Opel cars are one of the largest German automaker. From Opel GT to Opel Astra, Opel cars are always loved by many consumers although sometimes it was branded as other car brand.

Opel was founded in 1862 by Adam Opel. This German automobile manufacturer is a subsidiary of General Motors Company (GM) since 1924.

From making sewing machine to build cars, millions of Opel cars have sold to the market since the first cars produced in 1899. Some of the notable cars during early times are the Opel Darracq, Opel 4/8 hp (known as the “Doctor’s Car” because of the price at that time), Opel Laubfrosch, and among others.

During World War, the business for many car manufacturers were affected and same goes for Opel. However, World War did not stop Opel from making better car. The 1985Opel Kadett, 1987 Opel Omega, and 2009 Opel Insignia have won the European Car of the Year award.

Opel History and Models

• Opel GT (1968 – 1973, 2006 – 2009) – During 1960s, the Opel GT was a big hit to the market. Many people who love sports cars love the Opel GT because of the history of Opel GT. Plenty of people still look for Opel GT for sale although the car has been on earth for almost half century.
• Opel Astra (1991 – present) – Nouvelle Opel Astra! It is branded as Vauxhall Astra in UK, Buick Excelle in China, Chevrolet Astra in US, and Holden Astra in Australia and New Zealand. Other version available: Opel Astra OPC.
• Opel Corsa (1982 – present) – Other version available: Opel Corsa OPC.
• Opel Zafira (1999 – present)
• Opel Insignia (2008 – present) – Also called: Bitter Insignia, Buick Regal, Chevrolet Vectra, Vauxhall Insignia. Other version available: Opel Insigna OPC.
• Opel Vectra (1988 – 2008)
• Opel Meriva (2002 – present)
• Opel Antara (2006 – present)
• Opel Meriva (2002 – present)
• Opel Vivaro (2001 – present)
• Opel Movano (1999 – present)

Opel Logo

Opel logo consists of a “Z” look-a-like and an oval covering it.

Opel have more than 100 models since the first car was built. Other than some of the outstanding Opel models listed above, there are some other great cars like the Opel Manta, Opel Ascona, Opel Calibra, Opel Agila, Opel Combo, and among others. Opel’s electric cars include Opel Ampera.

Today, Opel’s fans and supporters are all over the world. There will definitely be more Opel cars available for sale in the future just like Opel slogan, Entdecke Opel (Discover Opel).