1967 Holden HR special review from Australia and New Zealand
"Enjoyable cruiser"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Bought the car in fair condition, had rust in tailgait and front guards and bottom of doors, all repairable.
Windscreen wipers broke after 4000miles, wind-ex fixed this.
Had to put a muffler on it straight away as there wasn't one (sounded good without one).
Drum brakes pulled to one side, fixed the brake cylinder.
Changed the motor after 76000 miles to a reconditioned motor.
General comments?
The HR station wagon was one of my favorite cars ever owned, it had style. The four speed manual (not standard) and the updated 202 motor gave this car some get up and go. The windows allowed great air flow, and it was an all over comfortable car to drive and be a passenger. It came without rear seat-belts.
I never had any real unexpected problems with this car and thoroughly enjoyed driving it.
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 202 Manual |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 7/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 64000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 82000 miles |
| Previous car | Holden Gemini |
| Date of Entry | 8th August, 2003 |