In an age of constant technological progress, it is sometimes worth stopping for a moment and looking back. Such is the aim of the Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia restoration project carried out by the PUT Renovation Scientific Circle operating at Poznan University of Technology. This is not only a return to the roots of motoring, but also an attempt to combine the classic with the modern.
Passion fueled by ambition
The PUT Renovation Scientific Circle was established in late 2023, bringing together a group of Poznań University of Technology students fascinated by vintage automobiles. Their goal is the comprehensive restoration of a 1963 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia Type 14. The project includes not only the restoration of the car, but also research activities using innovative technologies, including the analysis of alternative drive systems.
An icon of German motoring
Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is one of the most recognizable classics of German motoring. Built on the chassis of the legendary Garbus, it was distinguished by its stylish body designed by Italy's Carrozzeria Ghia and Karmann's robust engineering. The result of this German-Italian collaboration delighted for almost two decades - production continued uninterrupted from 1955 to 1974.
Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is one of the most recognizable classics of German motoring. Built on the chassis of the legendary Garbus, it was distinguished by the stylish body designed by the Italian company Carrozzeria Ghia and the solid engineering of Karmann. The result of this German-Italian collaboration delighted for almost two decades - production continued uninterrupted from 1955 to 1974.
A year of intensive activities
The past year has been exceptionally intense for PUT Renovation. The students modernized the workshop, especially the mechanical section, and began extensive work on the vehicle's suspension. The engine and drivetrain are currently being renovated. In the meantime, the team received specialized training in electrical design and installation, which allowed them to begin rebuilding the vehicle's electrical harness. Wires supplied by TME were used to complete it.