Manta GTE - A must have motor! (Other Cars...)

Name: Array1uk

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Product:	Other Cars...
Date:	22.08.02 (184 review reads)
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Advantages: How often do you see these cars?, Classic muscle car looks., Good, reliable and solid car.

Disadvantages: A dieing breed!

Since I first saw my neighbours 1986, Polar white, 2.0i Opel Manta GTE I knew I would one day grace its seats and give it a loving home. 12 years after I first washed it for a few pounds the chance to buy this car was offered and, with out even having to think about it I raided my account and handed over £200 for this immaculate, garaged nightly, six-month-serviced 80's German sports coupe.
The first drive was all I had hopped it would be, the deep Reccaros huging me round corners, the handling and balance were spot on and considering this is only an 8v engine I was still smilling like a loony with the performance. A few months have passed now, and the car still has me grinning everytime I take her out. Of course I have had a few failing part problems but the availability of good second hand parts and a wealth of knowledge from other Manta owners have ensured I have a car to be proud of. It still gets looks from people and why not, how often do you see these cars on the road now..I know I havn't..which is sometimes disapointing. This car suits me down to the ground and if you ever get the chance to buy one, I think you'd be suitably impressed too.

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