Opel Celebrates Jubilee with Limited Edition “Corsa 40”
- Real eyecatcher: Special model in red with black ornamentation
- Timeless pattern: Modern interpretation of Corsa A tartan seat trim
- From 0001 to 1982: Each car has its own label in the interior
- Six generations of success: More than 14.5 million units of Corsa produced in 40 years
Rüsselsheim. As the first Opel Corsa rolled off the assembly line in 1982, it opened the first chapter of an ongoing success story. Today, 40 years and six model generations later, more than 14.5 million units have left the plants. The bestselling small car is still hugely popular also as the all-electric Corsa-e. Opel is celebrating the jubilee with the “Corsa 40” special model.
The limited edition – Opel will produce only 1,982 units – comes with a new colour for the bodywork called “Rekord Red” that is highly reminiscent of the red used on the original Corsa A. Contrast is provided by the black roof and black coloured décor such as the Opel Blitz emblem, the tailgate opener and the centrally located Corsa nameplate. Seventeen-inch light alloy wheels in glossy black with inserts in matt grey underline the dynamic appearance.
Inside, the “Corsa 40” is not only nostalgic but also highly modern. The interior is unconventionally stylish, just like the first generation, especially the modern interpretation of the original tartan seat trim. Buyers will also be able to display the timeless pattern themselves – at no extra charge – with limited edition tartan socks in today’s design as well as that of the original.
The limited edition badge is equally unique. Each “Corsa 40” will possess its own label numbered from 0001 to 1982, located on the black décor of the passenger-side instrument panel. In addition, like every Corsa, the special model offers numerous comfort and safety features as standard. The list ranges from the Multimedia Radio (compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto) and LED headlamps to electronic driver assistance systems such as front collision alert with automatic emergency braking and pedestrian detection.
On the occasion of the “160 years of Opel” and “40 years of Opel Corsa” anniversaries, the brand with the “Blitz” is once again generating customer enthusiasm for the successful small car. The Opel Corsa is the bestselling small car on the German market so far this year. In addition, the Corsa-e leads the sales figures for battery-electric small cars in Germany.
