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Opel Kadett

1937 – 1993 — GERMANY

Opel›Kadett

The Opel Kadett made a comeback in 1962, more than two decades after its original model was discontinued in 1940. Reintroduced as the Kadett A, this small family car was available in various versions, including a 2-door saloon, 3-door Car-A-Van (estate), and a coupé. The initiative to bring back the Kadett was driven by Opel Product Director Karl Stief, who was tasked by General Motors to create a strong competitor to Volkswagen. The development of the 1962 Kadett was shrouded in secrecy, with very little information available about its history. It is believed that General Motors intended to keep a new platform-sharing technique between Opel and Vauxhall under