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Opel Kadet

1938 · Manual · Blue Grey

£12,750

Listed today at The Motor Shed, Bicester. Last checked today.

Key facts

Year: 1938
Gearbox: Manual
Engine: 1.0-litre four-cylinder side-valve
Fuel: Petrol
Drive: RWD
Body: Coupe
Colour: Blue Grey
Doors: 2
Generation: Kadett (1936–1940), K38

About this car

This is a 1938 Opel Kadet two-door coupe, a pre-war small car from the period when Opel was building affordable family transport. It uses a 1,000cc four-cylinder side-valve engine, which the dealer says is based on the Ford Y-type design, and a three-speed gearbox.

The car has been restored over some 20 years, all in the care of one owner. The page describes it as driving well, light and nippy, with excellent brakes, and says it comes with good history. No mileage or registration is given.

Written by Vertar from The Motor Shed’s listing. Check the details with the dealer before you buy.

Performance

The maker’s official figures for this model, not measurements of this car (Interpreted as the Opel Kadett. Opel factory figures as widely reported (23 PS at 3,400 rpm, 98 km/h top speed); kerb weight left blank because it couldn't be confirmed.).

Power: 23 bhp
Top speed: 61 mph
Engine: 1,074 cc, 4 cylinders
Engine position: Front-engined
Induction: Naturally aspirated