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Opel Rekord 1,5 — 1957

Charming 1957 Opel Rekord 2 Coupe, lovingly owned for 35 years by a former Opel mechanic. Always maintained in top running condition with only 33,347 km on the clock.

Shaun Major
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Rebecca R Bengtsson
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"The car is virtually original, except for two repainted panels in the 1970s. It's a very honest example with classic 1950s styling—nothing needs doing, just turn the key and drive home."

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20 MAR 11:05
11 500SEK
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17937
UCKLUM
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Shaun Major
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Rebecca R Bengtsson
Case manager
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"The car is virtually original, except for two repainted panels in the 1970s. It's a very honest example with classic 1950s styling—nothing needs doing, just turn the key and drive home."

Description

This car was sold new in Sweden in 1957 and has had a total of seven owners. The current owner purchased it 35 years ago in 1990, and before that, it had been off the road and in storage since 1976. It comes with full historical documentation, including the original service book and older inspection reports, which verify its low mileage of 33,347 km. Thanks to the owner's dedication, the car has been preserved as original as possible, maintaining its charm. It is in excellent mechanical condition, thanks to the expertise of a skilled former Opel mechanic. This is an ideal choice for anyone looking for an affordable classic car. It is exempt from both road tax and inspections for life and costs only around 700 SEK per year to insure.

Defects:
Trim piece on the left rear wing missing, old bent one included.
Outer trim piece on the driver’s door window missing.
An exterior rearview mirror missing.
The clock does not work.
Right door and rear fender repainted (blistering, cracks in filler) before 1976.
Upper part of rear seat backrest sun-bleached + fabric tears.
Chrome on front and rear bumpers pitted.

Repairs and maintenance from 2017 onwards:
Dismantling of front and rear fenders for inspection and removal of rust damage, followed by rust protection treatment.
Removal of undercoating from the underside of the car (with a heat gun) for inspection and rust treatment.
Replacement of rust-damaged sections in the floor.
Overhaul of the braking system, replacement of brake hoses, refurbishment of the master cylinder.
Inspection and lubrication of front wheel bearings, inspection and lubrication of the front suspension.
Dismantling of the fuel tank for inspection and internal cleaning, refurbishment of the fuel pump with a new diaphragm. Carburetor cleaning.
Replacement of radiator and heater hoses, disassembly and overhaul of the heater core, cleaning and lubrication of the fan motor. New coolant.
Replacement of spark plugs, condenser, and contact points.
Dismantling of generator and starter motor for cleaning and inspection of brushes and bushings.
Replacement of the rear sections of the exhaust system (not original).
Replacement of oil in the rear axle and gearbox.
Valve adjustment.
Oil change.
Four new tires.
New battery.

Technical data

  • Year
    1957/1957 
  • Registration date
    1957-01-01 
  • Mileage
    33 347 km 
  • Registration Number
    BFJ060 
  • Chassis Number
    110534684 
  • Kw / hp
    38 / 52 
  • Fuel Type
    Petrol 
  • Transmission
    Manual 
  • Interior finish
    Textile 
  • Colour
    Blue 

Condition

  • Mechanical condition:

    Starts directly with a smooth-running engine and drives well, with a good gearbox and brakes. It has always been kept in the best running condition possible, stored in a garage, and driven locally every summer.

  • Interior condition:

    Interior is all original and well-preserved for its age, retaining its original rubber mats. The seats are in good condition with a few marks and a small hole on the front seat, while the upper part of the rear seat backrest is sun-bleached with fabric tears (see pictures). Door cards and headliner are in good shape. The clock does not work.

  • Exterior condition:

    Bodywork is straight with small surface rust around the rear chrome sill panel from stone chips. An old repair is visible on the top edge of the left wing, and the right-side sill underpanel has been replaced. The underbody is in great condition with fresh underseal. The paintwork has a flat, matte finish that enhances its original charm. Trim piece on the left rear wing missing (bent one included). Outer trim piece on the driver’s door window missing. An exterior rearview mirror missing. Right door and rear wing repainted before 1976 (blistering, filler cracks). Chrome on front and rear bumpers pitted.

  • General condition:

    A perfect choice for anyone looking for a reliable classic with plenty of charm, low running costs, and affordable ownership.

MOT (tech. insp.)

Fordonsstatus: Itrafik 2018-04-12
Ursprungsbesiktning: 1957-01-01 (typbes)
Datum i trafik första gången: 1957-01-01
Senast godkända besiktning: 2018-04-13
Besiktningsbefriad: Ja
Skattebefriad: Ja
Körförbud: Nej
Antal ägare: 7

Location and viewing Information

Location: Ucklum

For viewing the vehicle, contact the inspector/case manager:

Shaun Major
+46 709-72 40 07
shaun@bilwebauctions.se

Pick up

Collection must take place before: 2025-04-03.

NOTE! Payment (deposit to our account) must be made within 5 days and before collection.

Auction information

General information about the condition of the vehicles .
  • At this auction, many vehicles have been included in car collections and have been stored (mothballed) for a long time. For this reason, they are described from a collector's perspective and may need technical reviews and maintenance service - oil, battery replacement, new tires, brake review, etc. - before they can be used. .
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