Diet Coke: ’73 Opel GT
“Only Flying is More Exciting” – was an advertising slogan used for the introduction of the Opel GT in Europe. The Opel GT’s career got off to a flying start in 1965 when, to everyone’s surprise, Opel presented an aerodynamic “Experimental Concept” at the IAA in Frankfurt. In view of the sensational design, it was no surprise to see the production version on the road three years later. Robert A. Lutz, “car guy”, GM Vice Chairman, Global Product Development, was the godfather to the Opel GT. In1968, in his position as Manager at Opel, he played a decisive role in speeding up the decision on series production. Read More