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Rapid automatism - Opel GT 1900 in the (historical) test

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Created on January 4, 2024

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Dr. Paul Simsa

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Opel GT 1900 (1972) - the outstanding aerodynamics become a minor matter thanks to the minimal cross-sectional area and retractable lamps

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Opel GT (1969) - no wonder that normal cars looked even more staid next to this beauty

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Opel GT (1969) - hardly any changes were made to the shape and design elements during the entire construction period

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Opel GT (1969) - the rear lights had grown noticeably compared to the 1965 prototype

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Opel GT (1968) - short rear, long front, a recipe that also led to a fast shape here

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Opel GT (1968) - rolled-out sleep eyes on this series model

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Opel GT (1968) - the front-mid-engine design led to better handling

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Opel GT (1968) - On the high-speed test track

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Opel GT 1900 (1969) - extended headlights on the test car

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Opel GT (1969) - View of the interior

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Opel GT (1969) - View of the interior at the 1969 Geneva Motor Show

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Opel GT (1968) - complete clock equipment on this more luxurious version

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Opel GT (1969) - access to the trunk is difficult from the interior

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Opel GT 1900 (1969) - Engine compartment of a 1900 test car

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Opel GT Experimental (1965) - on a presentation area

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Opel GT (1968) - ready for dealer demonstration

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Opel GT (1969) - always attractively staged

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Summary

This historical test recommends something that few sports car enthusiasts would have thought of at the time: buying an Opel GT with automatic transmission. Reason: With such a racy line, the last bit of driving performance doesn't matter. It is therefore almost surprising that the test report still recommends the large 1.9-liter engine and not the phlegmatic 1100.

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Stabilized Springer
Enthusiastic thanks to the automatic
mot overall verdict
Plus points
Minus points
Measured values

Estimated reading time: 8min

Preview (beginning of the article)

The GT 1100 is not interesting. Only the Kadett 60 hp SR engine for DM 11,100. Quite good steam for the displacement, but not for the money or the looks. It is still in the program, but we leave it behind. If GT, then 1900, which also has the right equipment. The 1100 lacks a few things. From a purely technical point of view, we initially preferred the 1100. Lighter machine, lighter rear axle, more balanced weight ratios, so far everything was fine. But not for 11,100 DM. The 1900 GT cost 12,210 DM. We recommend the three-phase alternator (11.82 DM), front and rear stabilizer (57.72 DM), heated rear window (81.03 DM). If possible, a windshield made of laminated glass (124.32 DM) if you drive with seat belts. The laminated glass cannot suddenly disintegrate into crumbs, but shards make cuts. With the recommended ingredients, you pay DM 12,360.57 for the 1900 GT. With laminated glass, 12,484.89 DM. A lot of money for a car with the tame Opel 1900S/90PS engine. But a fair price for the car with the engine in it.

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