oldwheels Posted October 6, 2015 Share Posted October 6, 2015 Reluctant sale of this rare car, just look to see how many are for sale1988 OPEL MANTA GTE EXCLUSIVE COUPEmileage 108,984 The car has been fitted with new sills, one jacking point, one wheel arch, swan necks repaired and a few other places made good. Underside is now solid and all repairs were carried out well, was metallic black but has been painted straight black, more practical. New battery, fuel pipes, serviced, lowered 35mm, front arm bushes replaced with poly bushes, clutch is slightly high may need adjustment or just lack of use, slight blow on exhaust due to being put on a trailer This car is not concourse but is a well useable classic car, bodywork is all good and solid, interior is in very good order for year, car drives well no smoke or nasty noises.An opportunity to acquire an appreciating asset MOT IS DUE .June 8th 2016 Car has only done 60 miles since mot Car is in Wales, No timewasters, please look at the photos.£2,950 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pws1 Posted October 7, 2015 Share Posted October 7, 2015 Hi interested in the manta what's the reg umber ? Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
opelnz Posted October 8, 2015 Share Posted October 8, 2015 Hi, what rust is left to sort, apart from that behind the rear offside window? Have underside repairs been undersealed so not obvious that work has been done? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldwheels Posted October 8, 2015 Author Share Posted October 8, 2015 Car now sold, thanks for all the interest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaun400r Posted January 8, 2016 Share Posted January 8, 2016 Purchased by me as I needed a manta in my life while the 400r gets an engine rebuild and a few bits n bobs doing I use it nearly every day has had some upgrades power steering /remote locking /new Ashley exhaust / hid headlights/ stereo install / astra gte calipers Audi discs And is now in Matt black with all decals in orange as the paintwork wasn't as nice close up but was a good job considering the space oldwheels had so love it or hate it I will try to upload some pics but I do struggle with the process 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mantasrme Posted January 9, 2016 Share Posted January 9, 2016 Here you go mate. Wasn't sure how the Matt black would work on it but i do really like it. Although as discussed at the time i think it needs the original font for the stickers (which Shauns sticker maker didn't have available at the time) and maybe the center cap Opel blitz in orange as well. But maybe that's just me. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaun400r Posted January 9, 2016 Share Posted January 9, 2016 Cheers yes I've got them in original font to go on just waiting for a dry day ile email you the new pics as I'm struggling to even post since the update Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MANTAMAN Posted January 9, 2016 Share Posted January 9, 2016 Quote Although as discussed at the time i think it needs the original font for the stickers (which Shauns sticker maker didn't have available at the time) and maybe the center cap Opel blitz in orange as well. But maybe that's just me. Yes original font GT/E decals would be good. I would not paint the center cap Blitz orange, looks to much like a 17 year olds first car, can't afford any mods so starts highlight painting everything like badges, wing mirrors, wiper arms etc But as you have been daring and gone for Matt Black how about painting the rim of the wheel in orange, Exclusiv style ?? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaun400r Posted January 9, 2016 Share Posted January 9, 2016 Thanks the outer rim was another suggestion david (mantasrme) mentioned I'm still deciding although I think they will be staying as is Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wayne ingham Posted January 9, 2016 Share Posted January 9, 2016 Mat black ? looking very good indeed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick-Manta Posted January 15, 2016 Share Posted January 15, 2016 Hi. I've got a full decal set for a GTE Exclusive if you're interested? Unless you have your heart set on orange, as they're red as per original spec. They're an exact copy of font, size (none of the sharp points you get on cheap copies) and colour except the 'exclusive' badge which is a bit smaller for some reason, but the 'Manta GT/Es' and the Blitz are all spot on. They're the ones on eBay made by graphics4classics, only these are yours for nearly half price: £10 posted. I'm pretty sure that the price of a straight road going exclusive will only go up now, so keeping the modifications subtle and the general appearance original would probably benefit future value. Naturally, it's your car to enjoy as you please, it's just nice to have one that's a 'genuine' investment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shaun400r Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 Thanks if you pm your PayPal I will have them 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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