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1953 | Opel Olympia Rekord Caravan

Very rare estate car, worldwide only approx 15 examples, roadworthy with TÜV and H registration

£19,676
DE flag
Private seller

Description

For sale is a true milestone in German automotive history: an Opel Olympia Rekord Caravan from the very first model year, 1953.

With its distinctive ponton body and American-style “shark mouth” radiator grille, this model ushered in the era of the modern German Wirtschaftswunder estate car. While the sedans are still more commonly found, the three-door Caravan (estate car) from this early model year is now an absolute rarity on the market and a highlight at every classic car meet.

Vehicle data & highlights:

  • Year of manufacture / first registration: 1953
  • Body style: Caravan (3-door estate car / express delivery van)
  • Engine: 1.5-liter four-cylinder (1488 cm³) with approx. 40 hp
  • Transmission: 3-speed manual transmission with column shift
  • Mileage: 1450 km (according to the odometer) and after restoration
  • TÜV / H registration: April 2028, yes
  • Color: Green, vinyl interior, impeccable condition, see photos

Condition description:

  • Bodywork & paint: [Describe condition, e.g.: Very attractive patina on the hood with minimal signs of age / Professionally repainted in the original color several years ago / Completely unwelded and rust-free
  • Technology & engine: The robust 1.5-liter engine starts reliably and runs wonderfully smoothly. The transmission shifts perfectly and quietly, new timing gear set, carburetor, intake and exhaust manifolds resealed, new downpipe
  • Interior: The cloth/vinyl seats and the characteristic load area are in well-maintained original condition. All original chrome parts and instruments are present

Accessories & documentation: All invoices from recent years are available.

The Opel is registered and can be viewed and test-driven by prior arrangement. An honest and rare classic for collectors and enthusiasts of 1950s culture

This description has been automatically translated. Original language: German.

Condition & Registration

Registered
Ready to drive

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Technical Details

Vehicle data

Make
Opel
Model series
Olympia
Model name
Olympia Rekord Caravan
First registration date
Not provided
Year of manufacture
1953
Mileage (read)
1,450 km
Chassis number
Not provided
Engine number
Not provided
Gearbox number
Not provided
Number of owners
Not provided

Technical details

Body style
Estate
Power (kW/hp)
29/40
Cubic capacity (cm³)
1488
Cylinders
4
Doors
Not provided
Steering
Left (LHD)
Gearbox
Manual
Gears
Not provided
Transmission
Rear
Front brakes
Not provided
Rear brakes
Not provided
Fuel type
Petrol

Individual Configuration

Exterior color
Green
Interior color
Green
Interior material
Imitation leather

Location

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