Some craigslist ads are a joy to read. Yes, I’m serious! It does happen occasionally, where not only does a seller take clear pictures, but they actually clearly list both the good and the bad about a vehicle without… more»
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Kleinen Roten Wagen: 1969 Opel Kadett L Wagon
This little red wagon is a 1969 Opel Kadett L Wagon and it’s located in Sterling Heights, Michigan. It’s listed on eBay with an unmet starting bid of $1,200, but there is no reserve so bid to buy on this cool little… more»
Tiny Corvette: 1968 Opel GT V8
Okay so let’s be honest with ourselves for a minute. How many of us have thought about how the Opel GT kind of looks like a tiny Corvette? This Opel is a little closer to that realization featuring a… more»
Nicest One Out There? 1,453 Mile 1973 Opel GT
The seller starts out by saying this is a museum quality car — I would have a hard time arguing with him as it appears to currently be in a museum — from the pictures, the old Bruce Weiner Microcar… more»
It’s Not A ____ _______: 1970 Opel GT
At no time during this story will you hear me utter the phrase: baby Corvette. I’m not even going to mention the term “baby Corvette” at all, just so we’re clear on that. This very cool, almost-baby-Corvette-like 1970 Opel GT is… more»
Kool Kiemencoupe: 1966 Opel Kadett B
Other than the 2-door wagon, the Kiemencoupe is my favorite of the body styles for the Opel Kadett. The tip for this Crystal Blue 1966 Opel Kadett B Kiemencoupe was sent in by Jim S. and it’s found in Ridgecrest, California on… more»
Tiny Limo: 1970 Opel Kadett B
Jim S has found yet another interesting barn find listed on eBay. This Opel is in Rexford, New York with a lofty BIN of $8,200. The Opel B came in two flavors, fastback or “Limousine”, and sedan model. This Opel has been… more»
Garaged Since ’86: 1973 Opel GT
Last summer, I had the chance to check out an Opel GT in person. After years of hearing about them and their resemblence to a Baby Corvette, I was surprised by how attractive I found it. Perhaps I was… more»
Fresh Off The Boat: 1971 Opel GT
Let me start by saying I’ve always liked the Opel GT. I think they are great looking little cars and while they aren’t particularly quick, for what they are they are fun drivers. That being said, Americans don’t really… more»
Sixteen Or More Oddball Imports For Sale In New Mexico
Thanks to reader Bentleyguy for sending in this great find! There are a total of at least sixteen foreign cars offered for sale, and some are very unusual. They range from looking like a tuneup would have them ready… more»
Rare Wagon: 1959 Opel Olympia Rekord
When I first spotted this Opel wagon, I thought it was a late ’50s Ford or Chevy wagon. The worn blue paint looks like something you’d see on an old Ford. The windshield and pillars have a similar design… more»
Free Field Finds! Sebastopol Giveaways
Reader Klakta has uncovered these free, yes, free cars being given away in Sebastopol, California. There are five cars available, including the 1969 Opel GT shown above. As the seller says, “Actually, it is only FREE in one way, as… more»
1972 Opel GT: Fun And Economical
From David F – Opel GTs have always had a following. They were fun to drive and economical. Perhaps someone wants a unique, cool looking car, that will hopefully be easily to make road worthy. The Opel GT is… more»
1970 Opel GT: Baby Vette
Over the years, I’ve seen a number of Opel GTs and one thing I’ve noticed about these slick looking coupes is that you either love them or hate them. I personally find the styling to be quite attractive, but… more»
The One to Buy: 1973 Opel GT
If you’re going to buy a project car, there’s a school of thought that says you should buy the best one you can find and not spend years fixing it up. I rarely follow this advice, which is partially… more»
Oregon Coast Stash: Volvo, Opel, Saab, & Datsun
Barn Finds reader Johnny S uncovered a great find in Oregon: a 1970 Opel GT, 1963 Volvo P1800, 1968 Saab V4, and a Datsun Fairlady, all in the same barn! They all need work, but the asking prices don’t… more»