<VV> RE: Porsche/ Corvair (Cadet)

[4carbcorvair]

>On Tue, 15 Nov 2005 10:22:08 +0100, Thomas Stingl wrote:
>
> >> reminded me of a tiny German sedan that was running around in the
> >> '60s through Europe (Thomas likely knows the one I'm talking
> >> about)... note that Opel resurrected the name, in a roundabout sort
>
> >Yes, the Opel Kadett was one of the three most popular cars in the 60/70s
> >around here, always second after VW Kaefer/Golf but more sold than the
> >Ford Escort.
>
>While on the subject, ever wonder where the late Corvair body
>tooling went? Ever check out the fender lines of an Opel Manta?
>Coincidence? I think not... ;-)
>
>Bill



"No coincidence in my mind. The Manta was a front engined Corvair
clone. Mom had one, carbon copy of late Vair styling across the
board. It also was a pretty decent performer, ran well and pulled
strong for a small 4-banger even in smog attire.


tony.."
 Reminds me more of a Vega/Monza....


--
Ron Tinkham

66 Corsa Convertable, 140, 4sp.
Maine