1980 Opel Manta GT/E review from Netherlands
"An everlasting eye-catcher"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Replaced the radiator preventively, it was beginning to leak cooling fluid.
Replaced the interior carpet, because the color it didn't match the color of the seats, which are red and black.
I found carpet in the same colour of the seats, looks great!!
The Opel dealers and mechanics do not have much knowledge anymore about the Manta.
General comments?
My car is now 23 years old, and it still looks great. It gets looks from everyone who sees it. It's still a real eye-catcher! This is my third Manta, and it still got the looks!!!
The Manta handles a bit heavier than my other car (a Calibra), but it's driving characteristics are much more down to earth than the Calibra. It's much more fun.
The Manta is a real driver's car, the car is not everyone's friend in driving.
Especially in winter you have to watch out.
The Recaro's are really super seats, and mine are still completely intact.
If you treat the car with respect, it will treat you the same way.
It has a simple and reliable technique and parts are still good to come by, at fairly low prices, but mostly not at the Opel dealers.
If you take good care of the body (rust), the car will serve you almost everlasting.
In Holland there is a very active Opel Manta Club, and the members support Manta owners in every way possible.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.0 Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 142000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 145000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Opel Calibra |
| Date of Entry | 21st May, 2003 |