Interesting Facts About the Opel Ascona B
The Opel Ascona B was launched in the summer of 1975 as the second generation of the Ascona family car, continuing production until 1988. It arrived as the successor to the Ascona A and shared its debut with the Manta B at the IAA.
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Launch and Production Span
Introduced in July 1975, the Ascona B replaced the Ascona A after roughly 690,000 units of the earlier model were built. It remained in production until August 1988, marking a 13‑year run.
Direct Competitor to European Sports Coupés
The Ascona B was positioned as a direct rival to popular European models such as the Ford Capri, Volkswagen Scirocco, and even the BMW E21, highlighting its appeal in the compact family‑car segment.
Debut at the International Motor Show
Both the Ascona B and its sibling, the Manta B, were unveiled together at the International Motor Show (IAA) in the summer of 1975, underscoring Opel’s strategy of synchronising major model roll‑outs.
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