1988 Holden Commodore VL review from Australia and New Zealand
"Good first car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Bad engine miss more prominent when hot. Initially thought problem was faulty crank angle sensor, but discovered after much analysis that the rotor button was faulty! Apparently this is a common problem that is often solved by auto electricians by replacing the complete distributor at a cost of some $350-00. The rotor button costs $15-00. A real trap for young players and definitely worth checking prior to spending all that money.
Put simply, if the car starts when cold the crank angle sensor is usually OK. If car misses when hot, change rotor button and distributor cap as a first hit. Save lots of money.
General comments?
Good car that will give years of reliable service if looked after.
Poor quality trim is a bit of an issue.
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.0 Litre Six Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 160000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 180000 kilometres |
| Date of Entry | 1st July, 2002 |