Opel Olympia Rekord Mk1 1956 STL 3D Print Model

The Opel Olympia Rekord Mk1 is an iconic German compact sedan from 1956, faithfully reproduced as a high-detail 3D print model. The mesh captures every characteristic detail of this postwar classic: the distinctive vertical-bar front grille, round pod headlights, OPEL lettering on the front fascia, chrome bumpers, whitewall tires, and the elegant two-door fastback roofline. Provided as a ready-to-print STL file inside Opel_Olympia_Rekord_-Mk1-_1956.zip, it is suited for display scale models, dioramas, or collector showcases. Six orthographic clay renders are included to verify geometry before printing.

Print settings

FDM printing at 0.1–0.15 mm layer height is recommended for capturing fine surface details such as the grille bars and badge lettering; resin (MSLA/DLP) will yield the sharpest results on the chrome-trim and emblem areas. Orient the body shell upright (roof up) to minimize scarring on the hood and roof surfaces, adding supports only under the bumpers and wheel arches. An infill of 15–20 % is sufficient for a solid display piece; PLA or ABS work well for the body, while clear resin is ideal for the windscreen if printed separately. Lightly sand and prime the body before painting to bring out the panel lines and chrome details.