Vehicle Description
THIS 1973 OPEL GT IS LOCATED IN: PUNTA GORDA, FL 33982
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1973 OPEL GT
THIS 1973 OPEL GT IS LOCATED IN PUNTA GORDA, FL 33982
CLEAN AND CLEAR TITLE IN HAND
The Opel GT is a front-engine, rear-drive two-seat sports car
manufactured and marketed by Opel in two generations - separated by
a 34-year hiatus.
The first generation Opel GT (1968 -1973) debuted as a styling
exercise in 1965 at the Paris and Frankfurt motor shows. The
production vehicle used mechanical components from the contemporary
Opel Kadett B and two-door hard top bodywork by French contractor
Brissonneau & Lotz. The styling of the GT was often cited as
similar to the 1968 Chevrolet Corvette which went on sale in
September 1967.
Opel marketed a second generation GT (2007-2009) as a rebadged
variant of the Saturn Sky/Pontiac Solstice two-seater convertible,
manufactured in Wilmington, Delaware, USA.
In 2016, Opel introduced the GT Concept at the 2016 Geneva Motor
Show as a lightweight, turbocharged, rear-wheel drive
two-seater.
GT (1968-1973)
The Opel GT was equipped with a base 1.1 L OHV inline-four engine,
which produced 67 hp (SAE) at 6,000 rpm. However, most buyers chose
an optional 1.9 L camshaft in head engine, which produced 102 hp
(SAE) at 5200 to 5400 rpm. Some of the early 1968 models also came
with a slightly higher compression "H" code cylinder head. In 1971,
due to emissions regulations, Opel reduced the compression ratio of
the 1.9 L engine used in the US and output fell to 83 hp (SAE).
There was also a GT/J model, which was a less expensive version of
the 1900-engined GT which was sold only in Europe. Standard
transmission was a manual four-speed. A three-speed automatic was
available with the 1.9 L engine. The model run of the Opel GT was
from 1968 to 1973.
The Opel GT uses a steel unibody and a front mid-engined,
rear-wheel drive layout. The engine is mounted far back in the
chassis to improve weight distribution. Front suspension consists
of upper A-arms and a lower transverse leaf spring - aside from the
Opel's styling, the unusual use of a transverse leaf-spring in the
suspension was another remarkable commonality with Chevrolet's
Corvette. A live axle and coil springs are used in the rear. The
power-assisted braking system uses discs in the front, drums in the
rear. Steering is unassisted.
One unusual feature of the Opel GT is the operation of the pop-up
up and down headlights. They are manually operated, by way of a
large lever along the center console next to the shifter. Unlike
most pop-up headlights, they both rotate in the same direction
(counterclockwise from inside the car) about a longitudinal
axis.
Designed by Opel stylist Erhard Schnell, the GT is a fastback, that
has neither an externally accessible trunk nor a conventional
hatchback. There is a parcel shelf behind the seats that can only
be accessed through the main doors. Behind the parcel shelf is a
fold-up panel that conceals a spare tire and jack.
During 1968 to 1973, a total of 103,463 cars were sold. The most
collectible GTs are probably the first few hundred cars
hand-assembled in 1968 and the 1968-1970 models with the 1.1 L
engine, which totaled 3,573 cars. Of the later cars, 10,760 were
the cheaper model (GT/J), which lacked nearly all chrome parts and
offered fewer standard features. In some markets, items like a
limited slip differential, front and rear anti-sway bars, heated
rear window, and engine bay light were standard, although most cars
were shipped without them.
UP FOR SALE IS A BEAUTIFUL ORIGINAL 1973 OPEL GT IN GREAT CONDITION
INSIDE AND OUT. THE CAR IS ALL ORIGINAL EXCEPT FOR THE AFTERMARKET
AC. THIS OPEL GT IS A SOLID AND STRAIGHT CAR ALL AROUND AND THE
UNDERCARRIAGE IS CLEAN AS WELL. ALL GLASS AND TRIM IS GREAT. THE
PAINT AND CHROME ARE IN GREAT CONDITION. THE INTERIOR LOOKS GREAT
NO RIPS OR TEARS. THE CAR RUNS STRONG, NO SMOKE OR NOISES. THE
TRANSMISSION SHIFTS GREAT THROUGH ALL THE GEARS AND THE CLUTCH
WORKS GREAT.
• CLEAN TITLE
• ORIGINAL PAINT AND INTERIOR
• THIS OPEL GT HAS 58,108 MILES
• 4 CYL. ENGINE
• MANUAL TRANSMISSION
• CUSTOM A/C
• WELL MAINTAINED, GARAGE KEPT
• RUNS AND DRIVES
THIS IS YOUR CHANCE TO OWN THIS GREAT CLASSIC!
Most classic cars we consider as projects because of the age and
wear
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with your purchase. Bid with confidence and if you have any
questions that I might not have covered in the description, don't
hesitate to ask. You can email me or send me your telephone number
and I will give you a call. I have tried my best to describe this
vehicle as accurately as I can. Remember, this vehicle is from the
1970's and can have some imperfections that I'm not aware of.
Shipping
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shipper. This vehicle is advertised on other websites, so I have
the right to end the auction early if it gets sold.
Payment
Please, be ready to buy when you click. A non-refundable $500
deposit is due when the auction ends. The final payment is due
within 7 days after the auction ends. Balance is to be paid via
bank wire or a certified bank cashier's check. Check will need to
clear before the vehicle is released and the title is sent. The
winning bidder needs to contact me within 24 hours of auction end
to make payment arrangements. Please, arrange all financing prior
to bidding. If you are not sure about anything, please don't assume
- just ask. I'm very easy going and will help in any way I can,
but, please, be absolutely sure that you are ready to buy when you
bid. All non-paying bidders will be reported to eBay.
Disclaimer
People have different opinions and expectations of older vehicles.
It is your responsibility to personally inspect the vehicle or send
a third-party inspector that will perform an inspection to your
satisfaction. Remember, this vehicle is from the 1970's, and even
though I've tried my best to describe it, it can have some
imperfections which I'm not aware of.
Due to vehicle age all sales are "Final" and "As Is"