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Opel 2 Door Couple (1973)
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Price: US $6,500.00

Description:

This vehicle is listed For Sale regionally, listing may end without notice, mileage may differ slightly due to prospective buyers test drives.
This vehicle is being sold as is.
1973 Opel GT 3 Speed Automatic 63, 358 miles - Approx 3500 miles on motor rebuild
This is a non-A/C vehicle with manual steering
We purchased this 73 Opel GT in November of 2014 with 62, 149 miles as a weekend driver and to participate in year round local car shows, it is very popular at the cars shows (even at the MOPAR show) and gets lots of attention, we did some minor upgrades to make the car more reliable so that we could enter in Poker Run charity events, she is fun to drive. We are down sizing to make room for other projects. She only requires a little cosmetic TLC.We have documents that show the vehicle received body restoration, paint and internal mechanical upgrades between 2007 and 2014 by previous owners, any upgrades or replacements noted after 11/14 were done by us. This vehicle is 43 years old with 98% of it's original wiring, she has been quirky a couple of times.
The Opel GT is a true fastback, there is no external access to the trunk area, this is not a hatchback. There is a fold-up locking panel door that conceals the spare tire and jack and trunk area behind the front seats.
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Production Years - 1968-1973.Assembly Bochum, Germany.Sold in the U.S. through BuickBody and chassis Class - Sports car.Body style - 2-door coupé.Layout - Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive.
Powertrain
Engine - 1, 897 cc (115.8 cu in) CIH I4 (gasoline)
Transmission - TH180 3-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase 2, 415 mm (95.1 in) Length 4, 113 mm (161.9 in) Width 1, 580 mm (62.2 in)Height 1, 225 mm (48.2 in)
Curb weight940 kg (2, 072 lb.)
Body:
Overall body condition is very good for a 7 year old restoration that has been until recently driven weekly, minor small dings, minor surface rust.
07/07 - Under hood rubber seals replaced.
11/09 - Door seals replaced.
07/09 - Door handle gaskets replaced.
Paint:
Vehicle was painted in 05/09, shows signs of wear, has chips, scratches and several small blisters in paint.05/09 : Painted Silver Metallic Flake
Bumpers:
Front bumper has several small dings, chrome is in tact but starting to show it's age, Rear bumper assemblies are in great shape and show no damage, front and rear bumperettes and rubber pads are in very good shape and show no damage.
Glass:
All glass appears to be factory original, pop-out opening side quarter windows operate properly, driver and passenger widows operate properly but require a little assistance to seat properly when rolling up, windshield and rear window are intact and free from cracks and chips,
Features
a rare rear window defroster, very few GT's were shipped wit this option, rear window defroster is not connected and it is unknown if it is functional. 05/09 - Windshield seal replaced.05/09 - Rear window seal replaced.
Headlights:
Appear to be factory original
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The headlights and all mechanisms connected to the headlights are fully functional and operate perfectly locking solidly in both the open and closed positions. For some unknown reason people at the car shows are absolutely fascinated with the flip over headlights, be prepared to flip the headlights a lot.
Exterior Lighting:
All 4 Ways lights, Brake lights, Turn Signals, Corner markers, Park lights and Running lights are functional and operate properly.
Interior:
Overall condition of the interior is good, most of it appears original. Seats, door panels and kick/side panels have minor wear/damage but are in decent shape for being factory originals, Head liner is near perfect condition, rear view mirror intact, sun visors intact.5/09 - Floor carpets replaced.
Dashboard:
Factory radio is missing, factory clock does not work, dummy light cluster has burnt bulbs, dash top is severely cracked and has a custom fitted dash cover on it, steering wheel is solid and has an aftermarket vinyl steering wheel wrap on it that we have never removed. All switches and levers operate properly to include - Turn signal and high beam lever - Park Light switch - Dash Panel Dimmer switch - 2 Speed Wiper switch to include drivers foot-well activated wiper pedal - 2 Speed Heater Blower Fan switch - Cigarette Lighter - Heater/Defroster Air Direction lever - Outside air / Heat mixture lever - 4 way Flasher switch with the exception of the Rear Defroster switch as the rear defroster is disconnected.02/15 : Boss Audio Multi-Media Radio.01/15 -Turn signal and high beam control lever.
Undercarriage:
The underside of the vehicle is solid and in very good shape, no visible rust or holes, minor surface rust on exposed metal only, the underside had been undercoated previously and by us.01/15 - Undercoating05/09 - Undercoating

Exhaust system :
Exhaust system is in very good shape from the header to the resonator tips, no holes no rust.05/08- Entire exhaust system replaced.
Brakes:
Power Assist Front Disc rear Drums-

Brakes are firm and in very good shape and stop the vehicle quickly.05/09 : Power Brake Booster rebuilt.
Locking Fuel Cap :
May be the original fuel cap. Fully functional locking fuel cap with key.
Engine:
Rebuilt Engine
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Engine runs strong, no knocks or pings, our best calculation puts the engine at about 3000 to 3500 miles since the rebuild.07/07- Engine rebuild, rings, rod bearings, Valves resurfaced, Intake and exhaust valve seats, Cam bearings, 268 degree street and autocross Cam shaft and matching Hydraulic lifters, Polished and chamfered crankshaft, Cylinders surfaced honed, Gaskets and seals replaced.
Carburetor:
The factory Solex carburetor was replaced and upgraded to a true Italian Weber 32/36 DGV Series Carburetor. 01/15 - Weber 32/36 DGV Series Carburetor Snorkel Breather Kit 01/15 - High flow Conical Air Filter.11/14- Carburetor rebuilt
Ignition System:
Ignition system is in great working order, vehicle starts quickly.01/15 - Pertronix Igniter Electronic Ignition Kit.01/15 - Pertronix Flamethrower 40, 000 volt 3.0ohm Coil.
Cooling System :
The cooling system is in great working order, no leaks or issues
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The automatic transmission radiator was replaced with a manual transmission radiator and an external transmission cooler was added. 02/15 - Water pump replaced.02/15 - Fan Shroud Replaced. 02/15 - Fan Replaced.
Transmission:
Transmission shifts smoothly and has an external transmission cooler.11/16 - Automatic transmission vacuum modulator.11/14 - Transmission Filter Kit.11/14 - Rear transmission driveshaft seal6/08- Trans mount replaced.
Rear Axle:
Rear axle shows no signs of issues.11/14 - Torque tube rebuilt.
Tires/Wheels/Spare:
Tires are in great condition and have approximately 1200 miles on them. Wheels are Konig 5 Spoke 14x6 JJ Ferrari style wheels. New full size spare tire on a factory original Opel GT wheel. 4 Metal Blitz Lightning bolt valve stem caps.11/14 - Four P195 / 60R 14 tires.
Keys:
There are 4 different keys for this vehicle, Ignition key, a Locking fuel cap key, the Spare tire / Trunk locking panel key and a door key, the door key locks and unlocks the drivers door only, the passenger door handle and or lock were replaced by a previous owner, the lock can be easily re-eyed by a locksmith to match the drivers door key if desired.
Extras:
Torque Tube Rebuild Kit, Original Automatic Transmissions Radiator, Front and Rear Brake Pads, Weber 32/36 DGV Series Carburetor Float, Weber factory style chrome air filter, 2 extra radiator fans.
Books and Manuals:
Opel Service - Repair Handbook all Models 1966 -1977, 1973 Opel Service Manual, 1973 Buick - Opel Preliminary Service Manual.
This vehicle is listed For Sale regionally, listing may end without notice, mileage may differ slightly due to prospective buyers test drives.
This vehicle is being sold as is.


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