This 1974 Opel Manta is a red-over-gray coupe that is described as a running project, and it was acquired by the seller in January 2021 following an extended period of storage. The car is powered by a 1.9L inline-four paired with a four-speed manual transmission, and equipment includes slotted 13″ aluminum wheels and a single exhaust outlet. The seller notes that the braking system does not function and the car will require a mechanical overhaul before it can be driven, and it is currently registered as planned non-operational in the state of California. This Manta project is offered at no reserve with a California title in the seller’s name.
The bodywork is finished in red and accented by bright trim, and during prior ownership the bumpers were removed. Features include a front-hinged hood, “Manta” and “1900” badging, and pop-out rear quarter windows. Corrosion is noted on the lower windshield cowl area and the quarter panels, and additional flaws include paint chipping, scratches, indentations, missing trim, deteriorating rubber seals and weatherstripping, and missing side mirrors and antenna.
Slotted 13″ aluminum wheels are mounted with a mix of BFGoodrich and Daytona tires that have visible sidewall cracks. The seller states that the brakes are inoperative and the system has to be overhauled before the car can be driven.
The gray interior features front bucket seats and a rear bench seat with torn upholstery. The dashboard has visible cracks, and worn-through and discolored carpets are shown further in the gallery. Some of the audio components have been removed.
The two-spoke steering wheel exhibits fading and fronts instrumentation that includes a 130-mph speedometer, a 7k-rpm tachometer, and auxiliary gauges. The five-digit odometer shows 11k miles and true mileage is unknown. The title contains a Not Actual Mileage brand.
The 1.9L inline-four features a single carburetor and is said to run, though the seller states it will require further service.
Power is sent to the rear wheels through a four-speed manual transmission. Additional images showing the condition of the underside are included in the gallery below.
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Auction Result
| Winning Bid | USD $850 by powerload |
| Auction Ended | September 6, 2021 at 2:31PM PT |
| Bids | 8 |
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Seller: Daniel_H
Location: El Cerrito, California 94530Listing Details
- Chassis: 0L77N55074856
- 11k Miles Shown, TMU
- 1.9L Inline-Four
- Four-Speed Manual Transmission
- Red Exterior
- Gray Interior
- Slotted 13" Aluminum Wheels
- Single Exhaust Outlet
- Running Project
Private Party or Dealer: Private Party
Lot #54632
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