Info für Besucher ohne Javascript

Premium

Soft shell, hard core - Opel Kadett L in (historical) test

This article was auto-translated. We apologize if some words are confusing or simply amusing. Would you like to help us improve?

Created on March 4, 1966

Text:

Günter Wiechmann

Photos:

GM Corporation

1

Archiv

10

GM Corporation

1

Archiv

10

Opel Kadett L (1966) - in the short test of the Automobil-Revue in March 1966

When logged in, you see more images in larger size.

Opel Kadett L (1966) - Illustration of the new four-door sedan

When logged in, you see more images in larger size.

Opel Kadett L (1966) - Luxury version with wheel arch trim and chrome-plated window frames

When logged in, you see more images in larger size.

Opel Kadett L (1966) - small luxury sedan for young people

When logged in, you see more images in larger size.

Opel Kadett Caravan L (1966) - no chrome-plated door frames on the estate despite luxury equipment

When logged in, you see more images in larger size.

Opel Kadett Caravan L (1966) - Station wagon with luxury equipment and roof rack

When logged in, you see more images in larger size.

Opel Kadett (1966) - the two-door sedan in the unadorned standard version, but with whitewall tires

When logged in, you see more images in larger size.

Opel Kadett L (1966) - Dashboard with three instruments and switch panel

When logged in, you see more images in larger size.

Opel Kadett L (1969) - A look inside the four-door sedan with luxury equipment

When logged in, you see more images in larger size.

Opel Kadett (1966) - Sectional drawing of the two-door sedan

When logged in, you see more images in larger size.

Opel Kadett L (1966) - as a four-door sedan

You have only

1 out of 11

images seen in high resolution

Summary

With the appearance of the second generation, the Opel Kadett bid farewell to its compact sportiness. With its larger, more rounded body, the new model focused much more on spaciousness and comfort than on agility and driving dynamics. Surprisingly, the suspension had nevertheless become significantly stiffer, so that the Kadett L, which appeared comfortable on the outside, was a little caught between two stools. This historical test report explains it in detail.

This article contains the following chapters

Not a German Cooper
New cadet uniform
Equipment with annoyances
Tough but safe
Is "S" enough?
Technical data

Estimated reading time: 14min

Preview (beginning of the article)

Opel once built a completely new plant in Bochum for this car. They were so sure that it would be a sales success. The proof is now in the pudding. The Opel Kadett is one of the most popular small cars, even if it has not succeeded in competing with the VW to such an extent that its registration figures have declined. Since its introduction, the Kadett has already changed its exterior once and is now offered in numerous variations with two and four doors. This change did not make it more beautiful, but it did make it bigger. That is why the engine was also given the corresponding extra power. Anyone familiar with Opel from the past will be surprised when they drive the Kadett for the first time. The suspension and damping characteristics, which had been fundamentally changed by the factory, were probably most clearly expressed in this model. The car is anything but soft, and unfortunately it is not very quiet either. However, the achievable driving performance is certainly impressive.

Welcome to Zwischengas!

Continue reading this article for free?

Images of this article

Source: