1985 Holden Commodore VK review from Australia and New Zealand
"This car is a beast"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Differential wore out - easy to fix, just get a new one from the wreckers.
Excessive movement in the steering rack - needed reconditioning, cheap.
Expensive to change the gearbox due to the tail-shaft, extension housing, etc. Very expensive.
General comments?
The 3.3 carby goes hard when modified, like a 350 Holley carb.
The 5 speed manual gets it going well.
Parts are cheap and made locally.
Expensive on fuel, but definitely worth it.
My Commodore performed very well against newer models in street drag racing.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.3 carb Manual |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 53000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 63000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Holden Commodore |
| Date of Entry | 28th August, 2001 |