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Opel Kapitän 1954-1957

A completely new design appeared in 1954. The old-fashioned looks had given way to the fashionable ponton shape. It still had the same 6-cylinder 2473 cc engine, although now Opel managed to squeeze 68 hp out of it, giving the car a top speed of 138 km/h.

The Opel Kapitän 1958-1959 P 2.5 model was even wider and lower than its predecessor. The new styling was similar to that of the new Rekord. It was built only from June 1958 to June 1959. In addition to the base model there was an "L" version. An optional overdrive cost DM 650 extra. Internally this model was known as the P-model (P for Panorama glass).

Opel Kapitän 1959-1963

Again a new design. This model, also known as the P-LV, was larger than its predecessor. It still had the panorama-style windscreen, but the completely redesigned rear and lower grille gave the new Kapitän a distinctive appearance.

When production ceased in December 1963 145.616 units had been manufactured.

Opel Olympia 1939

Opel Rekord C (66-71) D (71-77)

The C Rekord had the distinctive CocaCola bottle bodyline, although less pronounced as in the contemporary and GM stable-mate Vauxhall Victors.

Opel Rekord B

Opel GT/J 1900 1970-1973

The GT/J was built from 1970 to 1973 and was a slightly cheaper version of the GT. It had a 90 hp 1900 cc four cylinder engine that gave the car a top speed of 185 km/h.

NSU Wankel Spider

This was the first production car to be fitted with a Wankel (Rotary) engine.

NSU 1000, 1200, TT & TTS

NSU Prinz

The 20 horsepower Prinz was introduced in 1958.

The Prinz II was the de luxe version.

NSU RO80

The world's first production Wankel-engined saloon. Caused quite a stir when first announced. Roadholding was excellent but engine reliabilty was initally a great let-down.

Drag coefficient was a very low 0.355.