been pleasantly surprised by the overall positive response it has received. I was actually expecting more haters for molesting such a clean slate, but when you build a car to this level, you don’t want to start with a turd, right?! I Haven’t been on Samba much since I was chasing parts back in 2013-14 and not much of a Social Media/Forums guy these days (used to hang at the cal-look lounge). I was raised in the back seat of a ‘69 pampas yellow Ghia as a pre-teen and never got VWs out of my system! Ironically, this car was also Pampas yellow originally! Just wanted to check in and say hi and thank you! Hoping for a few strong bidders at the finish! |
When my wife travels to meets in the Ghia with me she comments on what she calls “Gushers” fawning and tripping over themselves to check out our Ghia. I’m always very flattered and appreciative when they do.
I’m am thoroughly struck by the level of craftsmanship and thoughtfulness you put into your build. It truly is wonderful!
I am curious as to why you are letting it go.
I strongly suspect you are going to be pleasantly surprised by the final price. It deserves top dollar.
Consider me a gusher!
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dustinp
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| Posted: Fri May 07, 2021 5:59 pm Post subject: Re: Karmanns & Bring-a-Trailer Auctions |
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When my wife travels to meets in the Ghia with me she comments on what she calls “Gushers” fawning and tripping over themselves to check out our Ghia. I’m always very flattered and appreciative when they do.
I’m am thoroughly struck by the level of craftsmanship and thoughtfulness you put into your build. It truly is wonderful!
I am curious as to why you are letting it go.
I strongly suspect you are going to be pleasantly surprised by the final price. It deserves top dollar.
Consider me a gusher! |
Didn’t that used to be the first thing people asked?
A loaded question, refill your drink of choice!
We are approaching our retirement dates and plan to join the mass exodus leaving Cali. The next step is to downsize our belongings and begin building out a bare Sprinter Van. Selling the Ghia provides funding towards the buildout while reducing the footprint of my garage. Once settled into our “forever” home, My plan is to build a clean, light, entry level Baja bug to tow behind the Sprinter for trails, fire roads or trips to Walmart for Depends!
I also need to finish my “forever” car, the ‘66 Nova that I bought in ‘97, stripped down in 2008 and sent to paint. That’s when I helped a friend restore ‘69 Savanna beige Beetle that I ended up buying from him and became my first DKP club car. The Nova sat untouched till 2018 (the Ghia was completed in 2015) and is down to brake and fuel plumbing, wiring, sparse interior and final assembly. Now you know more than you wanted!  |
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Braukuche
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| Posted: Sat May 08, 2021 8:57 am Post subject: Re: Karmanns & Bring-a-Trailer Auctions |
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When my wife travels to meets in the Ghia with me she comments on what she calls “Gushers” fawning and tripping over themselves to check out our Ghia. I’m always very flattered and appreciative when they do.
I’m am thoroughly struck by the level of craftsmanship and thoughtfulness you put into your build. It truly is wonderful!
I am curious as to why you are letting it go.
I strongly suspect you are going to be pleasantly surprised by the final price. It deserves top dollar.
Consider me a gusher! |
Didn’t that used to be the first thing people asked?
A loaded question, refill your drink of choice!
We are approaching our retirement dates and plan to join the mass exodus leaving Cali. The next step is to downsize our belongings and begin building out a bare Sprinter Van. Selling the Ghia provides funding towards the buildout while reducing the footprint of my garage. Once settled into our “forever” home, My plan is to build a clean, light, entry level Baja bug to tow behind the Sprinter for trails, fire roads or trips to Walmart for Depends!
I also need to finish my “forever” car, the ‘66 Nova that I bought in ‘97, stripped down in 2008 and sent to paint. That’s when I helped a friend restore ‘69 Savanna beige Beetle that I ended up buying from him and became my first DKP club car. The Nova sat untouched till 2018 (the Ghia was completed in 2015) and is down to brake and fuel plumbing, wiring, sparse interior and final assembly. Now you know more than you wanted! |
Congrats on your upcoming retirement. I made the leap a year ago and have no regrets and have gone car crazier since.
Best of luck on the auction, it’s very well done.
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Retirement is here!
1956 Ghia
1959 SO-23 Westfalia
1960 double cab
1960 Baja Bug
1963 stretched double cab
1962 Golde sunroof Ghia
1963 356 B coupe
1963 Notchback
1967 21 window less rusty now |
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kingkarmann
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| Posted: Mon May 10, 2021 7:28 am Post subject: Re: Karmanns & Bring-a-Trailer Auctions |
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https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1969-volkswagen-...2021-05-10
There's about 7 hours left with almost 12,000 views and just over 800 watchers. I predict this one is going to get slammed out of the park!
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malley56
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| Posted: Mon May 10, 2021 11:05 am Post subject: Re: Karmanns & Bring-a-Trailer Auctions |
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I have my popcorn ready! |
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Braukuche
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| Posted: Mon May 10, 2021 12:48 pm Post subject: Re: Karmanns & Bring-a-Trailer Auctions |
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The record on BAT is around $60k for a Ghia I think.
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1956 Ghia
1959 SO-23 Westfalia
1960 double cab
1960 Baja Bug
1963 stretched double cab
1962 Golde sunroof Ghia
1963 356 B coupe
1963 Notchback
1967 21 window less rusty now |
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jaket3
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John Moxon
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kingkarmann
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| Posted: Mon May 10, 2021 2:31 pm Post subject: Re: Karmanns & Bring-a-Trailer Auctions |
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| malley56 wrote: |
I have my popcorn ready! |
$47,100 bought it
I would have guessed the reserve was $50k
I really thought it would bring much more.
Still a very nice result😎
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Marcdeb
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| Posted: Mon May 10, 2021 4:26 pm Post subject: Re: Karmanns & Bring-a-Trailer Auctions |
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| malley56 wrote: |
I have my popcorn ready! |
$47,100 bought it
I would have guessed the reserve was $50k
I really thought it would bring much more.
Still a very nice result😎 |
I have no experience with modified cars like this but judging from the flurry of comments, I was guessing somewhere around $60k. Kind of disappointing.
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68 Karmann Ghia Cabrio Autostick
71 Karmann Ghia Cabrio
Previously Owned:
2011 VW EOS Hard Top Conv
2008 Saab 9-3 2.0T Conv
2003 Saab 9-3 SE Conv
2001 Saab 9-3 Conv
1998 BMW 3 Series Conv
1997 Saab 900 Conv
1997 Mazda Miata
68 Ghia Vert Survivor with 22,350 miles: https://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=768107&highlight=
71 Ghia Vert Restoration: https://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=726710&postorder=asc |
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Braukuche
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| Posted: Mon May 10, 2021 6:04 pm Post subject: Re: Karmanns & Bring-a-Trailer Auctions |
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| malley56 wrote: |
I have my popcorn ready! |
$47,100 bought it
I would have guessed the reserve was $50k
I really thought it would bring much more.
Still a very nice result😎 |
Custom cars are always a harder sale because you gotta find more than one person (yourself) with equivalent taste. That’s still a lot of money for a coupe with no collectible value.
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Retirement is here!
1956 Ghia
1959 SO-23 Westfalia
1960 double cab
1960 Baja Bug
1963 stretched double cab
1962 Golde sunroof Ghia
1963 356 B coupe
1963 Notchback
1967 21 window less rusty now |
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NoDents
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| Posted: Mon May 10, 2021 7:53 pm Post subject: Re: Karmanns & Bring-a-Trailer Auctions |
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I have my popcorn ready! |
$47,100 bought it
I would have guessed the reserve was $50k
I really thought it would bring much more.
Still a very nice result😎 |
This gives me hope that my 71 very might be worth half of what I've put into it!
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1966 Karmann Ghia Convertible - Stolen in 1988
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dustinp
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| Posted: Mon May 10, 2021 8:41 pm Post subject: Re: Karmanns & Bring-a-Trailer Auctions |
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| kingkarmann wrote: |
| malley56 wrote: |
I have my popcorn ready! |
$47,100 bought it
I would have guessed the reserve was $50k
I really thought it would bring much more.
Still a very nice result😎 |
This gives me hope that my 71 very might be worth half of what I've put into it! |
Well, It didn’t quite end as I’d hoped, but all is well. Another one off to the UK, almost went to Scotland . Had a local guy that really wanted it, but it passed him by.
Thanks for watching, now get that popcorn grease off your keyboards! |
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