1970 Opel GT 1.9L 4-Speed

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

The 1970 Opel GT appeared during its 1968–1973 production run, created as a sleek European alternative to American sports cars. Originally unveiled as a styling exercise in 1965, it entered production in 1968 using Opel Kadett B mechanicals and bodywork by Brissonneau & Lotz in France. Its long‑nose fastback profile, often likened to the third-generation Chevrolet Corvette, earned it the “Baby Corvette” nickname. For 1970, the GT retained its aerodynamic design featuring a Kamm tail and manually-operated rotating headlights. Power came from either a 1.1L OHV inline‑four producing 67 horsepower or a more popular 1.9L engine (seen here) with 102 horsepower. The chassis incorporated Kadett‑derived components, including a transverse‑leaf front suspension, live rear axle, and front disc brakes.

This 1970 Opel GT is refinished in silver and powered by a rebuilt 1.9L inline-four fed by a Weber carburetor. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a four-speed manual transmission, and 13” steel wheels are mounted over front disc and rear drum brakes. Inside, a wood-rimmed steering wheel fronts VDO instrumentation, and late model high-back bucket seats wear color-coordinated gray upholstery. The seller reports that the brake and exhaust systems have been replaced, along with the clutch, water pump, and shocks.

This Opel GT is now offered at no reserve with parts receipts and a clean New Mexico title in the seller’s name.

Highlights

• 1970 Opel GT powered by a factory 1.9L inline-four

• Four-speed manual transmission

• Refinished in silver

• Upgrades include a Weber carburetor, Koni shocks, and more

Factory Equipment

• Louvered hood

• Manually-operated rotating headlights

• Pop-out rear quarter windows

• Polished bumpers and exterior trim

• Black 13” steel wheel with polished Opel-logo center caps

• Spare wheel stowed in a compartment behind the luggage shelf

• VDO instrumentation

Modifications

• Weber carburetor

• Aluminum radiator and uprated fan

• Replacement braking and exhaust systems

• Koni shocks

• Front and rear anti-sway bars

• Gear reduction starter

• Remington Himax tires measuring 175/70

• Late-model bucket seats upholstered in gray

• SecretAudio SST AM/FM/Bluetooth stereo mounted beneath luggage shelf

• Aftermarket speakers

Servicing & Documentation

• The seller reports that the engine was balanced and fitted with a bored cylinder head, oversized valves, and titanium seats, and that the clutch, water pump, and sending unit were recently replaced

• Invoices for parts purchased under current ownership are shown in the "Additional documents" section below

Known Imperfections

• Imperfections in the finish

• Missing window trim

• Cracks in the dashboard

• Oil pressure gauge occasionally sticks

Ownership History

The seller acquired this 1970 Opel GT in June 2020, as states that approximately 3,000 miles have been added since the refurbishment work was completed.

Included Items

• Parts receipts from current ownership