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Description
The Opel has had several enthusiastic owners who have used the car. At some point it has been disassembled and welded, and given a simple paint job. A previous owner has fitted fuel injection from an Opel Commodore and carried out some other repairs. He has also accumulated a large quantity of parts which are included in the sale. The current owner purchased the car in 2024 and has carried out various improvements including interior trim, wheels and tyres. Extensive documentation and books are included.
Free history (15)
Technical data
Year
1970/1970
Registration date
1969-10-30
Mileage
58416 km
Registration Number
GNC725
Chassis Number
274600301
Kw / hp
121 / 165
Fuel Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Interior finish
Textile
Colour
Light brown
Condition
-
Mechanical condition
The car runs well once warmed up and changes gear smoothly, though a clanking sound is heard from the rear axle on start and gear changes. Fuel injection from an Opel Commodore.
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Interior condition
The interior is not original, the front seats come from an Opel Sintra. All seats fitted with covers. The headlining is painted black, door panels are reupholstered. Nardi steering wheel fitted, original included.
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Exterior condition
A simpler paint finish with wear marks and rust spots. The roof is not vinyl but some form of coarser lacquer. Panel irregularities are present on both sides. Light-alloy wheels with good tyres, original wheels with chrome trim rings and hub caps are included.
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General condition
An enthusiast's car in working condition that runs fine for summer trips, why not hook up a vintage caravan and head off on holiday.
MOT (tech. insp.)
Fordonsstatus: Itrafik 2024-04-11
Ursprungsbesiktning: 1969-10-30 (regbes) (Ombes:19800516)
Datum i trafik första gången: 1969-10-30
Senast godkända besiktning: 1969-10-30
Besiktningsbefriad: Ja
Skattebefriad: Ja
Körförbud: Nej
Antal ägare: 19
Ursprungsbesiktning: 1969-10-30 (regbes) (Ombes:19800516)
Datum i trafik första gången: 1969-10-30
Senast godkända besiktning: 1969-10-30
Besiktningsbefriad: Ja
Skattebefriad: Ja
Körförbud: Nej
Antal ägare: 19
Facts about the model
The Opel Admiral 1970 belongs to the second generation, Admiral B, which was presented in spring 1969. It was part of Opel's prestigious KAD series – Kapitän, Admiral and Diplomat – which constituted the marque's luxury class and was intended to compete with larger models from Mercedes-Benz and BMW.
The Admiral was positioned between the more basic Kapitän and the more exclusive Diplomat. The 1970 model year is characterized by an elegant body with distinct American design influences, generous interior space and high comfort. Equipment often included power steering, automatic transmission, tinted windows and abundant chrome trim – features that made the car an appreciated long-distance touring automobile.
Under the bonnet sat a 2.8-litre straight-six CIH engine. It was available in several versions:
132 hp with single carburetor
145 hp with dual carburetors
165 hp in the fuel-injected Admiral E with Bosch D-Jetronic – an advanced solution for its time.
Drive was to the rear wheels via a four-speed manual gearbox or a three-speed automatic. The chassis was engineered for comfortable highway driving and the car offered very smooth handling, which made it popular among business executives, government agencies and long-distance travellers.
When the Kapitän was discontinued already during 1970, the Admiral became the most important six-cylinder model in the KAD series. Despite its qualities, it struggled to compete with Mercedes-Benz and BMW, and sales declined gradually throughout the 1970s. Production continued until 1977, when the model was replaced by the Opel Senator.
Today the Opel Admiral 1970 is a rare and appreciated classic. Well-preserved examples are sought after by collectors owing to their period design, strong six-cylinder engine and high comfort. In Sweden the model is relatively scarce, which makes fine original cars particularly interesting on the classic car market.
The Admiral was positioned between the more basic Kapitän and the more exclusive Diplomat. The 1970 model year is characterized by an elegant body with distinct American design influences, generous interior space and high comfort. Equipment often included power steering, automatic transmission, tinted windows and abundant chrome trim – features that made the car an appreciated long-distance touring automobile.
Under the bonnet sat a 2.8-litre straight-six CIH engine. It was available in several versions:
132 hp with single carburetor
145 hp with dual carburetors
165 hp in the fuel-injected Admiral E with Bosch D-Jetronic – an advanced solution for its time.
Drive was to the rear wheels via a four-speed manual gearbox or a three-speed automatic. The chassis was engineered for comfortable highway driving and the car offered very smooth handling, which made it popular among business executives, government agencies and long-distance travellers.
When the Kapitän was discontinued already during 1970, the Admiral became the most important six-cylinder model in the KAD series. Despite its qualities, it struggled to compete with Mercedes-Benz and BMW, and sales declined gradually throughout the 1970s. Production continued until 1977, when the model was replaced by the Opel Senator.
Today the Opel Admiral 1970 is a rare and appreciated classic. Well-preserved examples are sought after by collectors owing to their period design, strong six-cylinder engine and high comfort. In Sweden the model is relatively scarce, which makes fine original cars particularly interesting on the classic car market.
Location and viewing Information
Location: Braås
For viewing the vehicle, contact the inspector/case manager:
Ted Gryth
+46 705-65 67 27
ted@bilwebauctions.se
For viewing the vehicle, contact the inspector/case manager:
Ted Gryth
+46 705-65 67 27
ted@bilwebauctions.se
Pick up
Collection must take place before: 2026-08-26.
NOTE! Payment (deposit to our account) must be made within 5 days and before collection.
NOTE! Payment (deposit to our account) must be made within 5 days and before collection.
Auction information
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