Opel Manta A 1973
General description :
When did you last see an Opel Manta A? It has been a little while for us too, especially in this condition. This two-owner 1973 Opel Manta A was supplied from new in the Netherlands. It is actually not so surprising that these cars are scarce, the Manta was a successful rally car, and as such many Manta’s were converted to the rally version. The first owner kept the car for 27 years and the second one took custody for another 20 years. They both were true conservationists of the Manta. One look is enough to realize that extreme good care and attention has been lavished on this Opel. The car has only clocked up 145,428 km and is in good condition. Our car is the Opel Manta 1900S Berlinetta, then the top of the range version. Berlinetta’s have alloy rims, luxurious upholstery and a vinyl roof. The 1,9 litre 4-cylinder engine develops 90 HP at 5,100 revs and has a top speed of 170 km/hr. This Manta has a great original body with splendid, correctly aligned panelwork. The paintwork has been resprayed for cosmetic reasons and is virtually unblemished. The vinyl roof is also in good shape, evidence that it mainly has been kept in a dry, heated garage. Now to the interior or better still the time capsule. Time appears really to have stood still. From the lovely thin 3-spoke steering wheel to the slightly discolored carpets, everything is fantastically authentic. The interior exudes a patina in keeping with the condition of the rest of the car. The original instruments and switches all are in good working order. Mechanically the car is sound. The engine runs quietly and delightfully smooth. The transmission has no play and is easy to use. This Opel has particular fine road handling. The Opel Manta is a real rare treat these days. Most have been neglected, converted to rally cars or simply worn out. Finding one as good and original as this one is virtually impossible. Gallery Aaldering is Europe’s leading Classic Cars specialist since 1975! Always 400 Classic and Sportscars in stock, please visit http://www.gallery-aaldering.com for the current stock list (all offered cars are available in our showroom) and further information. We are located near the German border, 95 km from Düsseldorf and 90 km from Amsterdam. So easy traveling by plane, train, taxi and car. Transport and worldwide shipping can be arranged. No duties/import costs within Europe. We buy, sell and provide consignment sales (selling on behalf of the owner). We can arrange/provide registration/papers for our German (H-Kennzeichen, TÜV, Fahrzeugbrief, Wertgutachten usw.) and Benelux customers. Gallery Aaldering, Arnhemsestraat 47, 6971 AP Brummen, The Netherlands. Tel: 0031-575-564055. Quality, experience and transparency is what sets us apart. We look forward to welcoming you in our showroom
http://www.gallery-aaldering.com/opel-manta-a-en
1973 Opel Manta A is listed sold on ClassicDigest in Brummen by Gallery Dealer for €19950.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : Opel Model : Manta Model Version : A Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1973 Sub type : Coupé Location : Brummen
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About Opel
Ah, Opel! The German automaker with a history as rich as a Black Forest gateau. Let's take a leisurely drive through the annals of automotive history, shall we?Opel's story begins in the 19th century when Adam Opel started crafting sewing machines. Yes, you heard me right, sewing machines! But Adam had bigger dreams – he envisioned a future with horseless carriages, just like the crazy inventors of his time. And so, in 1899, Opel produced their first automobile, the Opel-Patent-Motorwagen System Lutzmann. Catchy name, isn't it?
Now, if we're talking classic Opel models, we can't skip over the Opel 4 PS, affectionately known as the "Doktorwagen." It was the car that put Opel on the map, a tiny two-seater that was as simple and sturdy as a Bavarian beer stein. But the real charm was its affordability. Doctors and professionals loved it, hence the name, and it became the people's car before Volkswagen even existed.
Fast forward to the 1930s, and Opel was cranking out the Olympia. It was sleek, streamlined, and had a small but efficient 1.3-liter engine. Think of it as the German answer to the Ford Model T – a car for the masses.
But if we want to talk about a truly remarkable classic, let's talk Kadett. The Opel Kadett was a workhorse. It soldiered on through the tumultuous years of World War II, and post-war, it was like Germany's own phoenix rising from the ashes. The Kadett helped Opel regain its footing in the automotive world.
Then came the '60s and '70s, and with them, the legendary Opel GT. Some say it was a baby Corvette in a tuxedo, and they weren't entirely wrong. With its unmistakable "Coke bottle" shape and pop-up headlights, the Opel GT was pure style. It wasn't the fastest, but it had more charisma than a disco-era John Travolta.
But what about performance, you ask? Well, Opel didn't disappoint. In the late '80s, they gave us the Opel Kadett GSi 16V. It was a pocket rocket, a hot hatch with a 150-horsepower 2.0-liter engine. It could go from zero to autobahn in no time.
And finally, we can't talk about Opel's classic models without mentioning the Manta. The Opel Manta was the epitome of '70s cool. It had those iconic wraparound bumpers, the sporty silhouette, and a catchy marketing slogan – "The car you always promised yourself." It was the car that whispered sweet nothings about freedom and open roads.
So there you have it, a brisk but exhilarating journey through Opel's history, with a handful of classic models that could make any car enthusiast's heart race. Opel may not be as flashy as some of its German counterparts, but it has a charm all its own, like a well-aged riesling in the world of automotive wines. Cheers to Opel!