The stock tires on a '86 Karmann Ghia would normally be a 155 - 15 tire however most people put on 165 size. I think that the size would be a 5.60 15 or 6.00 15, they are 15 inch rims, and either 4 or 4 1/2" wide, not sure exactly when they made that changeover, but does not matter on the tire size.
I checked into tires in Houston TX, Discount tire stocked the 165-15 size.
Stock tires in 1968 would most likely have been bias ply. You will have much greater tire life and a safer vehicle if you go with radials. Unless you are doing a total ground up restoration, radials will likely be cheaper, and are better more modern tires for street use.
The last of the ACVW beetles made in Mexico this century used a 155/80-15, in theory this is just a hair smaller that the OEM 155r15. So far (spring 2010) you can still order this tire from better BFG vendors. This tire does fit in the nose, this tire does fit the stock narrow rims very well, this tire does allow for chains and turning with out rubbing.
Around 1900-2000 lbs
Beside the drivers seat by the door.
The VIN will be stamped on the chassis tunnel beneath the rear seat.
Not at all Ghia bumpers are unique to the Karmann Ghia. Beetle bumpers only fit the Beetle models.
1963
It is possible you are referring to the Karmann Ghia, a sporty vehicle from VW that was designed by the Ghia studios and with a body built by the Karmann coachworks.
A 1958 Volkswagon Karmann Ghia
One might find images of the Volkswagen Karmann Ghia in Car and Parts Magazine, September 2005 issue. The Car and Driver magazine in 1972, June issue, talks about the Volkswagen Karmann Ghia. You can also find images by typing Junkyard Find:1970 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia.
no 68 seat tracks are wider than the 69and up ghias
Yes, the Karmann Ghia came with factory disc brakes in front, and drum brakes in rear.
KIA, Karmann Ghia
KIA, Karmann Ghia