Model Car Opel Kadett GTE Yellow and Green Number 4 - 1st Mille Pistes of 1976 - TROFEU Reference 2102
Echelle: 1/43 ème
Défauts de peinture sur le toit et capot (cloques)
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This Opel Kadett GTE in yellow and green from 1976, a faithful reproduction of vehicle number 4 from the Mille Pistes, is an exceptional testament to a golden era of French rallying. Produced by TROFEU under reference 2102, this miniature captures the competitive spirit that drove 70s rallies, where the Opel Kadett established itself as an iconic reference on winding roads.
A true collector's item for motorsport enthusiasts, this miniature evokes the democratization of the rally and the popular enthusiasm for these events that transformed French roads into makeshift circuits. Its authentic reproduction makes it a prized object for anyone wishing to relive the unique atmosphere of these legendary competitions.
Miniature Features
- Model: Kadett GTE Number 4 - 1st Mille Pistes 1976
- Brand: Opel
- Year: 1976
- Scale: 1/43
- Color: Yellow and Green
- Manufacturer: TROFEU
- Reference: 2102
- Protective Case Included: Yes
The Opel Kadett GTE in Automotive History
The Opel Kadett GTE was born in the mid-70s as the sporty variant of the Kadett C, launched in 1973. This Gran Turismo Einspritzung version represents Opel's ambition to conquer the compact sports market, facing fierce competition from Golf GTIs and other Renault 5 Alpines. Equipped with a 2.0-liter engine developing nearly 110 horsepower, it offered remarkable performance for its time.
The GTE distinguished itself by its exceptional road temperament and all-terrain reliability, qualities that quickly made it a favorite among amateur rally drivers. Its robust design and balanced chassis allowed it to tackle the most demanding events with confidence. The commercial success was immediate, especially in France where it enjoyed an excellent performance-to-price ratio.
This Kadett GTE marked a decisive evolution in Opel's approach to popular sports vehicles, paving the way for a lineage of sporty models that still thrives today in the DNA of the German brand.
Opel in the 70s: The Assertion of a Sporting Identity
In the 70s, Opel went through a pivotal period in its century-long history. Founded in 1862 by Adam Opel as a sewing machine manufacturing company and then as a bicycle maker, the German brand became a subsidiary of General Motors in 1929. This decade saw Opel assert a new identity as a manufacturer capable of combining German reliability and sporting flair.
This era corresponds to the golden age of Opel design, driven by the style center led by Chuck Jordan. Lines modernized, performances improved, and the brand earned its stripes in motorsport. Rally and circuit victories built a dynamic image that appealed to a young clientele eager for sensations and modernity.
This strategy paid off: Opel became one of the most dynamic European manufacturers, particularly present in the French market where German models enjoyed an excellent reputation for durability and handling.
The Mille Pistes: When France Thrived to the Rhythm of Rallying
The Mille Pistes rally perfectly embodies the spirit of the 70s, an era when motorsport was still accessible to the general public. Created in 1970, this French rally attracted hundreds of amateur and professional drivers each year on the winding roads of France. The event took its name from the multitude of routes used, true labyrinths of small departmental roads.
In 1976, the year of this Opel Kadett GTE Number 4, the rally enjoyed resounding success. Spectators flocked along the routes, turning each special stage into a true popular festivity. The atmosphere was electric: horns, smoke bombs, and cheers created a unique vibe that today's drivers will never experience. This yellow and green Kadett became one of the stars of the event.
The success of the Mille Pistes is a testament to French enthusiasm for rallying in the 70s. It was the time when Bernard Darniche, Jean-Claude Andruet, or Jean Ragnotti were popular heroes, where every French victory was celebrated as a national achievement. These rallies contributed to building the reputation of the models that shined there, partly explaining the commercial success of the Opel Kadett in France.
The event gradually disappeared with the tightening of safety regulations, but it remains in memories as the embodiment of a bygone era when motorsport was still a passion before becoming a business. This TROFEU miniature preserves this memory with remarkable fidelity.
Complete Your Rally Miniature Collection
This Opel Kadett GTE fits perfectly into the realm of French motorsport miniatures, finding its natural place alongside other icons from the 70s. It harmoniously interacts with Renault miniatures from the same era, especially the legendary Alpine-Renault models that dominated world rallies at the time.
Passionate rally vehicle collectors will particularly appreciate this piece for its historical authenticity and rarity. It ideally completes a collection dedicated to the 1970s, a prosperous period for French rallying, or a selection of Opel models illustrating the evolution of the German brand.
This miniature will appeal to both seasoned collectors and motorsport history enthusiasts wishing to own an authentic fragment from the golden age of rallying. Its scale of 1/43 makes it a prized piece for any racing vehicle enthusiast looking to enrich their collection with a must-have historical reference.
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