We ogled the curvaceous Opel Astra GTC at Frankfurt, but this is the one we’ve really been waiting for: TheOPC version. Standing for Opel Performance Center, “OPC” is similar to the Honda ”Type R” or BMW ”M” nomenclature, although not nearly as well known. The 2012 Astra OPC could change that in a hurry. GM’s European division has really done a [...]
For those that remember it, the secretary-special two-door CLC hatchback, built on last-generation C-class bits and pieces, was rather embarrassing for Mercedes-Benz. It was a dumpy thing, but at least Daimler was smart enough to not even attempt selling it in the States. Thankfully, the decidedly easier-on-the-eyes C204 C-Class Coupe has just arrived, and we’re getting this [...]
The 2012 Opel Zafira Tourer has broken cover ahead of its Frankfurt Motor Show debut. Sporting what Opel calls a blend of “functionality and wellness,” Opel hopes the Zafira will land at the top of the MPV heap. To that end, Opel has weighed the people mover down with features and made its interior extremely adaptable. [...]
Between the New York Auto Show, the Shanghai Motor Show and Top Marques Monaco, there’s a major motor expo happening on each of three continents. But the latest model you see here wasn’t unveiled at any one of them. What you’re looking at is the hottest hatch to come from Opel. It’s called the Corsa OPC Nürburgring Edition, and [...]
In its current form, the 325-horsepower Opel Insignia OPC (you know, the car that the upcoming 255-hpBuick Regal GS was supposed to but sadly won’t replicate) will carry speeds of up to 155 miles per hour before its electronic nannies kick in and prevent your speedometer’s needle to climb any higher. But since European buyers are [...]
