Lot Ended
Description
LHD French Kadett GSI known in the UK as an Astra GTE 2.0; additional
Lexmaul performance enhancements; appears to be great condition inside and out;
fresh 12 months MOT
It is increasingly rare to encounter an
example such as this: a two-door Opel Kadett GSi 2.0-litre 8-valve (UK-market
equivalent Vauxhall Astra GTE), enhanced discreetly with period-correct Lexmaul
performance upgrades. Finished in arguably the model’s most desirable colour,
Diamond White, the car retains its original cloth interior and presents as an
honest, well-preserved survivor from the golden era of 1980s hot
hatches.
Imported from Andorra approximately two years ago, the car
has covered minimal mileage since and is understood to have benefited from dry
storage in recent years. As a result, it appears notably solid underneath and
offers a very pleasing presentation throughout, both cosmetically and
mechanically.
Largely original in specification, the car deviates
only where expected of a period enthusiast-owned example, namely, intake system.
Importantly, it has avoided the extensive modifications that claimed many of
these cars during the 1990s and early 2000s — a key factor in its increasing
desirability today.
Accompanying the vehicle is a collection of
invoices, predominantly from its time in Andorra, along with the original
handbooks and service book, adding welcome provenance.
With a
recorded mileage of 208,568 km, the car is reported to start, run, and drive
well. It has been driven since arriving on site and completed a journey of over
75 miles without issue.
As Kadett GSi and Astra GTE models continue
to disappear — many lost to modification or attrition — well-preserved examples
such as this are becoming highly collectable. With Escort XR3i and Turbo values
already firmly established, it is widely accepted that these cars are poised to
follow a similar trajectory, with far fewer remaining in
circulation.
A rare opportunity to acquire a genuine, usable modern
classic before values climb further and availability diminishes
altogether.
Contact james.booth@brightwells.com