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1972 Opel Manta 1.9 GT/E

by Paul on May 21, 2013 in Opel with 1 Comment

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With the introduction of the Mustang in 1964, Ford was successful in taking the rather ordinary Falcon and turning into something extraordinary that consumers lusted after. While the Plymouth Barracuda went on sale two weeks before the Mustang, it was when the Mustang was launched that the Pony Car wars begun. A similar trend followed across the pond, with the introduction of the Ford Capri in 1969 with the tagline “The Car You Always Promised Yourself.” One year later, Opel decided to have a go at the coupe market with the Manta, which was based on the Ascona. This car had a cult following amongst the youth in West Germany and even had a movie named after it entitled Manta, Manta. The Manta was also one of a handful of Opels that would be sold on Buick forecourts in the US market.

This Manta for sale south of Nuremberg, Germany is the hot one, the GT/E, which has the 1.9 liter engine with Bosch L Jetronic fuel-injection.

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Year: 1972
Model: Manta GT/E
Engine: 1.9 liter inline four
Transmission: 5-speed manual
Mileage: 34,700 km (~ 21,500 mi)
Price: €18,900 ($24,335 USD)

Click for Details: 1972 Opel Manta GT/E on Mobile.de

Manta A 1.9E (GT/E) in 1a condition. The car was rebuilt at the end of the 1990s with no expense spared. Overhauled engine, 5-speed gearbox, brakes, internally ventilated Supersprint exhaust system with headers, new headliner and new carpet, sports seats from the i200, ATS 7×13 with 205 tires. Recent TÜV inspection, service, H-plate. A very nice vehicle that is hard to find in this condition. Sit down, drive on, have fun.

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I’ve always liked the look of these early Mantas, as they foreshadowed a bit of the E24 6 series in their front profile. My father bought a 1972 Manta Rallye new from the Buick dealer. The Rallye was a sport package that included a different gear ratio, tighter suspension, fog lights and a gauge package. It also could be differentiated by its hood, which was painted black. He still looks back on that car fondly and it’s not surprising, given their excellent handling and noted racing successes.

Over $20,000 for a Manta is serious coin. Even though they are different cars, the closest thing we got to the GT/E in the US was the Rallye. On a good day, the best Rallye out there might fetch $7,000 to $10,000 in this market. Then again, the Manta is beloved in its domestic market, so this car might scratch the itch for someone on a serious trip down memory lane.

-Paul

Week In Review

by Paul on May 12, 2013 in BMW, Dinan, Mercedes Benz, Porsche, Volkswagen, Week in Review with No comments

Welcome to Week in Review, where we’ll take a look at some of the vehicles featured on GCFSB over the last three weeks:

The 1965 BMW 3200CS did not sell at $199,900 and has been relisted at the same price: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car

The 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300SL 5-speed manual sold for $7,595: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car

The 1972 BMW Bavaria sold for $11,400: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car

The 1988 BMW 528e sold for $8,300: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car

The 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SL sold for $26,800: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car

The 1988 Volkswagen Cabrio did not sell, failing to meet its reserve at $3,850: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car

The 1964 Volkswagen Type III Notchback did not sell, failing to meet its reserve with a final bid of $10,100: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car

The 1988 Porsche 924SE garnered no bids with a starting price of $6,500. The car has been relisted with an opening bid of $6,250: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car

The 1995 BMW 530i DINAN did not sell, failing to meet its reserve at $5,600: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car

The Porsche 968 M030 with the odd color combination did not sell and has been relisted with a lower starting bid of $17,500: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car

-Paul

1972 BMW Bavaria

by Paul on April 25, 2013 in BMW with No comments

The BMW E3, or New Six, as it was known, was a step in the right direction for BMW in the late 1960s. This, along with the 2002 “New Class” helped better define the vehicle lineup and began to cement the company’s position as a manufacturer of sporty, efficient sedans. Unlike its predecessor we featured earlier in the week, the 3200CS, the New Six had a more advanced overhead cam engine and unit body construction.

It was famous vehicle importer Max Hoffman that goaded BMW into making a special model for the US market, called the Bavaria. This car had less luxury features that the 2800 model featured, but did feature the larger, 2.8 liter inline six. The Bavaria gained a bit of notoriety over the years, as former First Lady Jaqueline Kennedy Onassis was known for piloting her Bavaria around Manhattan in the years following her marriage to Aristotle Onassis and subsequent relocation to New York.

This Bavaria for sale in California, while not the most mint example out there, is a great example of a practical classic that you could not only use, but keep up with modern day traffic.

Year: 1972
Model: Bavaria
Engine: 2.8 liter inline six
Transmission: 5-speed manual
Mileage: N/A
Price: No reserve auction

1972 BMW Bavaria on eBay

This is a super nice 1972 BMW Bavaria that has been owned and restored by a true BMW enthusiast. It has the great color combination of alpine white with blue vinyl interior. The vinyl is the original herringbone and the carpets are the original wool and I’ve added new custom floor mats. The paint and chrome are in really good condition and the car is 99% rust free. Over $8,000 in recent receipts that include a rebuilt 3.5 liter big six motor, new triple side draft Weber carburetors, a Gertrag 5 speed transmission, Stahl header and all new suspension. Suspension components include new Bilstein sport shocks, Ireland Engineering lowering springs, new urethane bushings, larger sway bars and control arms. The wheels are vintage staggered Alpinas that include the rare matching center caps and performance tires. I’ve added a vintage style digital stereo with new speakers and an Ipod hookup in the glove box as well. This car was built to run and is very fast, sounds amazing and handles extremely well. Although it might not be concours condition, this Bavaria is one of the best in the country and it is sure to turn heads at any BMW event.

I have the car for sale locally and I reserve the right to remove the listing if I accept a local offer.

The aftermarket Alpina wheels don’t do a lot for this car, in my opinion. Hopefully the seller has the original wheels, or ones that are sized more appropriately for this car. While receipts for recent upgrades and work are available, it would be nice to know a little more about the history of this car, along with the mileage figure that is on this particular chassis. Naturally, E3 sedans don’t bring as much as their two-door counterparts, and at $13,000, we’re probably a bit overpriced. Given the state of this car and the information provided, I’d say we’re probably somewhere around the $8,000 to $10,000 mark.

-Paul

Week in Review

by Paul on April 21, 2013 in Week in Review with No comments

Welcome to Week in Review, where we’ll take a look at some of the vehicles featured on GCFSB over the last three weeks:

The 1957 Mercedes-Benz 190SL did not sell, failing to meet its reserve with a final bid of $50,200: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car

The 1995 Mercedes-Benz E320 Estate sold for $9,600: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car

The 1995 BMW 840Ci did not sell and has been relisted with a Buy It Now price of $17,995: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car

The 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500E sold for $10,200: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car

The 1985 Porsche 928S did not sell and has been relisted with a lower Buy It Now price of $22,000: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car

The 1988 BMW M5 did not meet its reserve with a final bid of $16,450. The car has been relisted. Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car

The 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton W12 sold for $18,500: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car

The 1968 Volkswagen Type III Fastback sold rather quickly for $12,200: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car

The 1972 BMW 2002 sold for $25,000: Closed Auction | Our Post on this Car

-Paul

Restored 1972 BMW 2002tii – REVISIT

by Nate on April 18, 2013 in BMW, Revisit with 4 Comments

The 1972 BMW 2002tii we featured last month is back up for sale, with a $28,500 Buy It Now price.

1972 BMW 2002tii on eBay – REVISIT

The below post originally appeared on our site March 21, 2013:

As I hear and smell and feel the parts of my 1988 BMW, I’m constantly reminded that I am not driving a modern car – and I like it. And as most car contemplations go, my next thought is “so, what’s the next level?” Pushing further back in BMW’s history brings up two main objects of desire: the E9 3.0CSi and the 2002tii. The tii was the pinnacle of accessible 2002s and created a whole new benchmark for sporty sedans. For all the light-quick-fun praise lavished upon the Mk1 GTI, the 2002 was roughly the same weight with 20 more horsepower… a decade earlier. Sounds like a hoot to me.

I love that the 80s brought the zenith of non-computerized cars, but if I did follow my brain further back in history, this 1972 2002tii is the kind of vintage Bavarian that I want. A good example was brought back to greatness with a frame-on restoration including paint, interior, and engine. You could eat off any piece of this car, including the spare wheel well and the engine compartment. The only modifications are a 5-speed transmission and some later wheels, keeping it looking like a forgotten showroom model, preserved for your enjoyment today.

Year: 1972
Model: 2002tii
Engine: 2.0l inline-4, 130hp
Transmission: 5-speed manual
Mileage: 79,800 before recent overhaul
Price: Reserve auction, currently at $17.6k, Buy It Now at $29,500

1972 BMW 2002tii for sale on eBay

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Here is a chance to own mint condition original California native rust free 1972 BMW 2002Tii in Grey metallic color (Arktisblau Metallic #045). This BMW is original Tii model with matching number. The previous owner upgraded this car from a 4-speed to a 5-speed transmission. I purchased this car in winter 2010 and have since driven it less than 3,000 miles. At the time of my purchase the car had the original paint and it was solid car to begin with, however I did the frame on restoration and painted the car only because the metallic paint on the roof & rear truck of the car faded due to sun exposure. Likewise, the car went through complete engine overhaul last year using all OEM parts (Bavaria Auto repair, spent over $6,500). The car drives very strong and the 5 speed transmission shifts smooth. All electrical works as it should. The interior and the exterior are in mint condition; please check the photos as it reflects the condition. I believe I’m the 2nd or the 3rd owner of this car, but I do not have any supporting history records to sustain this fact.

I know I nitpick these ads, but it’s not “mint condition original” if it’s had an overhaul. But at least it’s all been done LIKE original! We’ve had some awesome 2002s here recently with wild colors and huge fenders, but this one encapsulates what made this car such a sea-change for BMW: simple and great looks, a tight package and a fun little engine. Almost $30k is pushing the envelope for me even with all of the work done to it. Considering the amazing Colorado Orange 2002tii Paul featured 2 weeks ago sold for $16k with fewer miles and a similar restoration, I’m going to have to suggest this seller ease up a bit and drop his price about $10k.

-NR

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