The Opel Manta is one of those classic European coupes that still turns heads thanks to its clean styling, rear wheel drive layout and motorsport personality. Launched in 1970 as Opel’s answer to the Ford Capri, the Manta combined everyday usability with a sporty long bonnet, short rear deck profile and a driver focused cabin. Early Manta A models are prized for their elegant simplicity, while the later Manta B, produced from 1975 into the late 1980s, brought sharper lines and a tougher road presence. With engines ranging from economical four cylinders to lively injected variants, the Manta became a favourite among enthusiasts who appreciated balanced handling, mechanical durability and easy modification.

The Manta also earned genuine cultural status. In rallying, the Manta 400 became a Group B hero, famous for its aggressive wide body kit, naturally aspirated performance and spectacular sideways driving style. Although it competed against all wheel drive legends, its rear drive character made it a fan favourite. In the UK and Europe, the Manta developed a strong tuning scene, appearing in club motorsport, street builds and even comedy folklore, where “Manta jokes” became a pop culture phenomenon in Germany. Today, surviving examples are admired as affordable classics with real character.

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