| Thanks to the drive of Wilhelm Karmann Gmbh to | | | | 4 times per week, then you would probably be better |
| produce a sports bodied car upon a tried and tested | | | | with a later model as they have more powerful |
| chassis we can today enjoy the Volkswagen | | | | engines and a more modern feel to the interior. If |
| Karmann Ghia. In 1954 VW approved the plans and | | | | money is no object and you are really looking for an |
| designs and this was quickly followed by an | | | | occasional or second car then look no further than a |
| announcement to supply the chassis's. The European | | | | 1950's model, the early classic is understandably the |
| Motor Shows in 1955 saw the debut of the first | | | | most prized and this is reflected in the prices they |
| models. | | | | command. Whatever your needs and whatever model |
| When buying a Karmann Ghia, the model for you | | | | you decide to go for remember to check for corrosion, |
| depends on your circumstances. If your plans are to | | | | as even the later models are now over 30 years old |
| have a car that will be used daily or a minimum of 3 or | | | | and time will take its toll. |