Test Drive Opel GT since 2007 Convertible
Late arrival
Opel GT. Price: 1199000 rub. On sale: from the second half of 2008 The fact that not all cars reach the domestic market, no one secret. So, appeared in Europe in 2007, the roadster Opel GT did not have planned to sell. But things are changing, and possibly as early as this year, limited edition will come in Russian showrooms
The test drive is no longer a new car, but the future new items for the domestic market took place in Hungary. For the first time, Opel GT was shown at the Geneva Motor Show in 2006, and the sale of the car began in 2007.
Opel GT is produced in America and first of all for America. The delay in the emergence of the car in the Russian market is due not only to high cost, but also to the small class of roadster. Due to absolute sportiness and, accordingly, small practicality, the roadster is not intended for year-round daily exploitation. In Russia, certainly. But seasonal cars are becoming increasingly popular.
Opel GT returned after a long lack. Coupe produced from 1965 to 1973 and it was sold about 100 thousand. Pcs. Many collectors still hunt for surviving specimens. A modern novelty is significantly different from the predecessor not only by the new design and modern technologies, but also the body type. Now it is a roadster with a soft roof, which can be folded in a few seconds. But it will have to do this manually. Most likely, this is due to the struggle for the mass: GT it is 1300 kg. A turbocharged gasoline engine of 2.0 l and a capacity of 264 hp is installed. The power unit is hidden under the large hood, which opens forward, that recently come across extremely rare.
Double Salon Opel GT by Sports Tesne. Seats have pronounced side support and fix the body with lateral overloads. Otherwise, this is the usual Opel. Familiar dashboard, standard climate adjustments.
The first 100 km / h Opel GT gaining 5.7 seconds. Maximum speed is 240 km / h. As for the suspension, it is more comfortable. small banks observed during sudden maneuvering. Suspension perfectly customized for fast driving on motorways, as a consequence of supplies, primarily to the US market. Manual 6-speed transmission features clear inclusions, but with elongated strokes manual lever. The gear ratios are chosen well. The first and second transmission short, which allows us to accelerate the most intense. Heavy wheel makes managing informative. Also worth noting is the brakes: they effectively upset the car at high speed.
Opel GT is equipped with a stabilization system, which can only disable confident drivers. Without it, the GT gets a toy with a very daring character, and then trying to break into the deep lateral slip. It will be able to assess the true rear-drive fans. GT interesting and unique car in the Opel range. His fate in Russia vague, but there are certainly fans.
Ancestor The first generation Opel GT was produced from 1965 to 1973. For such a short time, the car managed to make a lot of noise. His appearance at the Frankfurt Motor Show was like thunder. Among the GT cars masses stood alone. Modern, sporty design, excellent handling characteristics, more importantly, he belongs to a class coupe with classic rear-wheel drive. Opel GT something copied American cars of the time, but he had a big advantage reasonable price. Therefore, the car and sold the 100,000th circulation in such a short time of existence.
Driving
The powerful engine and well-chosen gear ratios of the transmission led to good speakers.
Salon Finishing materials are not different from those used in other models.
Comfort
Opel GT is comfortable, but in sports.
Security
In addition to standard security systems Opel GT is equipped with additional arcs security for passengers.
Price
In some ways, the price is justified, but, given the specificity of the vehicle on the market he will have is not easy.
Advantages and disadvantages + Powerful engine, informative steering, good brakes.
- Very small trunk, close interior.
Specifications
Make and model - Opel GT
Dimensions - 4100x1813x1274 mm
Engine - Gasoline 1998 cm3, 264 HP / 5300 min-1
Transmission - manual, 6-speed
Dynamics - max 240 km / h; 5.7 to 100 km / h
Competitors - Alfa Romeo Spider, Mazda MX-5.
Our opinion
Opel GT An attractive sports car that has retained the names of the brand. It has a powerful engine, a balanced suspension, classic rear-wheel drive. In Russia, will definitely find fans, but how many of them will be difficult. It is impossible not to take into account the high cost, practicality and low seasonal operation.
Posted by: Maxim Egorov
A source: Journal 5 Wheel [August 2008]
