Crowood Press (UK)
Volkswagen Karmann Ghias and Cabriolets: 1949-1980
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- Richard Copping
- Crowood Press (UK)
- Hardcover
- 9781847974181
- 10.4 X 8.6 X 0.8 inches
- 2 pounds
- Transportation > Automotive - History
- English
Secure TransactionBook Description
Volkswagen enthusiast and expert Richard Copping reveals the full story of the Karmann Ghia from initial concepts to the production of the Coupe, the addition of a Cabriolet, and the model's ongoing progress until its eventual sad demise in 1974. Contents include: Background story of the firms and key individuals involved, 1949-1980.The history of the Karmann Ghia and V W Beetle Cabriolet from prototype to production.The coupe, cabriolet and Type 34 variants of the Karmann Ghia, as well as special models and one-off model variants.The development of the Beetle Cabriolet, the original model that brought VW and Karmann together.Model specifications and year-by-year evolution of design and production.Specially commissioned photography and a wide range of fascinating period imagery.
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