84 opel manta 4007/23/2023 ![]() Larger wheels were fitted to fill out the wheel arches. The standard coupe bodystyle was changed significantly with the addition of integral flared arches and extended front spoiler. The Manta 400 Interior, in Road trim, followed on with the traditional Irmscher theme using Recaro seats with the same black 'Opel Sport' cloth as featured in the other models. The car was available in any colour as long as it was white or silver. Otherwise it looked the same as a GT/E coupe or even a pre face-lift Manta B coupe. The bodykit was actually an option which, if required, was fitted by Irmscher. Many people incorrectly believe that the Manta 400 is a mass of huge wheel arches, rear spoilers, etc. Giving a total of 245 road cars for all of Europe. Manta 400's were built between 19 and their production numbers were as follows: YEAR The 1982 FIA regulations required a manufacturer to produce 200 examples in order to homologate a car for group B rallying. Very few Right hand drive 'road' models exist, they were mostly imported to the UK for rallying purposes. Some very early 400's can be found with the 'two slot' front panel, although the majority were built after 1981 and featured the new 4 slot front end. The 400 first became available late in the life of the 'Pre facelift' Manta. It was built around the general Manta bodyshell but several modifications were made to improve roadholding. The Manta 400 was the most significantly different model available during the eighties. ![]() Kevlar bonnet, boot lid, front wings, doors and all spoilers. Twin plate clutch, Getrag 5 speed gearbox, direct top gear, driving a heavy duty rear axle with ZF limited slip differentialĢ door coupe with optional body kit consisting of Irmscher front wings with wheel arch extensions, side skirts, rear wings, a three-piece rear spoiler and twin headlamps* (*but only for the Manta B, 1982 - 1984) all in ABS plasticĢ door coupe with integral roll cage and sump guard. Produced From: (1981-84) Total Number Produced: 245 Specificationsġ95/60VR14, 205/50VR15 (optional), 225/50VR15 (with optional bodykit)Ĥ cylinder CIH with aluminium crossflow cylinder head with twin overhead valvesĢ x Weber DCOE 50 carburettors (in phase 3 form 48's on the phase 2 engine)ĩ" single plate with a dry clutch plate and a diaphragm (Belleville type) spring, Getrag 5 spee gearbox, indirect top gear
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