Vauxhall Calibra Turbo 1995

[cally-dave]

The Opel Calibra, also known as the Vauxhall Calibra in the United Kingdom, the Chevrolet Calibra in South America, and the Holden Calibra in Australiaand New Zealand is a sports car engineered and produced by German automakerOpel between 1989 and 1997, but sold until 1999 in the UK

The Opel Calibra was styled by the German Designer, Erhard Schnell. As a front-wheel drivecoupé based on the Vectra chassis, its ride and handling are not significantly better than that of the large family car from which it grew. On its launch in 1989, the Calibra was the most aerodynamic production car in the world. This was glorified in an advert on Britishtelevision during 1990.

The last Calibra Turbos were produced in early 1997 before a final run of Calibra Turbo Limited Editions were rolled out. These were all finished in jet black paintwork with Irmscher spoiler, BBS RX 16" alloys and colour-coded body fittings. This final incarnation was also lowered by 35mm on Irmscher springs and dampers. The interior was heated cream leather, with a steering wheel trimmed in grey leather and a plaque showing the build number mounted on the centre console.

 

[colj00]

YES, they already have a semi-premium DTM model, how hard can it be to un DTM it?

 

[Flaco13]

Very semi-premium indeed, I love how it looks now. Hope this means they are working on a full premium version both DTM and road... Irmscher Limited Edition, please!!!

 

[Dr Fourtrack]

When this came out i thought it was to die for. Had everything I wanted in coupe saloon car styling. LIKE.

 

[cally-dave]

I absolutely LOVED my Calibra, sexiest thing on the roads, and was still able to fit in with the newest cars around today thanks to it's styling. Was a sad day when the timing belt fell out with the engine, and bent all 8 inlet valves She is alive and well again with a new owner, being passed around from pillar to post.... As soon as I am in employment again, I shall be buying her back

 

[Dr Fourtrack]

Nice to know that i'm not alone in my Calibra love.

 

[Flaco13]

Not at all Dr Fourtrack.

 

[All Your Base]

I honestly never understood the hate for the Opel Calibra, aside from the fact that Vauxhalls/Opels were the butt of many Top Gear's jokes. It was the most aerodynamic production car until the magnificent McLaren F1, and it showed that GM's European division could make a good car during a dark time for those two companies. The turbocharged AWD Calibra is my favorite Vauxhall of all time, and it definitely deserves to be in the GT series. Voted.