1990 HSV VN SS Group A review from Australia and New Zealand
"The true Aussie muscle car!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The steering rack needed replacing.
Fuel tank was damaged because the car sits so low.
The front spoiler is easily damaged pulling out of driveways and gutters, take care!
This car draws attention, much of it unwelcome. The local police have found it fun to pick on me for obvious reasons. I have also been the victim of idiot vandals who have ruined my paint twice.
General comments?
This car hammers! I have made a 'few' subtle engine improvements such as a complete engine rebuild by Pavtek in Melbourne and it is an absolute weapon in a straight line.
The already excellent handling has been improved by a radical lowering job which has it sitting about 7 cm off the ground!
I have had it re sprayed in pearlescent blue and it is a stunning car visually as well as in performance.
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 4997 v8 Manual |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 7/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 23000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 26000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Nissan 180sx |
| Date of Entry | 27th November, 2001 |