Going to check out a '71 GT/question re: windshield

GST said:

Hi all,
I'm going to check out a '71 GT with automatic tomorrow. Seller says no rust (I know, I know) and needs some carb work. He mentioned it has a crack in the windshield, is anyone making reproductions or are used the only option these days?

A little about me, I owned a '70 GT with 4-speed back in the early '90s but ended up selling it because of a growing family. I've been reading this forum for several months and have been watching YouTube videos on various GT restorations but other than that, I'm not very knowledgeable about Opels in general. I'm an avid DIY'er and do most of my own mechanical, electrical, and body/paint work so I think I'll be able to handle this project but any info and advice is welcome!

My plan is to freshen the suspension/brakes, clean the interior, possibly swap in a 5-speed manual and make it an interesting Cars and Coffee car. Not looking to make a show car, but want it to appear clean inside, outside, and underneath. Would also like to add some modern amenities like power windows and locks.

Thanks
Glen

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Opel GT Windshields in Production

The "Sale price" is $390, Retail will be $490. Purchase here : https://py.pl/3CCVFVMF6AB Anyone buying to use Zelle 8045030249 or Venmo @charles-Goin-1 as opposed to Paypal. Available in light green tint, and with optional sunscreen on top, they are also DOT (US) and ECC (Europe) certified...

www.opelgt.com

First opel 1981 said:

Charles Goin is importing some new windshields as I type. Last update is they should be clearing customs soon.
Scroll down and you will see the thread on windshields.

Opel GT Windshields in Production

The "Sale price" is $390, Retail will be $490. Purchase here : https://py.pl/3CCVFVMF6AB Anyone buying to use Zelle 8045030249 or Venmo @charles-Goin-1 as opposed to Paypal. Available in light green tint, and with optional sunscreen on top, they are also DOT (US) and ECC (Europe) certified...

www.opelgt.com

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GST said:

Hi all,
I'm going to check out a '71 GT with automatic tomorrow. Seller says no rust (I know, I know) and needs some carb work. He mentioned it has a crack in the windshield, is anyone making reproductions or are used the only option these days?

A little about me, I owned a '70 GT with 4-speed back in the early '90s but ended up selling it because of a growing family. I've been reading this forum for several months and have been watching YouTube videos on various GT restorations but other than that, I'm not very knowledgeable about Opels in general. I'm an avid DIY'er and do most of my own mechanical, electrical, and body/paint work so I think I'll be able to handle this project but any info and advice is welcome!

My plan is to freshen the suspension/brakes, clean the interior, possibly swap in a 5-speed manual and make it an interesting Cars and Coffee car. Not looking to make a show car, but want it to appear clean inside, outside, and underneath. Would also like to add some modern amenities like power windows and locks.

Thanks
Glen

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GST said:

The car turned out to a bit of a turd. Tons of body filler hiding unknown sins and spaghetti wiring.

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GST said:

I’d rather see damage/dents than a hack repair. In this particular case, there was failing bondo on the nose that was at least 1/2” thick. The rear quarter felt like it was way thicker and where it joined the tail light panel was mis-shapen, plus the chrome trim has been deleted and smoothed over with filler.

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GoinManta said:

I may have a real cheap one here in Richmond soon. I bought a new pontetional project car and that leaves one of my two parts cars as having to find a home. Niether are very spectacular. But for $600-1000ish (haven't decided price yet) one would be worth it for parts maybe. Also outsode chance restorable depending on what you want to end up with (survivor or street rod or dragster)

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