1973 Opel Ascona A 1904SR
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Highlights
- Rare sporting and rally-inspired 90hp SR
- Complete and original with the Opel 19S CIH engine
- Retains SR features like factory ZF 45% lock LSD, rev counter and extra gauges
- Homologated Portuguese Club of Ancient Autos due to its originality and condition
- Technical inspection valid to August 2024
- Recent servicing and maintenance work
The Appeal
SR has become a common badge for Vauxhall and Opel’s sporting models, but it all started here, with the Ascona A Sport Rallye. It was inspired by the Ascona that Walter Rohl piloted to a European Rally Championship win in 1974 and is just as entertaining and rewarding to drive as that sounds.
Unmodified and original survivors like this one are rare, which is why the Portuguese Club of Ancient Autos (CPAA) has recognised its originality and condition by homologating it. It retains its raft of SR features including the gearbox, LSD and uprated interior.
This delightful 940kg saloon car comes to market with the reassurance of a technical inspection valid to August 2024 and recent service plus maintenance to brakes and carburettors.
History and Paperwork
- Registered in 1973
- Portuguese registration
- VIN: 883240238
- Technical inspection valid until August 2024
- Homologated by the CPAA number 5424 due to originality and condition
- Includes original manual book
Recent maintenance:
- Oil and filters
- Gaskets, hoses and seals replaced
- Brakes checked and serviced
- New battery
- Carburettor tuned
The Condition
- Original and very well kept car finished in smart red
- Retains its SR features inside and out
- Straight bodywork with no noticeable dents
- Patina on some chrome and plastic elements
- Interior is complete and generally in good condition
- Steering wheel and some upholstery show signs of use
- Dashboard is original but has a crack visible in photographs
- Window demister doesn't always turn on and sometimes requires a few tries
- Rostyle steel wheels with matching spare, all in good order
- SR interior with rev counter and auxiliary dials
- Black vinyl seats in good order showing some light wear
- Black carpets in good condition through cabin
- Vinyl trim to boot floor
- Light veneer trim to dashboard appears in good order
- Period radio cassette fitted
The Mechanics
- 1,896cc Opel 19S CIH 90hp engine
- 4-speed manual transmission
- Recent work includes oils, filters, gaskets, hoses and seals
- Braking system checked and overhauled
- New battery
- Solex carburettor tuned
- Locking LSD
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✓ If the seller is registered as a private seller, consumer rights stemming from EU consumer protection law do not apply. Car & Classic’s return policy applies.
✓ A non-refundable deposit will be payable if you are the winning bidder at auction or if your offer is accepted, refer to FAQs and T&Cs for details.
✓ This vehicle is “Sold As Seen”, on an “As Is, Where Is’ basis and without warranty. A full inspection of the vehicle prior to purchase and bidding is highly recommended. Photos and descriptions are for guidance purposes only.
✓ VAT is included in the buyer's deposit. VAT may or may not be included in the final bid or offer price, as specified in the listing.
✓ Buyers are responsible for vehicle collection or delivery. Importing vehicles may result in additional customs duties and import taxes. On request, Car & Classic may refer you to a third-party shipping company. For more details, email [email protected]. Prices start at €150+VAT within the same country or €400+VAT for moves across borders.
Vehicle specification
- Year 1973
- Make Opel
- Model Ascona
- Colour Red
- Odometer 90,797 Kilometres
- Engine size 1900
Auction Details
- Seller Type Trade
- Town Oliveira de Azeméis
- Country Portugal
2
bids
- Saabina €500 02/05/24
- alain-b•••• €100 01/05/24
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