1994 Holden Calais VR review from Australia and New Zealand
"Because I can afford it!!!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Travelling to Auckland for the V8 Supercars at Pukekohe and the climate control failed. But has come right all of a sudden!!! That was in November.
Left rear window needs a bit of encouraging some times.
Replaced rear bulb - a massive $2.00 worth.
General comments?
Uses 2 litres more than my VP 3.8 Berlina per 100 Kilometers, awesome.
Very quiet when travelling, no muffler noise until kickdown used, great for the kids in the back.
Sensotronic power steering.
Smooth transmission about 95% of the time.
Climate air - so far has not failed again.
Been to 220km/h 3 times with extra still there, by myself of course.
800ks for $65.00, not bad for a V8.
I have to beat the wife to the driver's seat, because she loves it. But I do the long trips of course.
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  | I absolutely love this car I've had a few cars in my time and this is just a really good design |
| A great luxury/performance car for a great price! |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 5.0 Litre V8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 3/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 93000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 100000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Holden Commodore |
| Date of Entry | 9th December, 2001 |