Vehicle Details
- Year: 1973
- Make: Opel
- Model: GT
- VIN: 773204074
- Mileage Shown: 31,304mi (TMU)
- Transmission: Manual
- Title Status: Bill of Sale
- Color: Orange
- Seller Type: Private Party
- Location: Easton, CT 06612
- Lot #: V-0047077
Debuting in 1965 at the Paris and Frankfurt motor shows, the first-generation Opel GT, often referred to as the “Baby Corvette,” utilized mechanical components from the contemporary Opel Kadett B and showcased a sporty design reminiscent of the 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. This non-running project vehicle was acquired by its long-time owner and stored in a barn for many years with the intention of restoring it. A 1.9-liter inline-four is paired with a 4-speed manual transmission. Finished in orange over a black interior, this GT is an ideal candidate for restoration and is now being offered for auction at no reserve by its seller out of Connecticut.
The Opel GT features a sporty fastback roofline, distinctive 180-degree rotating pop-up headlights, a low, wide stance, sharply sloped nose, and smooth curves. This example includes aftermarket side mirrors and shows signs of wear, such as corrosion, dents, scratches, and other imperfections on various panels and the undercarriage. It rides on 13” steel wheels with dry-rotted tires that still hold air. Detailed images are provided in the gallery.
The cabin features black upholstery, spanning the seats, door panels, and dashboard. Equipment includes a three-spoke steering wheel, a suite of instrumentation, and a center console. Signs of wear are consistent throughout the interior, and the functionality of the gauges and accessories has not been confirmed.
Under the bonnet, a front mid-mounted non-running 1.9-liter inline-four engine drives the rear wheels through a 4-speed manual transmission. This vehicle presents an excellent restoration opportunity, with a collection of parts included in the sale.
This sale will include an air pump and a bill of sale.
The seller would like you to know: “This Opel GT has been sitting in a barn for many many years. Please see my other listing for a second Opel GT from the same barn. I’m listing this for sale because the 88-year-old Owner was told by his brother to remove it from his barn as he is selling the property. I know zero about the cars prior history to resting in the barn. See pics for condition. I have not tried to get it running or investigating possible issues. This is a candidate for a total resto or what ever you see fit. I will answer any questions that I can.”
Auction Results
- Sold for: $250
- Auction End: Aug 08, 2024 06:50:00PM UTC
- Number of Bids: 1
Comments (5)
Sold for $250
Honestly whether both of you or right or not - you are only talking about the state of Connecticut and people bid from the other 49 here, including myself. A BOS is not enough most places to get a title without a ton of other work. A lot of "lost title" services dried up when the Vermont loophole closed last summer.
Bid in the amount of $250
@TheVintageCarGuy thank you for your comment. You are not correct. Connecticut does not require a title for vehicles that are more than 20 model years old. This is according to Connecticut State Law Title 14, Section 14-166, which exempts these vehicles from requiring a certificate of title.
@ Crashklein "This vehicle presents an excellent restoration opportunity" Not unless you have a title. A bill of sale isn't enough for any car newer than 1972. Unlike the 69 you have up for sale, without a title, this is a parts car if all you can offer is a bill of sale.