1986 Holden Calais VL review from Australia and New Zealand
"Definitely a rare find for the condition and price"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Not too much at all actually, had a few problems with the factory alarm button (s)
Gearbox & clutch is on the way out, due to a lot of torture, but has held out really well considering.
Front passenger side power window is a little sticky.
General comments?
I love VL Calais', I bought a Calais turbo 5speed about a month ago, it's my baby, interior is immaculate, small amount of rust around the front window seals, but other than that, clean as.
Very quick car, although needs a blow-off valve & inter-cooler, runs rather hot compared to my old VL (non-turbo) but that just goes without saying. Strongly recommend the VL Calais Turbo, good all-round car.
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 3L turbo 6 cylinder Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 116000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 121000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Holden Commodore |
| Date of Entry | 31st October, 2002 |