Opel Ascona is a large family car that was produced by the German automaker Opel from 1970 to 1988.
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12 Facts About Opel Ascona
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The Opel Ascona A launched in 1970 and sold across Europe was the first mainstream Opel model to carry the name.
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Second generation Opel Ascona B was presented in August 1975 at the Frankfurt Motor Show.
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Opel Ascona B retained the same engine range as its predecessor, versions with higher compression ratio and needing 98 octane petrol, dubbed S, were available alongside the 90 octane models.
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In September 1979 the Opel Ascona received a minor facelift, including plastic bumpers and a grey front grille with a larger mesh.
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In January 1981 the Opel Ascona underwent its last changes, when adjustments made to the 16N and 20N engines.
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The Opel Ascona 400 was the last rear wheel drive rally car to win the drivers' world championship, ensuring its place in motorsports history.
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Opel Ascona C was launched in August 1981 as part of General Motors' J-car project.
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The Opel Ascona C won the "Goldenes Lenkrad" award at the end of 1981 and was West Germany's biggest selling car.
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The Opel Ascona C underwent two notable facelifts during its term of production.
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In Brazil, the Opel Ascona C was sold from May 1982 until 1996 as the Chevrolet Monza.
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