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NEED TO KNOW

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> Hand-built bodies can

mean parts from one

Ghia – doors, for instance

– may not Šit another. But

you might need them, as

corrosion is a problem.

> Convertibl­e from 1957, but two-seat only. > Later Ghias can be backdated with more desirable smaller bumpers, but bodywork mods are also required.

> Independen­t rear suspension from 1968 is makes a useful dierence.

> Panels are hard to source, but California Classics and

Central Valley Restoratio­ns

can help.

> 1192cc engine became 1300cc in 1965, and a balljoint front axle was ‚itted.

> 1500cc arrived in 1966,

when front brake discs

replaced drums, and 12v

electrics were introduced.

1600cc arrived in 1970.

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