Launched in 1982Vauxhall Corsa is the main part of European roads: for 40 years and six generations more than 14 million copies The model is also a real bestseller: the Corsa is the best-selling city car on the German market and the best-selling Opel model in France.
In addition, in May 2022, the 100% electric version of the Corsa-e topped the sales of electric cars in Germany. The German manufacturer is celebrating the anniversary of its iconic city car today, precisely in its 160th anniversary year, by marketing a new special series called Corsa 40thousand anniversary.
Vauxhall Corsa 40thousand anniversary: exclusive livery
The model has an unprecedented body color The record is red, inspired by the red color of the very first Corsa. There are also contrasting black elements, such as the roof, the brand logo or the model inscription, located in the center of the tailgate.
The set is complemented by 17-inch light-alloy wheels, painted in black and decorated with gray matte inserts. The model is equipped with several standard equipment, such as a multimedia system compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, LED headlights or a frontal collision warning system with automatic emergency braking and pedestrian detection.
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Vauxhall Corsa 40thousand anniversary: original interior
Inside is a specific fabric upholsterywhich pays homage to the tartan seats of the time with a modern pattern: this one consists of white stripes and red and white stitching.
To complete the exclusivity of this special series, the Opel Corsa 40thousand the anniversary also comes with two pairs of limited edition plaid socks: one pair with a modern design and one pair with a vintage pattern.
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Vauxhall Corsa 40thousand anniversary: orders are open!
That’s allOpel Corsa is 40 years old finally available to order!
For this special edition, the manufacturer decided to sell it only online, through the Opel configurator. And whoever orders first will receive a reward!
Indeed, the lucky person will be able to take advantage of a special rate 23,600 euros. For those who are slower, they can afford it 25,300 euros in gasoline version or from 35,100 euros in electric Thermoblock is a 1.2 Turbo 130 hp with an 8-speed automatic transmission, while the battery version provides 136ch
A total of 40 Opel Corsathousand jubilee will be produced only by Fr 1982 copiespaying tribute to its launch year, of which 240 copies will be reserved for the French market.
Finally, to remind about the exclusivity of the model, there is license plate on the instrument panel, in front of the front passenger, engraving from 0001 to 1982.
” An extraordinary car deserves an innovative way of selling it. For this reason, we offer it exclusively online said Ciro Papa, Marketing Director of Opel Italia.
” In this way, it is even easier for our customers to secure an anniversary car. All you have to do is press a button from the comfort of your couch, choose a dealership to pick it up, wait for the car to be delivered and enjoy.”
Source: Auto Plus
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