Jack Posted October 1, 2014 Share Posted October 1, 2014 Here are some pictures of my Hatch! I will keep updating this the more pictures I get 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MicsManta Posted October 1, 2014 Share Posted October 1, 2014 well done jack, we all knew you would get one one day and what a stunner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andyc Posted October 1, 2014 Share Posted October 1, 2014 Good one Jack, looks like a nice early GTE Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRAZYDAVE Posted October 1, 2014 Share Posted October 1, 2014 Love the early ones check trim same as mine Really happy for you enjoy it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H-400 Posted October 1, 2014 Share Posted October 1, 2014 Nice car Jack, cungratulations! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MANTAMAN Posted October 1, 2014 Share Posted October 1, 2014 That is a nice Manta, bet you can't get the grin off your face !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve price Posted October 1, 2014 Share Posted October 1, 2014 very nice jack, what about changing the decals to red,refurb the wheels to exclusive style,change the clocks,chicaco trim,hey presto exclusive ,only pullin yr chain,really made up for you steve 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MANTAMAN Posted October 2, 2014 Share Posted October 2, 2014 The only thing i'd be tempted to do to this Manta would have the door handles painted white, before you all start screemimg it's just me, i have always thought that they stick out like the proverbial soar thumb, one blob of balck in a single coloured side ( below waist line ) probably penny pinching accountants and production difficulties that stopped Oples doing this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mantney Posted October 2, 2014 Share Posted October 2, 2014 Nice one Jack. You enjoy it old boy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plumster Posted October 2, 2014 Share Posted October 2, 2014 Top colour, looks nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRAZYDAVE Posted October 2, 2014 Share Posted October 2, 2014 (edited) The only thing i'd be tempted to do to this Manta would have the door handles painted white, before you all start screemimg it's just me, i have always thought that they stick out like the proverbial soar thumb, one blob of balck in a single coloured side ( below waist line ) probably penny pinching accountants and production difficulties that stopped Oples doing this. Each to their own but i like the black handles any time i see one with body coloured handles it make me think the cars had a cheap respray and they havent bothered to mask or remove them unless its a black car of course lol Edited October 2, 2014 by CRAZYDAVE 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big B i200 Posted October 2, 2014 Share Posted October 2, 2014 Here's to many years to enjoy it. Looks a lovely buy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smiffy220 Posted October 2, 2014 Share Posted October 2, 2014 Looks like a nice example that Jack. Polar white? Is that exhaust right though, I don't know much about hatches, but looks to stick out a way that one eh? Enjoy the car, we're all pleased to know you've got one at last! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garymanc Posted October 2, 2014 Share Posted October 2, 2014 just start looking for rust now Jack Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rapierdave Posted October 2, 2014 Share Posted October 2, 2014 (edited) Hi Jack Looks a lovely example of a hatch. I do have a soft spot for white Manta's though They are very easy to steal though so make sure you get some security devices on it like a steering wheel lock & alarm. Edited October 2, 2014 by Rapierdave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julian Posted October 2, 2014 Share Posted October 2, 2014 just start looking for rust now Jack Look for it??? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Posted October 2, 2014 Author Share Posted October 2, 2014 It's really something to think I have got my very own Manta now! Just got a small problem with it which I will post in the electrical section, but basically needs jump starting every time now as of yesterday. The exhaust is a brand new half system and sounds really nice but since you can't get original systems anymore it has had to be fitted with a more suitable one. Had the most emotional drive back ever driving the Manta 3 hours back I could have cried all the way back. The wheels are mint and have been refurbished but in slightly the wrong shade of white but nevertheless they are still mint. As my first Manta I am chuffed to bits with it and once I get this electrical problem sorted I will be able to enjoy it more and thanks for the comments 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scribe of Lincoln Posted October 2, 2014 Share Posted October 2, 2014 Congratulations Jack. I'm sure I have a correct size black Manta GTE badge that you can have for free for the back. PM me your address and I can post or drop off when I'm down your way. Best interior for a GTE by the way - love Daytona Check! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MicsManta Posted October 2, 2014 Share Posted October 2, 2014 that interior is the same as mine but in slightly (meaning alot) better condition. how was the seat on the drive back because my seats the foam was not very good, so my spine was hiting the metal backing and i ended up with a bad back if i drove the car for more than about 1 hour. Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Posted October 2, 2014 Author Share Posted October 2, 2014 There is nothing more comfortable than sitting in my Manta I find them really comfy! Thinking of getting a seat cover preferably an Opel one but I also love looking at them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Exclusive Opel Posted October 2, 2014 Share Posted October 2, 2014 The only thing i'd be tempted to do to this Manta would have the door handles painted white, before you all start screemimg it's just me, i have always thought that they stick out like the proverbial soar thumb, one blob of balck in a single coloured side ( below waist line ) probably penny pinching accountants and production difficulties that stopped Oples doing this. I thought this and I painted mine: Love a white hatch but I am biased! Well done Jack! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Posted October 2, 2014 Author Share Posted October 2, 2014 Congratulations Jack. I'm sure I have a correct size black Manta GTE badge that you can have for free for the back. PM me your address and I can post or drop off when I'm down your way. Best interior for a GTE by the way - love Daytona Check! Thanks Ben really appreciate it and I would love the decal if you have it. I think my GT/E decal is in the wrong place too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sutty2006 Posted October 3, 2014 Share Posted October 3, 2014 Brilliant Jack. Have you sorted the battery issue yet? Or any closer to its culprit? On the subject of Recaros, mine hurts my back.... always has done even the 1200 mile trip to holland and back left me in pieces! Jack, does your seat go back far enough? I know us taller lads might struggle abit but my knees touch my steering wheel sometimes! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Posted October 3, 2014 Author Share Posted October 3, 2014 Brilliant Jack. Have you sorted the battery issue yet? Or any closer to its culprit? On the subject of Recaros, mine hurts my back.... always has done even the 1200 mile trip to holland and back left me in pieces! Jack, does your seat go back far enough? I know us taller lads might struggle abit but my knees touch my steering wheel sometimes! My seat goes far enough back on the standard runners to be honest. I have always found that a Manta seat is the most comfortable seat ever in my opinion and I have always found them very comfy. What I could do with the seat is bolt it further back and have a better driving position I suppose. I am sorting the battery issue tomorrow because I think it is a combination of the alternator and battery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sutty2006 Posted October 3, 2014 Share Posted October 3, 2014 Ahh. You'd love the recaros in my mondeo then. They're even better. I'll let you sit in it next time you at Billing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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