2007 Opel Astra OPC 2.0 Turbo

Three doors, six gears and a turbocharged engine with plenty of attitude. The Astra OPC comes from an era when hot hatches wore their intentions proudly and this one has the broad stance, muscular bumpers and roof spoiler to back up the badge.

Under the bonnet sits a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder, rated at 177 kW and 320 Nm in factory form. Paired with a six-speed manual gearbox driving the front wheels, it delivers the boost-fed punch that makes the OPC such an entertaining proposition. Pick your gear, feel the turbo come alive and enjoy a hot hatch that gives the driver a proper role in the action.

Finished in Silver, this example lets its shape do the shouting. The sculpted side skirts, distinctive alloy wheels and OPC detailing give it a purposeful look, while the blue-accented instruments carry that sporting character into the cabin.

With 94,380 km indicated, it offers an appealing opportunity for someone who remembers wanting one when it first arrived—or who wants to discover what the fuss was about. There is everyday hatchback usefulness here, paired with enough personality to make the weekend drive something to look forward to.

For the enthusiast who grew up on turbo badges, manual gearboxes and bedroom-wall dream cars, the Astra OPC still speaks the right language. This time, the keys could be yours.

Note: This car comes with its books.