Description
Opel GT 1900 S | 1969
Highlights:
– 1.9-litre four-cylinder engine, petrol, 4-speed manual transmission
– Distinctive coupe styling in white over a red interior
– Rotating, pop-up headlamps operated by hand
– Early production example of the GT
The seller offers for sale this 1969 Opel GT 1900 S, powered by a 1.9-litre four-cylinder engine, paired with a manual transmission. This example is finished in white over a striking red interior, a combination that shows off the GT’s flowing, sports-car proportions to good effect. The car retains the characteristic manually rotating pop-up headlamps that are so central to the model’s charm, and it presents as a tidy and appealing example of Opel’s compact coupe.
As an early GT from the model’s first years of production, this car represents the design at its purest. It offers an engaging, lightweight driving experience and a shape that has aged remarkably well, making it an attractive entry into classic European sports-car ownership.
The Opel GT was launched at the end of the 1960s and quickly earned the nickname of a “mini-Corvette” thanks to its unmistakable resemblance to the American icon. Styled in-house at Opel and built with bodywork by Chausson and Brissonneau et Lotz in France, the GT combined dramatic, curvaceous styling with the practicality and affordability of the Kadett running gear beneath. Its signature feature, the pair of headlamps that rotate into place by hand rather than lifting electrically, remains one of the most memorable details of any car from the period.
The 1900 S model paired the larger 1.9-litre engine with a well-balanced chassis, giving the GT lively performance to match its sporting looks. Produced for only a handful of years, the GT has grown into a genuinely collectible classic, appreciated for its bold design, its accessible mechanicals and its place as one of the most stylish mainstream coupes of its era. For the enthusiast seeking a distinctive and usable classic, this early GT 1900 S is a compelling proposition.
Condition of the bodywork & paint
4 — Very Good. Clean with minimal wear; might need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts.
Condition of the interior
4 — Very Good. Clean with minimal wear; might need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts.
Technical condition
4 — Very Good. Mechanically solid, with potential for minor servicing.
Overall condition
4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time.
This item is sold on an as-is basis. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. Photos and descriptions of the listing are for information purposes only.
