1978 Opel Monza A1 review from Germany
"Opels masterpiece -- a dream of a car!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
None at all, as far as the company's quality of manufacturing at those days are concerned.
Today there are in fact some strange noises, part from the steering, part from the motor.
General comments?
This car is fast, big, comfortable, reliable, and thirsty.
It seems to be made of solid steel.
The combinable cabin-boot is huge enough to lay asleep in it at night on real long journeys throughout Europe.
I think of keeping this one forever.
However, the German Opel dealers don't have a clue of kindness and quality.
At several times they have even tried to sell used parts as-- and for the price of-- new ones, so I would never again buy another Opel.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.8 S Manual |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 1/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 3/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 110000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 155000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Mercedes-Benz W123 |
| Date of Entry | 17th April, 2002 |