Opel GT
The 'Mini-Corvette' that brought American style to the Autobahn.
- Power
- 90 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 10.8 s
- Top speed
- 115 mph
- Est. value
- $9k–$28k
About the Opel GT
The Opel GT is a design-led sports car that famously resembles a scaled-down C3 Corvette, a result of shared General Motors DNA and styling by Clare MacKichan. Beneath the striking steel bodywork, which was manufactured by French coachbuilder Brissonneau & Lotz, the GT utilised the reliable chassis and running gear of the Opel Kadett B. The 1.9-litre 'Cam-in-Head' engine was moved back in the chassis to create a front-mid-engine layout, resulting in surprisingly balanced handling. Its most distinctive feature is the manually operated pop-up headlights that rotate 180 degrees via a large lever on the centre console. While it lacked an external boot lid, its aerodynamic efficiency and low weight made it a credible, stylish alternative to contemporary British and Japanese sports cars.
Opel GT specs
The Opel GT produces 90 bhp (67 kW) and 146 Nm (108 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 10.8 seconds and has a top speed of 115 mph (185 km/h).
| Make | Opel |
|---|---|
| Model | GT |
| Trim | 1.9 |
| Years | 1968–1973 |
| Type | Sports car |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | Germany |
| Original price | About $3,300 when new |
| Engine | 1.9-litre SOHC inline-four |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,897 cc (1.9 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 90 bhp (67 kW) at 5,100 rpm |
| Torque | 146 Nm (108 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,000 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 10.8 s |
| Top speed | 115 mph (185 km/h) |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 940 kg (2,072 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 96 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is an Opel GT worth?
A typical Opel GT is estimated to be worth $9,000 – $28,000 (about £6,700 – £21,000).
Its original price when new was about $3,300.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Opel GT rarity in CarSpot
The Opel GT is an Uncommon card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 25 out of 100. Hot hatches and premium sporty cars. An Uncommon card is worth 20 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Opel GT fun facts
- The headlights are not vacuum or motor-driven; they are flipped over manually using a heavy mechanical lever inside the cabin.
- Despite being a German car, the Opel GT's body was actually built in France by Brissonneau & Lotz because Opel's own factories were at full capacity.
- The car has no opening boot or hatch; luggage must be loaded through the doors and placed in the carpeted area behind the seats.