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1979 Opel Kadett C GT/E Group 2 'Ex-Carenini

Germany • 25 Nov 2023

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This is a 1979 Opel Kadett C GT/E Group 2 rally car with chassis number 3292567957. It was prepared by Tuning Carenini and driven in 31 rallies from 1979-1984 by Luigi Zandona and Aldo Fasan. The car was restored from 2019-2021 and retains its period-correct Group 2-spec fuel-injected Cavicchiolo-tuned engine.

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The car underwent a complete nut-and-bolt restoration from 2019 to 2021, addressing both mechanical and cosmetic aspects. While the restoration aimed to revive its original condition, it's important to note that it's a restored example rather than an original, perfectly preserved car.

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Founded by brothers Gino and Silvano Carenini in 1974, Tuning Carenini became known as the leading Italian workshop for Opel rally cars.

Gino had previously worked for Walter Röhl as his master mechanic in the Opel Works team when he won the World Rally Championship in 1974.

This Opel Kadett C GT/E was first registered on 20 February 1979 in Treviso, Italy before being sent to Tuning Carenini to be converted into a Group 2 car for the Piave Jolly Club.

The engine was stamped not with a number, but its maker: Cavicchiolo.

The Kadett’s first owner, Luigi Zandona, made his debut on 3 March 1979 at the San Marino Rally.

The car wore Piave Jolly Club livery and was sponsored by the luxury Italian brand Gucci.

San Marino was the first of many rallies, with Zandona competing nine times in 1979, notably finishing 5th overall and 1st in class at the Rallye del Bellunese.

In February 1980, Italian rally driver Aldo Fasan purchased this Opel Kadett and subsequently competed in 22 different...