It came with either a four-speed manual or a three-speed TH automatic. The Manta was normally equipped with a 1.Īll Mantas sold in the U. In that year the only Opels imported were the Manta and Ascona A. The frame, mechanics, dash, front seats, and many other parts were shared between the cars. The only difference between the Ascona and Manta was exterior sheet metal, glass and trim. Opels were imported by GM and sold through Buick dealerships and not their own dealership network, so they were limited in what makes and models they could sell there. The Manta A was one of only a few Opel models sold in the U. The sales approach for the Opel line in the U. The Vauxhall and Opel models were subsequently sold side by side. It took its name, and a few minor styling cues, from the Manta Ray concept carwhich also famously influenced the Chevrolet Corvette C3 both Chevrolet and Opel had General Motors as their parent company.

The Manta A was released in Septembertwo months ahead of the then new Opel Ascona on which it was based.

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