Terrible, "this is about the Diplomat A" but you show a Lincoln, then a Diplomat B. You can´t even read the Name RüsselSheim. Just read it like it is spelled, with an S in the middle. The KAD Series - you say Kapitän, but keep showing Kadetts and B series. Get a grip on yourselves, do some decent research. And let someone who knows about cars review it, before you publish.
The Kapitän, Admiral, Diplomat A produced between 1964 and 1968 did classify each model to a special niche of the market. The Kapitän was the cheapest model with 6 cylinder only rubber mats instead of woolen mats which were offered with the Admiral series, for the front shield washers Kapitän was equipped with a rubber bulb on the floor which had to be pumped by feet whereas the luxury models like Admiral and Diplomat used mechanical servo pumps. The Admiral had more sophisticated six cylinder engines with double carburetors and a 4.7 liter eight cylinder was optional. For the diplomat the eight cylinder was Standard and six cylinder optional.
It was a really good car, when I was child my father had an ‘70 so almost the first year Admiral B 2.8E automatic, with black paint and with burgundy interior in every where I mean the head liner the seat belt the steering wheel the dash really everything was dark red, it was very very nice!!! By the way it was a well equipped vehicle with a huge power sunroof, self leveling suspension (rear), 4 electric windows,only the air con was missing. And we use as daily, but this car was the only exception in our car line because all the other cars were Mercedes.( later I also bought another one for nostalgic, but I never used as daily) But here are some facts about this. It was very innovative, all the v8 and the 2.8E was fitted with 4 inner coolant brake disks ( the Mercedes only just front ) It had a very comfortable soft ride culture with precise and light steering. Also the engine was pretty cool it could drive 180 -200 k ( around 110-120miles) without any problem!! Also the fuel consumption was quite good around 12-14 l in town! Mechanically it was simple and easy to fix but the parts by the time were missing, also the base parts like bushes.( finally that’s why I sold it) But if I wanna be honest based on my personal experiences ,it was just a 60’s car, a good competitor for a Mercedes w108, (except the 6.3 )but not for a w116 (it was from’72) because that was a space ship not just against the Opel KAD, rather all of the other car manufacturers all over the world! Those cars were just like modern car, as like the today’s car, in ride quality in comfort ( first automatic clima) and in safety as well ( the first ABS system) that car has presented many first things in auto mobile history ( turbo diesel engine), so for me the w116 is the favorite, from that time period! ( all the time ,in turn the w124 but that’s already another story) Cheers from Hungary 🇭🇺
The THM-350 wasn't used. The TH-400 came in the Diplomat B (1969 - 1977). The 4.6 an 5.4 liter engines on the Diplomat A were combined with an antique Powerglide two-speed automatic. However: the TH-350 as used on the Chevy midrange models had been used as a substitute for a dead Powerglide after failures and in the attempt to reduce fuel consumption with a 3-speed gearbox.
@@wintersbattleofbands1144 that’s why we told the following: “The Opel Diplomat A V8 Coupé was aimed at European buyers who wanted a special mix of American muscle and European luxury.” when talking about “Market Position and Reception”. When talking about “Design and Features” we said “The car's strong presence on the road was further emphasized by its wide stance and muscular looks, making it stand out in both European and American markets.” Because it’s a mix of European luxury and American muscle.
Coupé, not coupe. The photos and commentary don't seem to be very well synchronized much of the time - and are often not even correct - and the subtitles keep referring to Opal!!! I've got to 2:53 - I think I'll stop there...
This would be a lot better if you didn’t keep repeating the same facts over and over! We also don’t need the same pictures of the car repeated over and over! Why have pictures of a convertible 4door Lincoln in this? This could be shorter by 10 min if you stop repeating stuff. Go for Quality not quantity! Other than that, it was good.🤔
What do you think of this blend of American muscle and European design? Let’s hear your thoughts!
Many times the pictures don't agree with the narration. Talking about a Diplomat, but showing picture of an Admiral.
As soon I watched a Lincoln Continental when it was talking about Opel I paused the video and quitted watching it.
Terrible, "this is about the Diplomat A" but you show a Lincoln, then a Diplomat B. You can´t even read the Name RüsselSheim. Just read it like it is spelled, with an S in the middle. The KAD Series - you say Kapitän, but keep showing Kadetts and B series. Get a grip on yourselves, do some decent research. And let someone who knows about cars review it, before you publish.
The Kapitän, Admiral, Diplomat A produced between 1964 and 1968 did classify each model to a special niche of the market. The Kapitän was the cheapest model with 6 cylinder only rubber mats instead of woolen mats which were offered with the Admiral series, for the front shield washers Kapitän was equipped with a rubber bulb on the floor which had to be pumped by feet whereas the luxury models like Admiral and Diplomat used mechanical servo pumps.
The Admiral had more sophisticated six cylinder engines with double carburetors and a 4.7 liter eight cylinder was optional.
For the diplomat the eight cylinder was Standard and six cylinder optional.
It was a really good car, when I was child my father had an ‘70 so almost the first year Admiral B 2.8E automatic, with black paint and with burgundy interior in every where I mean the head liner the seat belt the steering wheel the dash really everything was dark red, it was very very nice!!! By the way it was a well equipped vehicle with a huge power sunroof, self leveling suspension (rear), 4 electric windows,only the air con was missing. And we use as daily, but this car was the only exception in our car line because all the other cars were Mercedes.( later I also bought another one for nostalgic, but I never used as daily)
But here are some facts about this.
It was very innovative, all the v8 and the 2.8E was fitted with 4 inner coolant brake disks ( the Mercedes only just front )
It had a very comfortable soft ride culture with precise and light steering. Also the engine was pretty cool it could drive 180 -200 k ( around 110-120miles) without any problem!! Also the fuel consumption was quite good around 12-14 l in town! Mechanically it was simple and easy to fix but the parts by the time were missing, also the base parts like bushes.( finally that’s why I sold it)
But if I wanna be honest based on my personal experiences ,it was just a 60’s car, a good competitor for a Mercedes w108, (except the 6.3 )but not for a w116 (it was from’72) because that was a space ship not just against the Opel KAD, rather all of the other car manufacturers all over the world!
Those cars were just like modern car, as like the today’s car, in ride quality in comfort ( first automatic clima) and in safety as well ( the first ABS system) that car has presented many first things in auto mobile history ( turbo diesel engine), so for me the w116 is the favorite, from that time period! ( all the time ,in turn the w124 but that’s already another story)
Cheers from Hungary 🇭🇺
@@DanielTorok-nd7pn thank you for this small insight into your experience with Opel and Mercedes. 🙏
Opel had the best design in Germany
@@canerguener8664 have you had one?
The THM-350 wasn't used. The TH-400 came in the Diplomat B (1969 - 1977). The 4.6 an 5.4 liter engines on the Diplomat A were combined with an antique Powerglide two-speed automatic.
However: the TH-350 as used on the Chevy midrange models had been used as a substitute for a dead Powerglide after failures and in the attempt to reduce fuel consumption with a 3-speed gearbox.
6:58. Sorry, wasn't sold here (American markets). Another thumbs-down research fail.
@@wintersbattleofbands1144 that’s why we told the following: “The Opel Diplomat A V8 Coupé was aimed at European buyers who wanted a special mix of American muscle and European luxury.” when talking about “Market Position and Reception”.
When talking about “Design and Features” we said “The car's strong presence on the road was further emphasized by its wide stance and muscular looks, making it stand out in both European and American markets.” Because it’s a mix of European luxury and American muscle.
Coupé, not coupe. The photos and commentary don't seem to be very well synchronized much of the time - and are often not even correct - and the subtitles keep referring to Opal!!! I've got to 2:53 - I think I'll stop there...
@@TijgerTim thanks for your comment. It seems we have to add subtitles on our own, when those UA-cam automated subtitles doing it that wrong.
Opel Continental, haven't seen those before
"Repetitive and repetitive," says the New York Times.
Why u showing a photo of a Lincoln Continental?
The Opel has absolutely NOTHING to do with Lincoln.
AI stupidity!
Just another American designed boat on wheels.
@@rafthejaf8789 it’s a European car, but with the blend of American muscle.
@@LegendaryRideCars Well yes but it's basically a GM lump on four wheels.
Why is there a completely unrelated Lincoln in the background when discussing Opel's history. That's just BAD. Thumbs down.
This would be a lot better if you didn’t keep repeating the same facts over and over! We also don’t need the same pictures of the car repeated over and over! Why have pictures of a convertible 4door Lincoln in this? This could be shorter by 10 min if you stop repeating stuff. Go for Quality not quantity! Other than that, it was good.🤔
Ai generated garbage!