Founded by Adam Opel in 1862, the company initially manufactured sewing machines before entering the automotive industry in 1899. Becoming part of General Motors in 1929, Opel produced a wide range of popular cars for the European market. In 2017, Opel was acquired by PSA Group (now Stellantis), marking a new chapter for the German brand.
Browse the model landing pages below (linked where available), each page features the original brochure photos, specs and detailed information for that year.
The Opel Astra, launched in 1991, is a popular compact car known for its practicality, safety innovations, and diverse body styles. It continues Opel's long legacy in the C-segment.
Astra F: 1991-1997. Astra G: 1998-2004. Astra H: 2004-2009 (production continued in some markets until 2010). Astra J: 2009-2015. Astra K: 2015-2021. Astra L: 2021-Present.
The Opel Commodore, produced from 1967-1982, was a stylish executive car. It was known as the six-cylinder version of the Opel Rekord and was a precursor to the legendary Australian-built Holden Commodore.
Commodore A: 1967-1971. Commodore B: 1972-1977. Commodore C: 1978-1982 (In some markets like South Africa, production extended until 1986). (In the UK, this generation was sold as the Vauxhall Viceroy). (This C-generation platform was the basis for the first Holden Commodore, which was a separate and highly-modified car built from 1978-2020 in Australia).
