Opel Manta A
Model Introduction
The Opel Manta A, launched in 1970, was a stylish rear-wheel-drive coupé designed to take on the Ford Capri in the growing European sports coupé market. Styled under George Gallion with crisp lines, a long bonnet, and a distinctive coke-bottle waistline, it was offered with a range of four-cylinder engines and found success in both showroom sales and motorsport. Praised for its balanced handling and everyday practicality, the Manta A gave Opel a credible image boost and remains a sought-after example of 1970s German sporting style.
Manta for the masses
February 1971 – CAR Magazine
With virtues abounding the Opel Manta Rallye is closer than most to being the family man's GT
Giant Test
June 1972 – CAR Magazine
Opel Manta 1.6S v Toyota Celica 1.6ST
Long distance Manta
May 1973 – CCC Magazine
If 'Mutter' can do it so can we - 16,000 miles in an Opel mit Minnow, Koni shocks and a few more goodies