This car is powered by a 1776 cc performance-built SCAT engine. It produces 95 horsepower and 1265 ft-lbs of torque. The engine features a performance cam, 8.5:1 compression pistons, Pro Street heads, and 40x35.5mm valves. Additionally, it includes a counterweighted crank with 8 pins, 1.25 rockers, an electric distributor, and chrome I-beam…
This car is powered by a 1776 cc performance-built SCAT engine. It produces 95 horsepower and 1265 ft-lbs of torque. The engine features a performance cam, 8.5:1 compression pistons, Pro Street heads, and 40×35.5mm valves. Additionally, it includes a counterweighted crank with 8 pins, 1.25 rockers, an electric distributor, and chrome I-beam connecting rods with ARP bolts. The lightweight flywheel, SCAT racing lifters, steel pushrods, and 60 amp alternator ensure maximum performance. The engine also boasts a P40 35mm dual carb kit, SCAT aluminum crank, and Stage 1 Kennedy pressure plate.
The engine compartment and overall look of the car still appear as sporty as when it was new. The car runs, shifts, and drives perfectly. The unmistakable sound of the high-horsepower VW engine is sure to turn heads. Performance was good in the lightweight Karmann-Ghia, but the addition of the SCAT engine and 4-speed transmission elevates it to an unbelievable level. The 4-speed transmission shifts smoothly, just as a VW should.
The interior of this car has been completely restored. It features twin bucket seats and rear seats with matching pocketed door panels. The Ghia designers cleverly disguised the Beetle’s interior appointments, with the seats serving as the focal point. The classy wood dash includes a large, round speedometer and other essential gauges.
This car also includes a stock-style radio, a sporty 4-speed shifter, a heater/defrost unit, and seatbelts for safety. The rear seat is finished to the same high level and folds down for added storage space. The front opens up to provide ample room for luggage. Every part of the interior has been replaced and restored to look as good as the exterior. The attention to detail includes the floor mats, the grab handle on the dash, a drink holder/storage bin, and the factory glove box.
The exterior of this Karmann-Ghia is stunning. The red paint highlights the car’s graceful lines, curved fenders, and flawless sheet metal. It features like-new, shiny chrome bumpers on both the front and rear, along with all unique trim pieces.
The black convertible top adds to its timeless appeal. The factory-painted wheels, with the correct chrome hubcaps and black sidewall tires, complete the classic look. Everywhere it goes, this car draws appreciative stares from onlookers.