1969 OPEL GT with 1.9 motor / 4 Speed Manual - in Excellent Condition Inside/Out

1969 Opel GT Base Model Additional Info:

FOR SALE: 1969 OPEL GT with 1.9 motor / 4 speed transmission

Car runs well, is mechanically sound and rust-free. 93,000 miles indicated, Total Mileage Unknown

This almost completely stock 1969 Opel GT is finished in Cardinal Red over black vinyl upholstery and powered by a 1.9-liter inlinefour-cylinder engine producing 102 HP, paired with a four-speed manual transmission.

The cam-in-head 1.9L inline-four is fed by a single downdraft Weber 32/36 carburetor, replacing the original Solex carb for improved reliability. The stock distributor points are replaced by a Pertronics electronic ignition and coil.

This example features a chrome-finished wraparound front bumper and split rear bumperettes as well as unique side-rotating headlights, left and right side-view mirror, and optional quad Monza exhaust outlets with polished finishers. Also included aresteel 13” wheels, power-assisted front disc brakes, retractable headlights, quad polished exhaust outlets, a dealer-optional wood-rimmed steering wheel, high-back bucket seats, lap and shoulder belts, and a factory AM radio.The car was repainted in 2022.

Silver-finished 13″ steel wheels feature bright trim rings and Opel-logo hubcaps and are mounted with 175/70R13 Westlake RP18 tires with a date code of May 2022.

This Opel GT is now offered with extensive purchase receipts, manufacturer’s literature, and a clean Ohio title in the seller’s name.

Engine Bay:

New Weber 32/36 carb, air cleaner

• New Pertronics electronic ignition, Pertronix Flame Thrower Ignition Coil
• New distributor cap, wires, plugs
• New radiator cap, oil cap
• New fuel pump and filter
• New radiator hoses
• New starter

Mechanical:

• New 4 speed transmission, mounts
• New front brakes – calipers, rotors, pads, hoses
• New rear drum brakes – drums, shoes, hoses
• New Exhaust from head pipe to muffler, quad Monza exhaust
• New KYB shocks, shock tower caps, front shock tower bushings
• New steering rack boots and outer tie rod ends, fresh alignment and balance
• New wiring harnesses, rebuilt fuse box.
• New battery, battery tray, battery quick disconnect

Exterior:

• Recent base coat/clearcoat paint
• Repainted OEM wheels
• New chrome trim rings, lug nuts.
• New Opel emblems
• New Opel chrome locking gas cap
• New turn signal light bulbs and lenses
• New halogen headlights
• New left and right rear-view mirrors

Interior:

The stock bucket seats are upholstered in replica black vinyl with pleated basketweave inserts. Black carpeted floor mats with red piping line the footwells. Additional appointments include replacement carpeting, a leather finished console surrounding the shifter, lap and shoulder belts, hand-crank windows, and a Delco Kadett AM push-button radio.

The upgraded wood-rimmed three-spoke steering wheel frames stock VDO instrumentation consisting of a 150-mph speedometer and a tachometer. A clock and auxiliary gauges for amperage, oil pressure, coolant temperature, and fuel level are located atop the center stack. The five-digit mechanical odometer shows 93k miles, but total mileage is unknown. Recent replacement interior parts include:

• New ABS dash cover
• New shifter boot
• New seat back covers, front carpet set, floor mats
• New interior rear-viewmirror
• New sun visors
• New clock
• New door weatherstripping

Known Issues:

• Speedometer is inaccurate below 30 mph (probably the drive cable).
• The original OEM AM radio works, but no speakers are installed
• Wipers do not park when turned off