1966 VW Karmann Ghia 2181
The 1966 VW Karmann Ghia brought several major updates to the Type 14 Karmann Ghia Coupe and Convertible, making it a detail-heavy year for restorers. With its Type III-inspired 1500cc air-cooled engine, ball-joint front suspension, swing axle rear suspension, front disc brakes, 4x130 four-bolt wheels, dual brake circuits, 12-volt electrical system, and updated interior controls, the 1966 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is an important mid-1960s classic VW.
This page groups parts for the 1966 VW Karmann Ghia Coupe, Convertible, and Razor-Edge Type 34 applications, depending on your vehicle and catalog fitment. CIP1 offers a large selection of 1966 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia parts and accessories, including engine parts, brake parts, disc brake parts, suspension parts, rubber seals, electrical components, body trim, interior parts, exterior parts, lighting parts, convertible top parts, wheels, and vintage VW restoration components.
Browse parts for your 1966 VW Karmann Ghia and keep your classic Volkswagen on the road with confidence, whether you are maintaining a driver, restoring a convertible, preserving a Razor-Edge Ghia, or planning a full air-cooled VW restoration.
More about the 1966 VW Karmann Ghia
Factory-style details
- Type 14 Karmann Ghia Coupe and Convertible
- Razor-Edge Type 34 applications may also apply depending on catalog fitment
- 1500cc air-cooled flat-four engine
- Ball-joint front suspension
- Swing axle rear suspension on Type 14 models
- Front disc brakes
- Dual brake circuit system
- 4x130 four-bolt wheel pattern
- 12-volt electrical system
1966 Karmann Ghia notes
- 1966 is noted for the Type III-inspired 1500cc engine
- 1966 introduced front disc brakes on the Karmann Ghia
- 1966 brought 4x130 four-bolt wheels
- 1966 is noted for dual brake circuits and a 12-volt electrical system
- 1966 brought interior updates including revised dash controls and smaller gauges
- Door locks are noted as having buttons on the door tops for this year
- Body, trim, lighting, glass, interior, engine, suspension, brake, and electrical details can vary by production date, market, and body style
