When the Kadett B was launched by Opel in 1965, it was met with enthusiasm by the motoring public. For the first time, a German manufacturer had produced an affordable small car that was capable of challenging the dominance… more»
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Solid Project: 1964 Opel Kadett Sports Coupe
The Opel Kadett is one of those cars that could so easily have slipped from public consciousness if it hadn’t been for Top Gear UK. In the show’s 2007 Botswana Special, presenter Richard Hammond chose a 1963 Kadett 2-Door… more»
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$500 Euro Hatch: 1976 Opel Kadett
It’s a bit dizzying to learn about the multiple nameplates this 1976 Opel Kadett was sold under during its production run. Built by Isuzu and sold as the Gemini in other markets, the Kadett model sold in the U.S…. more»
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One Owner Since New: 1971 Opel GT
It’s not often we see a one-owner Opel GT pop up for sale, but that’s exactly what’s listed on eBay. The Opel has been in barn storage since 1986 and accumulated some rust and dents in that time, but… more»
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Engine Swap Candidate: 1975 Opel Manta
This 1975 Opel Manta appears to represent a good foundation for a project, with a clean body, nice interior, and empty engine bay. These were originally sold through Buick dealers after being imported from Europe, and they still seem… more»
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1970-72 Opel GT Package Deal
Imagine my disappointment: my dad and my grandmother both had Opel GTs—my dad’s was blue and my grandmother’s butterscotch, examples of each of which appear in the lineup of five GTs above! And of the five…those are the two… more»
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Low Mileage 1973 Opel Manta
This 1973 Opel Manta has reportedly only traveled a genuine 31,000 miles. It is a clean looking car, but it will require some work to make it immaculate. You will find it listed for sale here on eBay. Located… more»
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Spares Included: 1967 Opel Kadette
Years of regulations, emission and safety standards, tariffs and taxes literally drove automakers from exporting product to America. With Opel not being a part of General Motors anymore… it’s hard to believe they were once sold in America at… more»
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LeMons, Ho! $500 1974 Opel Manta
One of the more delightful developments in the car world over the last few years is that these days, when we see a car with an asking price of $500 or less, the first question many of us ask… more»
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Baby Corvette: 1972 Opel GT Shed Find
At first glance the Opel GT looks like the offspring of a C3 Corvette. From some similar styling cues to half the number of cylinders these do resemble a baby Corvette. One way that these cars are not similar,… more»
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Brooke Astor Owned: 1973 Opel Manta
While the rest of the world gets excited about the British Royal Family, we here in the states tend to idolize captains of industry, or at least those folks who have seemingly been wealthiest the longest. The Astor family,… more»
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Mini Muscle Barn Find: 1972 Opel Manta Rallye
Made by German company Opel and brought to the United States with General Motors in the ’70s, these cars are hard to come by these days. This car was stored away for 25 years by the original owner and has… more»
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Poorman’s Corvette: 1970 Opel GT
I have always loved the Opel GT. They have a small tight set up and they are incredibly balanced with the engine pushed as far back as possible. Walking around a German car show last weekend, I was drawn… more»
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Built for ’68 Season: Opel Kadett Gasser
Who can solve the mystery of the King Kadett? Surely someone recognizes this wicked gasser that just popped up on craigslist in Chicago. Of course, much to my surprise, these were popular cars for drag conversions as there’s far… more»
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Pair Of Baby ‘Vettes: Opel GT Combo
This pair of Opel GTs appears to be hiding out somewhere near Ellsworth, Maine, just due south of Bangor. That’s a considerable hike to track down an Opel project, but it could be worth it if the price is… more»
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Corvette Alternative: 1972 Opel GT
This 1972 Opel GT is one of the better ones we’ve seen lately, although it is saddled with an automatic transmission. That’s OK – it likely played a role for the high state of preservation on display. The seller… more»
