1989 Holden Commodore VN Executive review from Australia and New Zealand
"Reliable and good to drive"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Tailgate air struts needed replacing.
Crankshaft pulley replaced.
Speedo fault at 175000 km: needle would only come up to 70 km/hr, then dropped to zero.
Minor electric problems: fan not going on speeds 1 and 2, oil light staying on, replaced the ignition switch.
General comments?
I had a very good run with this car: at 250,000 Km there is no sign of the motor or transmission failing.
Great for towing a boat.
Economical to drive if you don't push it.
Motor vibrates when idling.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.8 V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 175000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 249000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Mitsubishi Sigma |
| Date of Entry | 25th April, 2001 |