Another departure from the usual run of GM Opel and Vauxhall stock. This is the factory workshop manual for the Series MM, Series II and Minor 1000.

For sale - Morris Minor Workshop Manual AKD530E - £20

It is in fair condition, I have cleaned the cover but it is still a little grubby, there are oily marks on the edge of pages.

For sale - Morris Minor Workshop Manual, in fair condition

The rivets that secured the ring binder had separated from the cover, I have re-attached it with a couple of sturdy stainless steel button cap screws.

For sale - Morris Minor Workshop Manual, rivets replaced with stainless screws

The asking price is £20, the price includes UK delivery (Highlands and Islands excepted).

Obsolete Morris Minor spares are becoming more scarce in the UK, this is very much a one off item, so don't hang about if this Morris Minor factory workshop manual is what you need to maintain your classic Morris Minor.

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22/05/20 - Now sold

Something a little different from the usual GM Opel and Vauxhall stock. This is an original first aid box as fitted to various GPO "Post Office" vehicles including; the rubber wing Morris minor vans, Minis and BSA Bantam motorcycles. It is marked GPO on the back, the dimensions are 5" long, 1.5" deep and 3" wide.
For sale - GPO Morris Minor van first aid box - £15

The previous owner was a musician and used it to store piano spares, he had scratched "Fender Rhodes" onto the lid. In order to remove this it was necessary to sand back and re-finish.

GPO Morris Minor van first aid box, GPO markings

The asking price is £15, the price includes UK delivery (Highlands and Islands excepted).

GPO Morris Minor first aid box, small enough to fit in a classic Mini

Obsolete Morris Minor spares are becoming more scarce in the UK, this is very much a one off item, so don't hang about if this is what you need for your classic Morris Minor van.

Send a message or leave a comment if you have any enquiries.


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16/11/19 - Now sold

This is a fuse box and cover from an Opel Manta A series, it is a genuine salvaged Opel part. It would be suitable for the following applications:
  • Opel Manta A series - '70-'75
  • Opel Ascona A series - '70-'75
Opel Manta A series fuse box cover - £15

The fuse box cover, which so often goes missing, is present; before you get too excited it is worth noting that the tip of the plastic locking tab has broken off (see image above). The cover will stay in place, but this situation could be improved by attaching an additional piece of metal, glued in place with a high strength adhesive such as Araldite. I shall leave the next owner to decide if this is an acceptable modification to what is a recurring problem with this design of fuse box.

For sale - Opel Manta A series fuse box - £15

It is priced at £15, the price includes delivery within the UK. I can send to some European locations too, but please ask for a quote first as this could be quite a high sum.

Opel Manta A series fuse box - delivery included

Obsolete GM spares are not exactly plentiful in the UK, this is the very last of my stock and I will not be replacing them, so don't hang about if this is what you need for your classic Opel.

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19/04/19 - Now sold

This is a reproduction Opel Manta A series tyre pressure door sticker. The original would have been mounted on the inside face of the (UK) passenger side B post, just below the door striker plate. As they are just a paper label, they rarely survive decades of use and multiple resprays.

For sale - Opel Manta A series tyre pressure sticker - £5

This reproduction label would make a nice period correct addition for a show car. It is priced at £5, the price includes delivery within the UK. I can send to some European locations too, but please ask for a quote first as this could be quite a high sum.

Obsolete GM spares are not exactly plentiful in the UK, this is the very last of my stock and I will not be replacing them, so don't hang about if this is what you need for your classic Opel.

Send a message or leave a comment if you have any enquiries.
 

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17/06/18 - Now sold

These head rests are part of a set of salvaged seats from an early model variant of the Opel Manta A series. This style of seat has a much more sporty appearance than those found on the later cars. The vinyl has small ventilation holes in the centre sections and the leatherette has a very delicate grain pattern. The overall look is much more in the minimalist 60s muscle car theme, rather than the 70s saloon comfort theme.

For sale - Opel Manta A series head rests - £25

Factory OEM head rests were one of the many options available for the Opel Manta A series and similar models from the same era, although they wee rarely specified and are quite rare. All the seats could be fitted with head rests, the factory manual even gives the precise measurements to cut the seat in order to retro fit them.

These seat head rests may not be the original GM items (I recall the ones I had being a little thinner) however they are a very close match and will fit the original seats. They certainly look good, add a little comfort and protect against whiplash in the unfortunate case of an accident.

They are likely to be suitable for the following applications:
  • Opel Manta A series
  • Opel Ascona A series

Opel Manta & Ascona A  series head rest, a good upgrade

They are both in good condition with some very slight wear marks here and there. They would be an excellent upgrade to a daily driven vehicle, or even to a show car with a little more time spent valeting them.

The head rests are available for £25, UK delivery (excluding remote Highlands & Islands) is included. Europe and the rest of the World are possible, but might be expensive due to size and weight when packed. So please ask for a quote first as this could be quite expensive to do.

Obsolete GM spares are not exactly plentiful in the UK, this is the very last of my stock and I will not be replacing them, so don't hang about if this is what you need for your classic Opel.

Send a message or leave a comment if you have any enquiries.


Updates:

11/08/19 - Now sold

This is a part of a set of salvaged seats from an early model variant of the Opel Manta A series. This style of seat has a much more sporty appearance than those found on the later cars. The vinyl has small ventilation holes in the centre sections and the leatherette has a very delicate grain pattern. The overall look is much more in the minimalist 60s muscle car theme, rather than the 70s saloon comfort theme.

For sale - Opel Manta A series front driver's seat - £25

In the past I have covered many thousands of miles in this type of seat and found them to be very comfortable. Just don't jump in on a hot summers day wearing shorts or you'll need to visit casualty for third degree burns treatment.

Opel Manta A series front driver's seat, comfortable

These seats suitable were the standard fitment for many variants of the Opel Manta A series, including the Rallye, SR, and Deluxe models. In my experience, this style of seat is normally seen (in the UK) on those variants made during the 1970-73 period. The chassis number for such vehicles would usually begin with a 592 or 599 prefix and would correspond to; J, K, L and even M suffix registration plates.

It is likely to be only suitable for the following applications:
  • Opel Manta A series
  • Opel Ascona A series

Opel Manta A series front driver's seat, split in the seat back rest

This is the driver's seat (UK RHD) from the set, it is in fair condition, but has some issues described below and is ripe for restoration. As often happens with these seats, the foam cushion has deteriorated badly. This has caused the seat base to collapse and made the vinyl tear where it is has become over stretched.

Opel Manta A series front driver's seat, vinyl split where it has become stretched

There are a few other minor wear marks, a small hole on the front and the most obvious being a split on the back rest.

Opel Manta A series front driver's seat, has a small hole on the front of the seat base

This particular seat has had a head rest fitted at some point. A suitable pair of head rests are available here if you are wanting an original equipment style optional upgrade.

Opel Manta A series front driver's seat, has had head rests fitted

This early model Opel Manta driver's seat is available for £25; delivery is possible within the UK. but will be expensive due to size and weight, it might also be possible to send multiple items via pallet. Alternatively I can arrange for a rendezvous around the Midlands area for cost only. Likewise I could meet continental enthusiasts in the region around Calais or Dunkirk, but please ask for a quote first as this could be quite expensive to do.

Obsolete GM spares are not exactly plentiful in the UK, this is the very last of my stock and I will not be replacing them, so don't hang about if this is what you need for your classic Opel.

Send a message or leave a comment if you have any enquiries.


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None so far

This is a part of a set of salvaged seats from an early model variant of the Opel Manta A series. This style of seat has a much more sporty appearance than those found on the later cars. The vinyl has small ventilation holes in the centre sections and the leatherette has a very delicate grain pattern. The overall look is much more in the minimalist 60s muscle car theme, rather than the 70s saloon comfort theme.

For sale - Opel Manta A series front driver's seat - £25

In the past I have covered many thousands of miles in this type of seat and found them to be very comfortable. Just don't jump in on a hot summers day wearing shorts or you'll need to visit casualty for third degree burns treatment.

Opel Manta A series front seat, comfortable

These seats suitable were the standard fitment for many variants of the Opel Manta A series, including the Rallye, SR, and Deluxe models. In my experience, this style of seat is normally seen (in the UK) on those variants made during the 1970-73 period. The chassis number for such vehicles would usually begin with a 592 or 599 prefix and would correspond to; J, K, L and even M suffix registration plates.

It is likely to be only suitable for the following applications:
  • Opel Manta A series
  • Opel Ascona A series

Opel Manta A series driver's seat, foam cushion has deteriorated

This is the driver's seat (UK RHD) from the set, it is in fair condition, but has some issues described below and is ripe for restoration. As often happens with these seats, the foam cushion has deteriorated badly. This has caused the seat base to collapse and made the vinyl tear where it is has become over stretched.

Opel Manta A series driver's seat, vinyl has torn due to sagging base

There are a few other minor wear marks, but nothing too bad..

For sale - Opel Manta A series driver's seat - £25

This early model Opel Manta driver's seat is available for £25; delivery is possible within the UK. but will be expensive due to size and weight, it might also be possible to send multiple items via pallet. Alternatively I can arrange for a rendezvous around the Midlands area for cost only. Likewise I could meet continental enthusiasts in the region around Calais or Dunkirk, but please ask for a quote first as this could be quite expensive to do.

Opel Manta A series driver's seat, delivery possible

Obsolete GM spares are not exactly plentiful in the UK, this is the very last of my stock and I will not be replacing them, so don't hang about if this is what you need for your classic Opel.

Send a message or leave a comment if you have any enquiries.


Updates:

09/08/19 - Now sold

This is a part of a set of salvaged seats from an early model variant of the Opel Manta A series. This style of seat has a much more sporty appearance than those found on the later cars. The vinyl has small ventilation holes in the centre sections and the leatherette has a very delicate grain pattern. The overall look is much more in the minimalist 60s muscle car theme, rather than the 70s saloon comfort theme. In the past I have covered many thousands of miles in this type of seat and found them to be very comfortable. Just don't jump in on a hot summers day wearing shorts or you'll need to visit casualty for third degree burns treatment.

For sale - Manta A series front passenger seat - £30

These seats suitable were the standard fitment for many variants of the Opel Manta A series, including the Rallye, SR, and Deluxe models. In my experience, this style of seat is normally seen (in the UK) on those variants made during the 1970-73 period. The chassis number for such vehicles would usually begin with a 592 or 599 prefix and would correspond to; J, K, L and even M suffix registration plates.

It is likely to be only suitable for the following applications:
  • Opel Manta A series
  • Opel Ascona A series

Manta A series seat for Rallye, SR & Deluxe variants

This is the passenger's seat (UK RHD) from the set, it is in quite good condition. There are a few wear marks here and there on the vinyl, on the exposed edges there are some spots that have worn through although they are rather small. It could be really useful for anyone with a left hand drive vehicle as a drop in replacement for a tired seat on a daily driver.

There are a few wear marks here and there

This early model Opel Manta passenger seat is available for £30; delivery is possible within the UK. but will be expensive due to size and weight, it might also be possible to send multiple items via pallet. Alternatively I can arrange for a rendezvous around the Midlands area for cost only. Likewise I could meet continental enthusiasts in the region around Calais or Dunkirk, but please ask for a quote first as this could be quite expensive to do.

Would make a good drop in replacement for a left hand drive car

Obsolete GM spares are not exactly plentiful in the UK, this is the very last of my stock and I will not be replacing them, so don't hang about if this is what you need for your classic Opel.

Send a message or leave a comment if you have any enquiries.


Updates:

01/05/19 - Now sold

This is a part of a set of salvaged seats from an early model variant of the Opel Manta A series. This style of seat has a much more sporty appearance than those found on the later cars. The vinyl has small ventilation holes in the centre sections and the leatherette has a very delicate grain pattern. The overall look is much more in the minimalist 60s muscle car theme, rather than the 70s saloon comfort theme. In the past I have covered many thousands of miles in this type of seat and found them to be very comfortable. Just don't jump in on a hot summers day wearing shorts or you'll need to visit casualty for third degree burns treatment.

Free - Opel Manta A series rear seat back - £NIL

These seats suitable were the standard fitment for many variants of the Opel Manta A series, including the Rallye, SR, and Deluxe models. In my experience, this style of seat is normally seen (in the UK) on those variants made during the 1970-73 period. The chassis number for such vehicles would usually begin with a 592 or 599 prefix and would correspond to; J, K, L and even M suffix registration plates.

It is likely to be only suitable for the following applications:
  • Opel Manta A series
  • Opel Ascona A series
This is the rear seat back, sadly it was ruined by the sun whilst parked up. The top section has completely disintegrated and will require professional restoration. It might be worth salvaging what's left to make repairs on other seats. I can even remove the material and post out for cost if this is your intention.
Manta A series rear seat back, ruined by sunlight

This early model Opel Manta rear seat is available completely free; delivery is possible within the UK. but will be expensive due to size and weight, it might also be possible to send multiple items via pallet. Alternatively I can arrange for a rendezvous around the Midlands area for cost only. Likewise I could meet continental enthusiasts in the region around Calais or Dunkirk, but please ask for a quote first as this could be quite expensive to do.

Manta A series rear seat back, free to collect

Obsolete GM spares are not exactly plentiful in the UK, this is the very last of my stock and I will not be replacing them, so don't hang about if this is what you need for your classic Opel.

Send a message or leave a comment if you have any enquiries.


Updates:

21/03/19 - Now sold

This is a part of a set of salvaged seats from an early model variant of the Opel Manta A series. This style of seat has a much more sporty appearance than those found on the later cars. The vinyl has small ventilation holes in the centre sections and the leatherette has a very delicate grain pattern. The overall look is much more in the minimalist 60s muscle car theme, rather than the 70s saloon comfort theme. In the past I have covered many thousands of miles in this type of seat and found them to be very comfortable. Just don't jump in on a hot summers day wearing shorts or you'll need to visit casualty for third degree burns treatment.

For sale - Manta A series rear seat squab - £30

These seats suitable were the standard fitment for many variants of the Opel Manta A series, including the Rallye, SR, and Deluxe models. In my experience, this style of seat is normally seen (in the UK) on those variants made during the 1970-73 period. The chassis number for such vehicles would usually begin with a 592 or 599 prefix and would correspond to; J, K, L and even M suffix registration plates.

It is likely to be only suitable for the following applications:
  • Opel Manta A series
  • Opel Ascona A series

Manta A series rear seat squab in nice condition

This is the rear seat squab and is in nice condition. perhaps whoever owned the car didn't have any kids. It should be noted that the black casement type material fitted around the sides of the seat is crumbling. This material is not seen once the seat is installed, but it does serve to hold everything together and in my opinion you will struggle to re-fit the seat without it tearing much worse than it already is.

The black casement material is crumbling and needs to be replaced

This early model Opel Manta rear seat squab is available for £30; delivery is possible within the UK. but will be expensive due to size and weight, it might also be possible to send multiple items via pallet. Alternatively I can arrange for a rendezvous around the Midlands area for cost only. Likewise I could meet continental enthusiasts in the region around Calais or Dunkirk, but please ask for a quote first as this could be quite expensive to do.

For sale - Opel Manta A series rear seat squab - £30

Obsolete GM spares are not exactly plentiful in the UK, this is the very last of my stock and I will not be replacing them, so don't hang about if this is what you need for your classic Opel.

Send a message or leave a comment if you have any enquiries.



Updates:

01/04/19 - One sold, one further item in stock

This is a part of a set of salvaged seats from a very late model variant of the Opel Manta A series. This style of seat is more substantial than those found on the earlier cars; the material has larger ventilation holes with a more pronounced grain to the leatherette. Some people like this style of seat for their support and comfort, whilst others hate them for not looking "sporty" enough.

For sale - late model Manta A series seat - £30

Regardless of aesthetics if you are an originality freak you will want these rare seats suitable for later models of the Opel Manta A series, including the SR, Luxus and Deluxe models. In my experience, this style of seat is generally only seen (in the UK) on those variants made during the 1974-75 period. The chassis number for such vehicles would usually begin with a 598 or 595 prefix and would correspond to; M, N and even P or R suffix registration plates.

Late model Opel Manta A series rear seat, in good condition

They are likely to be only suitable for the following applications:
  • Opel Manta A series
  • Opel Ascona A series

The seat back has the obligatory sunlight crack; in this case it was not very well hidden under a piece of Gaffa tape. The patch has long departed and only its ghostly glue residue remains.

Manta A seat back, it has the obligatory sunlight crack

The squab though is in very nice condition. I would guess that whoever owned the car didn't have any kids.

Manta seat base in nice condition, whoever owned the car didn't have kids

This late model Manta seat is available for £30; delivery is possible within the UK. but will be expensive due to size and weight, it might also be possible to send multiple items via pallet. Alternatively I can arrange for a rendezvous around the Midlands area for cost only. Likewise I could meet continental enthusiasts in the region around Calais or Dunkirk, but please ask for a quote first as this could be quite expensive to do.


Obsolete GM spares are not exactly plentiful in the UK, this is the very last of my stock and I will not be replacing them, so don't hang about if this is what you need for your classic Opel.

Send a message or leave a comment if you have any enquiries.


Updates:

27/10/18 - Offer made, awaiting payment.
30/10/18 - Now sold

This is a part of a set of salvaged seats from a very late model variant of the Opel Manta A series. This style of seat is more substantial than those found on the earlier cars; the material has larger ventilation holes with a more pronounced grain to the leatherette. Some people like this style of seat for their support and comfort, whilst others hate them for not looking "sporty" enough.

For sale - late model Manta A series seat - £20

Regardless of aesthetics if you are an originality freak you will want these rare seats suitable for later models of the Opel Manta A series, including the SR, Luxus and Deluxe models. In my experience, this style of seat is generally only seen (in the UK) on those variants made during the 1974-75 period. The chassis number for such vehicles would usually begin with a 598 or 595 prefix and would correspond to; M, N and even P or R suffix registration plates.

They are likely to be only suitable for the following applications:
  • Opel Manta A series
  • Opel Ascona A series
This is the passenger's seat (UK RHD) from the set, it is generally in quite good condition. The end of the seat back release lever is missing and there's a tiny bit of foam showing by the recliner knob. It could be really useful for anyone with a left hand drive vehicle as a drop in replacement for a tired seat on a daily driver.

Seat in great condition, but there's a tiny bit of foam showing here

I suspect the headrests are non-genuine, they're covered with a slightly smoother pattern of black leatherette, they are a very tight fit and there's no collar present around the mounting points.

The end of the tilt release lever is missing

This late model Manta seat is available for £20; delivery is possible within the UK. but will be expensive due to size and weight, it might also be possible to send multiple items via pallet. Alternatively I can arrange for a rendezvous around the Midlands area for cost only. Likewise I could meet continental enthusiasts in the region around Calais or Dunkirk, but please ask for a quote first as this could be quite expensive to do.

This could be a good drop in replacement for a left hand drive Manta

Obsolete GM spares are not exactly plentiful in the UK, this is the very last of my stock and I will not be replacing them, so don't hang about if this is what you need for your classic Opel.

Send a message or leave a comment if you have any enquiries.


Updates:

27/10/18 - Offer made, awaiting payment.
30/10/18 - Now sold

This is a part of a set of salvaged seats from a very late model variant of the Opel Manta A series. This style of seat is more substantial than those found on the earlier cars; the material has larger ventilation holes with a more pronounced grain to the leatherette. Some people like this style of seat for their support and comfort, whilst others hate them for not looking "sporty" enough.

For sale - late model Manta A series front seat - £20

Regardless of aesthetics if you are an originality freak you will want these rare seats suitable for later models of the Opel Manta A series, including the SR, Luxus and Deluxe models. In my experience, this style of seat is generally only seen (in the UK) on those variants made during the 1974-75 period. The chassis number for such vehicles would usually begin with a 598 or 595 prefix and would correspond to; M, N and even P or R suffix registration plates.

They are likely to be only suitable for the following applications:
  • Opel Manta A series
  • Opel Ascona A series
This is the driver's seat (UK RHD) from the set, as can be seen from the images it is in poor condition. The seat base is cracked and split in multiple places and the bolster has worn right through to the horse hair. I suspect this came from a keen driver's car! It is sold with the intention that it will be for restoration purposes, this is reflected in the low asking price.

Wear to seat base and bolster, this was from a driver's car


I suspect the headrests are non-genuine, they're covered with a slightly smoother pattern of black leatherette, they are a very tight fit and there's no collar present around the mounting points.

Head rests are probably non-genuine

This late model Manta seat is available for £20; delivery is possible within the UK. but will be expensive due to size and weight, it might also be possible to send multiple items via pallet. Alternatively I can arrange for a rendezvous around the Midlands area for cost only. Likewise I could meet continental enthusiasts in the region around Calais or Dunkirk, but please ask for a quote first as this could be quite expensive to do.

For sale - late model Manta A series front seat - £20

Obsolete GM spares are not exactly plentiful in the UK, this is the very last of my stock and I will not be replacing them, so don't hang about if this is what you need for your classic Opel.

Send a message or leave a comment if you have any enquiries.


Updates:

27/10/18 - Offer made, awaiting payment.
30/10/18 - Now sold

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