1986 Holden Commodore VL review from Australia and New Zealand
"Power, style, reliability... a classic Holden"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Water pump needed replacing.
Timing belt needed replacing.
Alternator packed it in.
Fuel pump was noisy so I replaced it.
Exhaust manifold leaked - Replaced with extractors.
Power steering fluid leaks.
General comments?
Quick Car and a Head Turner! The motor is reliable as and good on the fuel! I added cold air intake, extractors and a 2.5 inch exhaust and it goes pretty hard! I put some 16 inch 5 spoke rims on it and re-sprayed it with a rear spoiler and it turns heads! If you look after the cooling system on these cars you'll have no problems...
Anyone with any suggestions on how I can make this car go quicker let me know!
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| 1985 - Commodore VK 2.0L petrol For its age it's a good all round average car |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | Nissan RB30E 3.0L Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 200000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 230000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Nissan Pulsar |
| Date of Entry | 7th January, 2002 |