RE: SOTW: Opel Manta
Discussion
Was it John Pye who rallied a V8 Manta back in the 80's or 90's
Superb, especially on tarmac (Albemarle Barracks) against a V8 Chevette
3 wheeling was the name of the game
Always thought the Manta looked better than the Cavalier Mk 1 that I aquired off the FIL. Changing a front spring nearly removed a thumb and was never a fan of Vauxhall much after that
Superb, especially on tarmac (Albemarle Barracks) against a V8 Chevette
3 wheeling was the name of the game
Always thought the Manta looked better than the Cavalier Mk 1 that I aquired off the FIL. Changing a front spring nearly removed a thumb and was never a fan of Vauxhall much after that
PascalBuyens said:
Dunk76 said:
x200sxy said:
Shropshiremike said:
astrsxi77 said:
It's such a shame there was never a 6-pot version.
There was...but genuine i300s are extremely rareThe inline six modded ones I've driven have plough-on understeer like you never thought possible. Sound great, handle hopelessly.
That being said, used to race a Manta with 3.0 liter from a Carlton, but it did indeed understeer heavily. Great car to drift though, once you got it going
Ended up breaking the car, when a wheel nut broke, and the wheel went through the bodyshell...
Manta Club said:
Opel Manta B series (1981-88) Irmscher i300 by Paul Brennecker
Overview
The i300 was produced during 1985 and 1986 along side the i200 and i240, It was fitted with the straight 6, 3.0 litre engine taken from the larger Opel models such as the Omega. Once again the Manta 400 Rally car quad Halogen headlamps and boot spoiler were used. The standard suspension was extensively modified to accept the heavier engine. As per the i240, the standard front brakes were replaced by vented discs with bigger calipers, and a Limited Slip Differential was also fitted.
The i300 Interior, followed on with the traditional Irmscher theme using Recaro seats with the same black 'Opel Sport' cloth as featured in the other models.Generally the coupe bodystyle was left unaltered, making the i300 visually similar to a standard GT/E. The performance of this model however was exceptional, with 177 bhp on tap in standard tune. Many tuning options were available to order, which could increase power output to over 200 bhp. Once again the methods of identification are similar to the i200 and the i240.
The i300 was available at the same time as the other Irmscher offerings but due to the fact that it was almost double the list price of a standard GT/E it only sold in small numbers. It is believed that only 1 RHD i300 was imported via the UK franchise, even on the continent it was an exceptionally rare model.
Identifying Features
2969cc 6 Cyl Fuel Injected engine.
High Lift Cam with Solid Lifters
Sports Distributor
Recaro seats with Opel Sport Cloth Trim
Irmscher Leather steering wheel (option)
i300 Graphics
Irmscher Road body kit (option)
Four Halogen Headlamps
Manta 400 rear spoiler
Green tinted glass
Opening rear quarter windows
Stainless Steel Sports Exhaust
Overview
The i300 was produced during 1985 and 1986 along side the i200 and i240, It was fitted with the straight 6, 3.0 litre engine taken from the larger Opel models such as the Omega. Once again the Manta 400 Rally car quad Halogen headlamps and boot spoiler were used. The standard suspension was extensively modified to accept the heavier engine. As per the i240, the standard front brakes were replaced by vented discs with bigger calipers, and a Limited Slip Differential was also fitted.
The i300 Interior, followed on with the traditional Irmscher theme using Recaro seats with the same black 'Opel Sport' cloth as featured in the other models.Generally the coupe bodystyle was left unaltered, making the i300 visually similar to a standard GT/E. The performance of this model however was exceptional, with 177 bhp on tap in standard tune. Many tuning options were available to order, which could increase power output to over 200 bhp. Once again the methods of identification are similar to the i200 and the i240.
The i300 was available at the same time as the other Irmscher offerings but due to the fact that it was almost double the list price of a standard GT/E it only sold in small numbers. It is believed that only 1 RHD i300 was imported via the UK franchise, even on the continent it was an exceptionally rare model.
Identifying Features
2969cc 6 Cyl Fuel Injected engine.
High Lift Cam with Solid Lifters
Sports Distributor
Recaro seats with Opel Sport Cloth Trim
Irmscher Leather steering wheel (option)
i300 Graphics
Irmscher Road body kit (option)
Four Halogen Headlamps
Manta 400 rear spoiler
Green tinted glass
Opening rear quarter windows
Stainless Steel Sports Exhaust
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As a former owner of both a 2.0 manta exclusive and a 2.8 capri, I always thought as a boy , the manta as the lesser one, but when i bought the Manta after a capri still aged only 18, I found my dreams further shattered. Not only was the Capri a dissapointment but it handled crap compared to my manta and was only slightly faster, even with the head gasket had gone on the Manta a great time was had.
Great cars under rated
Matt
Great cars under rated
Matt
Edited by mabjagm3 on Saturday 22 November 19:21
Wow that brings back memories!!
I had a 1984 (B-Reg) Opel Manta GTE Coupe (B550 GSX). It was white with the white wheels and the brown/yellow checked 'Recaro' interior!
I bought it when I first left college before joining the Army. My mate (who had a white B-Reg XR2) and I used to tear around North Tyneside in them!
I sold mine to a used car dealer in Watford Herts, shortly before I went overseas with the Army.
Happy memories of one of the first cars I owned!!
Scott
I had a 1984 (B-Reg) Opel Manta GTE Coupe (B550 GSX). It was white with the white wheels and the brown/yellow checked 'Recaro' interior!
I bought it when I first left college before joining the Army. My mate (who had a white B-Reg XR2) and I used to tear around North Tyneside in them!
I sold mine to a used car dealer in Watford Herts, shortly before I went overseas with the Army.
Happy memories of one of the first cars I owned!!
Scott
I had a 2.0 gls '78 Cavalier Coupe. Bought it from my uncle who used to work for vauxhall. Turns out it used to be a press car before he bought it. So, prob well and truly thrashed in the 1st 10k miles. I picked it up 11 years old with 80k on the clock then put 40k miles on it in two years. Brilliant driving position. I replaced the springs with stock ones, but it was far too high. The rear diff was whining. I should have replaced teh diff. But, I swapped it + cash for a 2.8 Capri that turned out to be so bent it was good at turning corners whilst pointing straight.
Anyway, next up was an 86 GTE 2.0 coupe. 1 owner. 10 year old with 90k miles. I put 40k on that as well. But also lowered it and added the obligitory large bore exhaust and KnN induction. Brilliant drivers car. Washed and waxed most weekends (sado).
They definately needed lowering.
Anyway, next up was an 86 GTE 2.0 coupe. 1 owner. 10 year old with 90k miles. I put 40k on that as well. But also lowered it and added the obligitory large bore exhaust and KnN induction. Brilliant drivers car. Washed and waxed most weekends (sado).
They definately needed lowering.
So hands up all the old (current?) OMOC members posted here?
I used to turn up at Uxbridge. Went up to Santa Pod once - completely brilliant fun - and along to one of the Taunton? park shows. Must have been mid 90s.
Once did SW London to Glasgow at triple leptons the whole way.
I used to turn up at Uxbridge. Went up to Santa Pod once - completely brilliant fun - and along to one of the Taunton? park shows. Must have been mid 90s.
Once did SW London to Glasgow at triple leptons the whole way.
Edited by nobrakes on Saturday 22 November 12:37
I drive a manta everyday of the week to and from work, and sell cars for a living and there's nothing better than sliding sideways about 100 yards up the road and watching the faces of people when the beast coming towards them. Manta's rule for value for money what can you buy that looks and drives so good. Manta 400 and a ascona 400s are the kings of the road. check my profile picture for a real car!
My very first car was a Metallic brown 1.8 Berlinnetta. Replaced that with a White D Reg GT/E Coupe. Had that from 1994 through to 2001. Rust was a major problem though, the floor pans rotted through completely. Had a lot of work done to it them sold it. New owner has done some mods to it, sadly doen't look as nice as when I had it, and was virtually original spec 
I was a joint area rep for the OMOC in the late 1990's early 2000s.
We did quite a few meets at local pubs, Rollerbowl in Collier Row, did a couple at Lydden Hill race circuit and once went in a convoy of 4 cars ( White A Series, Red Exclusive, Blue Exclusive and my GT/E) up to Chatsworth House for the German car Show in 1997.
Happy days
Part of me now wishes I had kept it and totally restored it, as virtually all are now compelte rot boxes or are heavily (and sometimes quite badly) modified.
I was a joint area rep for the OMOC in the late 1990's early 2000s.
We did quite a few meets at local pubs, Rollerbowl in Collier Row, did a couple at Lydden Hill race circuit and once went in a convoy of 4 cars ( White A Series, Red Exclusive, Blue Exclusive and my GT/E) up to Chatsworth House for the German car Show in 1997.
Happy days
Part of me now wishes I had kept it and totally restored it, as virtually all are now compelte rot boxes or are heavily (and sometimes quite badly) modified.
Edited by anonymous-user on Saturday 22 November 15:54
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