«Опель Манта» вышел в свет в 1970 году.This car almost immediately became popular. The fact is that at that time the Ford Capri was very much in demand. Therefore, the German automaker decided to give an answer to the American concern and released a sports coupe.
Briefly about the model
The car "Opel Manta" was built according to the scheme 2 + 2. This is the real coupe. His design is very interesting. Even if now, in the 21st century, this car will pass through the city, everyone will pay attention to it.
From the front, the car is decorated with twin round headlights. Another feature - frameless doors and chrome-plated shiny details. The body of the model is very original - everything in it and says about its dynamics.
And the car is really good.Even the very first versions were offered with a powerful 1.9-liter 105-horsepower engine. In addition to him, potential buyers could purchase a model with a 68 hp motor. (1.6 liters). Then came the injection unit for 80 hp. And then a 1.9-liter 90-horsepower engine.
It should be noted that the coupe "Opel Manta" photowhich is provided above, offered in two trim levels: SR (sports) and L. There was another model - Berlinetta. The highlight of this car was a black hood, as well as a sports steering wheel and a regular tachometer.
The fastest car was the one under the hoodwhich was engine 1.9 S. Its maximum speed was 188 km / h. The next in terms of performance was the 1.6GT / E engine. With such a unit, the car accelerated to 164 km / h. And, finally, the lowest speed was in the model with the 1.6 S engine. It was 154 km / h.
Further production
In 1975, the release of the second generation began.The front end has changed a little, and the round headlights have been replaced by square ones. But most importantly, they expanded the range of engines. Two carburetor engines were added - for 90 and 75 "horses". And in 1977 they began to produce cars with units that have direct fuel injection. Motor 1.9E was the most powerful, because it produced 105 hp All engines worked in tandem with 4-speed "mechanics".
The best versions were considered cars "OpelManta »B GT / E Coupe. In these trim levels, the car received engines for 100, 105 and 110 hp. The maximum speed was respectively 180, 185 and 187 km / h. Interestingly, these models were equipped with sports seats and alloy wheels. If the buyer wanted, then for an additional fee could install a 5-speed gearbox.
At that time, such models cost about 15,000 German marks (this is about 570,000 rubles). But the price of the most powerful version was about 20,000 DM.
Last years
Interestingly, there were also versions of "Manty" in the backhatchback They were issued ten years, since 1978. The best thing about them was a spacious cabin with extra space for things and power units. Completely different was the engine in the Opel Manta. 2.0-liter, 100-strong - with such a motor car accelerated to 163 km / h. True, still offered engines for 90 and 75 hp smaller volume.
These cars are no longer produced since 1988.Now they are quite difficult to find on sale, but possible. True, there is one drawback - age. But the "Manta" - a reliable car, if it requires investments, it is only on the body. If you manage to find it on sale, then it will cost approximately 80-100 tr.
