1970 Opel GT 1900

OPEL 1900 GT GROUP 4 CONRERO – 1970

Make: Opel

Model: 1900 GT Group 4 Conrero

Year: 1970

Chassis: VIN 941906704

Engine capacity: 1900 cc

Interior: Black Fusina

General description and historical significance

An extraordinary example of Opel 1900 GT Group 4 prepared by Virgilio Conrero, a legendary figure in Italian motorsport engineering and a key player in touring and GT racing during the 1960s and 1970s.

This car represents one of the most fascinating racing evolutions of the Opel GT, converted to FIA Group 4 specifications, the category dedicated to highly modified grand touring race cars.

Produced in extremely limited numbers, the Conrero Group 4 version is now considered a true rarity and a symbol of the golden era of European touring car racing.

Provenance and historical certifications

Sold new by the Garage 1000 Miglia in Bolzano, an official Opel dealer, the car was first registered on August 1st, 1970 in Mantua and owned by racing driver Giampaolo Benedini.

Of exceptional importance is the fact that the car still retains its original license plates and first registration documents, providing strong evidence of authenticity and historical continuity.

Over time, it has belonged to prominent figures in the automotive world and renowned collectors, who have carefully preserved its originality.

The car comes with extensive historical documentation, certifying:

authenticity

provenance

original configuration

sporting and collector significance

It was also featured in a major editorial in “Grace” magazine (January 2009), further enhancing its historical traceability and prestige.

Technical specifications and Group 4 configuration

Originally a compact sports coupé, the Opel GT was transformed by Conrero into a competitive race car.

Key technical features include:

Inline 4-cylinder 1900 cc engine, extensively modified

Significant power increase over the standard version

Upgraded carburetors and fuel system optimization

Lowered and stiffened racing suspension

Enhanced braking system

Weight reduction for competition use

High-performance exhaust system

Aerodynamic and Group 4-specific modifications

Rarity and collector value

The Opel 1900 GT Group 4 Conrero is extremely rare and highly sought-after.

This particular example stands out due to:

complete documentation

original plates and registration papers

verified provenance

collector and historical significance

magazine publication

A true collector’s piece and a remarkable testimony to Conrero’s racing Opel legacy.