Opel gt car and driver

Car and driver made its rep in the sixties, and it took some colorful writing along with some blatant stunts to cement it. Given the gts size and light weight, it should be a strong candidate for upgrading to dominate cars much more powerful. The opel gt is the first usdeveloped car to make it to europe under the agreement, albeit partly developed in the eu and powered by a very unamerican 2. Opel is a german automaker that was owned by general motors from 1929 to 2017. Opel gt concept interior sketch by jay kim car interior sketch, car interior design. For sale by classic car deals cadillac, michigan 1. Interesting question from our friends over at jalopnik opel. The new gts story is reminiscent of that of its classic predecessor. Jan 21, 2016 opel is launching a new gt sports carand teasing us with first details of a concept. The pictures were taken saturday 72019 at a local car show that was a benefit for our troops. Opel is calling this concept a real sports car, but first impressions give the feeling that there will be a lot of changes if the gt concept ever makes it into production form. Please take into account that the opel 0 to 60 times and quarter mile data listed on this car performance page is gathered from numerous credible sources.

The gt was a genuine hit for the german automaker, thanks to its attractive styling, which came from the pens of american general motors designers clare mackichan and charles m. In 1968, production of the opel gt sports car began. My plan is to keep it mostly stock, but make it a driver not a show car. Official description 1 the 1968 opel gt is a sport compact by opel featured in forza motorsport 6 as part of the meguiars car pack and as standard in. The silveroverblack 1970 opel gt offered here features the larger of two engines offered, an original 1. If you have a classic opel gt, or want to get one, this is the second book you will want to have. During the 20s and 30s, opel cars became very popular and the company soon became.

As soon as we get the 1972 opel gt back to the shop, we dive right into it to see if she will run after 30 years of sitting. There are a great deal of factors that affect the opel cars 060 stats, so different sources may test the same vehicle and each may arrive at a unique 060 mph and quarter mile result. An opel gt is the perfect budget head turner hagerty media. A few 1100cc models sneaked in from canada, and the engine is reported to be unburstable, with gas mileage in the mid40s attainable. Naturally this was the only opel gt at the show and it was the most talked about car there. Get that then get this one to see what people were saying about this car when it. Both the driver and the front passenger gain access to the unexpectedly. This european specification car has a production date of the 3rd march 1972 and it was originally silver paint code. The first generation opel gt debuted as a styling exercise in 1965 at the paris and frankfurt motor shows. Apr 24, 2019 another wellknown american designer, chuck jordan, arrived at opel in 1967 to get its new sports car production ready.

It was restored in wisconsin in 2008 where the car s original 4speed manual transmission was swapped for a more reliable, and. The car looks great and the body is straight, no rust. Another wellknown american designer, chuck jordan, arrived at opel in 1967 to get its new sports car production ready. This 1969 opel gt is a black plate california car that had been barn stored for 33 years. See more ideas about classic cars, cars and vintage cars.

Jan 27, 2016 opels tease for its gt sports car concept has come to a close. My dream gt began probably 10 12 years ago after deciding to build a convertible gt and transplanting some super engine into it. The legendary american sports car, the corvette, made the same start in 1953 in the usa. Picked this 70 gt up last weekend, i will document the project here. Please note the following vehicle location is at our clients home and not in cadillac, michigan.

Dec 04, 2018 being a corvette fan ive always liked the opel gt. Visit car and driver to research opel flextreme gte concept car news. Jan 12, 2016 virginia man strikes gold with 1970 ls6 ss454 chevelle that runs after being parked 35 years duration. In 1968, the original opel gt set an automotive manufacturing precedent in europe when it became the first car to go into. The car was originally owned in california before ultimately making its way east. General motors has announced their latest concept opel gt. Sep 21, 2017 all opel gts are lefthand drive and there was only one convertible aero gt built as a show car in 1969. Opel gt at classic driver, we offer a worldwide selection of opel gts for sale. It has been fitted with a new torque tube bushing in. I have a 73 with a ton of rust which i was slowly repairing, and planning to drop an electric motor in, which will now be used for parts. The opel gt is our daily driver we use it for getting to work and most errands around town. Virginia man strikes gold with 1970 ls6 ss454 chevelle that runs after being parked 35 years duration. First it sired the pontiac solstice roadster december 2005, and now it gives life to a saturn cubvette.

Popular models included the opel gt and the manta, and the company fielded a wrc effort in the 70s and 80s. Blue with silver stripe exterior with a black interior. This 1973 opel gt is a finalyear example that the seller purchased over 10 years ago from pennsylvania, where it had reportedly been in covered storage since 1986. Cadillac, mi 49601 1655 miles from you overland trucks. All opel gts are lefthand drive and there was only one convertible aero gt built as a show car in 1969. This was also the gts best selling year as far as orders received, although a lot of orders were filled in the 70 model year. This would be a great project car, one i wanted to take up but have bec. This is also the year along with the 68s which had the most parts that differed from later years.

The car was laid up by the sellers neighbors father, and after said neighbors planned a move outofstate, the seller acquired more sep 6, 2019 for sale 32 comments. Vintage opel gt chrome drivers side door handle 1970s. The goal of this project was to build an opel gt with around 200 hp but still have a daily driver, well behaved car. The opel gt is a frontengine, reardrive twoseat sports car manufactured and marketed by opel in two generations separated by a 34year hiatus. Shop millions of cars from over 21,000 dealers and find the perfect car. From barnfind to beautiful beast 1970 opel gt hemmings. Beautiful restored a few years ago and still looksgreat. The sky, assembled alongside the solstice in wilmington, delaware, is 3. Autoholism is an incurable addiction medicated daily with car porn. Use the filters to narrow down your selection based on. Opels tease for its gt sports car concept has come to a close. The marque continues to produce gmbased cars under the opel name.

During the 20s and 30s, opel cars became very popular and the company soon became germanys biggest car manufacturer, having been axquired by gm. Both the driver and the front passenger gain access to the unexpectedly spacious interior after pressing. Opel gt automatic 1969 test drive in top gear engine sound. Interesting question from our friends over at jalopnik. Inspecting a gt for sale, hiring a mechanic, repairing critical gt components, restating a longstored gt, knowing the service manuals and parts changes, and how upgrade a classic opel gt to a reliable daily driver.

Get that then get this one to see what people were saying about this car when it first came out. Lightweight, reardrive, and three angry cylinders for opels revived gt sports car. The rust looks suspicious, the panel fit is a bit off on the drivers door which also looks like the color is different from the fender, theres rust on the steering column, the front suspension is up despite the fact that the engine is still in it, the chrome is flaking on the bumpers, and. Join in with the crew on this miniseries of will it run, featuring a. The gt was based on the b series kadett, an utterly slow sedancoupewagon. Beautiful restored a few years ago and still looks great. Jan 25, 2007 the new gts story is reminiscent of that of its classic predecessor.

It looked similar to the 68 corvette because it was styled by a gm designer. It is the sky that will sell in europe as the opel gt. The small coupe has been shorn of all mystery, ahead of its debut at the 2016 geneva auto show. Inspecting a gt for sale, hiring a mechanic, repairing critical gt components, restating a longstored gt, knowing the service manuals and parts changes, and how upgrade a classic opel gt to a reliable dailydriver. Today, buick and opel enjoy an even stronger bond within the general motors family. Body and interior refurbishments were carried out in 2008 with the intention of making the car into a daily driver, including rust remediation, subtle exterior modifications, new. May 16, 20 on monday, we presented this weeks shifter and asked you to identify the make and model of the vehicle whence it came. If ever there was a case of applying those principles and succeeding, the opel gt campaigned by the wayne county speed shop in the late 1970s and early 80s fits the bill. From the getgo, the gt would have to be a compromise, using the same chassis, transmission, and brakes from the humblebut at least somewhat sportykadett rallye. There was a lot of confusion with the new federal regulations which caused some 69 models to be held up at the factory for emission reasons, and then sold as 70s, without the a. Of course other goals included minimal costs and ease of the transplant. See more ideas about classic cars, cars and cool cars. The 196873 opel gt offers a lot of quirk per dollar.

Electric cars are starting to become a thing now, and its not just tesla. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from millions of gt models nationwide. But lets get back to the original gt, a car that was half german, half french, and not at all a buick or a chevrolet. Please like this video and feel free to make a comment. Apr 22, 2019 as soon as we get the 1972 opel gt back to the shop, we dive right into it to see if she will run after 30 years of sitting. Use the filters to narrow down your selection based on price, year and mileage to help find your dream opel gt.

The production vehicle used mechanical components from the contemporary opel kadett b and twodoor hard top bodywork by french. Jan 27, 2016 opel is calling this concept a real sports car, but first impressions give the feeling that there will be a lot of changes if the gt concept ever makes it into production form. The opel association of north america classic car clubs. If you are looking to enhance your daily driver, are needing more tire under your street car or are building the opel of your dreamsopel gt source is ready to help you fulfill your desires. Despite its fairly pedestrian mechanicals, the opel gt was a winsome little car. All opel gt source fiberglass ground effects products with the l t and rs designations, are specially designed. Gateway classic cars of las vegas is please to present this 1969 opel gt for sale. The car was laid up by the sellers neighbors father, and after said neighbors planned a move outofstate, the seller acquired more.

We see a lot of engine swaps in 24 hours of lemons cars, some more. Patrick glenn nichols musclecar barn finds 888,091 views. The styling of the gt was often cited as similar to the 1968 chevrolet corvette. The opel gt was a slick fastback coupe produced to meet the 60s demand for fast youthful cars. It was restored in wisconsin in 2008 where the cars original 4speed manual transmission was swapped for a more reliable, and.

Opel is launching a new gt sports carand teasing us with first details of a concept. The cars existence and success is a classic case of looking at the rules for a given class and building a better drag racing mousetrap for it. Oldtimer is delighted to offer for sale a 1971 opel gt. Browse photos, see all vehicle details and contact the seller. From a cargo carrier with no windows behind the drivers seat to a windowed passenger van with three rows of seats, the possibilities seemed endless. Modifications include koni shocks, a battery cutoff switch, an amfm radio with a usb port, and a woodrimmed steering wheel. The opel gt is a frontengine, reardrive twoseat sports car manufactured and marketed by opel in two generations separated by a 34year hiatus the first generation opel gt 19681973 debuted as a styling exercise in 1965 at the paris and frankfurt motor shows. At classic driver, we offer a worldwide selection of opel gts for sale. In 1968, the original opel gt set an automotive manufacturing precedent in europe when it became the first car to go into production after being debuted to the public as a concept study.