The appearance of this Opel Ascona leaves no doubt about it: this version is completely different. It has the appearance of a rally car, a powerhouse, but there is still a normal engine under the hood. It is wonderful that there are people who want to express their personal ideas in this way. Someone who likes sportsmanship simply drives another classic.
The car has a very attractive bright yellow color, with a wide spoiler under the grille and a narrower spoiler on the trunk. The eye-catching floodlights make this Opel Ascona a striking appearance. It is clear that the car is cherished as a hobby; he is only allowed on the road in good, dry weather.
Youth policy
It is a fact that the preference for color among the older generation of enthusiasts is shifting to more and more shades of gray. That is why it is so nice that Christiaan and Baukje, as young people in their twenties, maintain this, so that the history remains alive. This young couple is dripping with passion. And passion, as enthusiasts we know better than anyone, is what drives you and gives you energy! As far as Christiaan is concerned, it is a bit genetic; his father is a car mechanic and initially breathed new life into this Ascona.
Short history of the Opel Ascona
His father bought the Opel Ascona around 2000, then still in its original condition, and first put it away to be restored later. That happened in 2010. It gave him incredible satisfaction to see the Opel rise from its ashes in a completely new guise. Nevertheless, plans were made to exchange the car for a new love, an Opel Ascona B. However, Christiaan put a stop to this and took over his father's Opel Ascona, with a mileage of less than 52.000 km, for a now almost 50 years old oldtimer.
Opel Ascona striking in traffic
Of course it is still a smooth and handy car in traffic. The cosmetic adjustments make it a very attractive appearance. The car offers plenty of comfort and driving pleasure as an oldtimer/classic. It is certain that the Opel makes the hearts of Christiaan and his wife Baukje beat faster. The Ascona has thus become an individualist with a unique charm. Can you imagine that they get a warm feeling for this Opel Ascona, something that cannot be expressed in money?
Viewing pleasure
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To put it bluntly, he looks slick. In addition, I would expect it to look the same under the hood. There I see the brake booster with master cylinder that actually doesn't look like it. It is not very visible, but the wiper motor also looks oxidized, just like the ignition coil. And what is that weird 'sausage' that's on top along the edge of the air filter? I don't know that from the original, at least in my memory. I like the original, but to each his own. Always believe that a car should be as fast as it looks. Also in a bright color like this one. By the way, it's just beautiful!
And I also think my brother's Ascona is beautiful in original condition, 1972, 1.6 automatic
Dear Olaf
The engine of the Opel Ascona is a 2,0 s
Good regards
Nicely done, very neat. Have fun with it! And bring it on, those free articles about Opels or any brand. Regards, Ivar (subscriber of AMK and owns a few oldies of various brands: Citroën, NSU, Peugeot, Renault and VW)
The Opel Ascona:
One of the most beautiful Opels in automotive history for Jan Modaal…. After the Ford Capri of course. At least for me.
Beautiful appearance. The ideal compromise between deflating on a real rally car or enjoying the affordable looks of a rally car. Although I would never ride this myself, I understand the approach and the pleasure of the owners. I myself own some real rally cars, oh well, what are you doing on the road with them.. at 70 km / h and a consumption of.. slurping.. 😀
I definitely like him! But which engine is in it? You expect at least the 1900HL (Hochleistung) that made its debut in the Rekord Sprint of 2200 with the disappearance of the 1967 “Six”. Then you have 117 hp at your disposal.
I think jacking up the rear is definitely out of place on this car!
Another story about an Opel, this time not from the stock of a dealer from Wolvega.
That's not too bad, isn't it? The last Opel was already 2 months ago.