1987 Holden Commodore VL review from Australia and New Zealand
"Cheap, efficient and reliable"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The windscreen wiper motor seized up on me about 3 weeks ago. My mechanic was unsure why this happened, but it was easily replaced.
I had owned this car for about a week when someone with a bull bar ran into me. This caused about $1200 worth of damage and was a real pain for me. Luckily parts were easy to come by.
Another problem which I hope to fix in the near future is the fact it is an automatic.
Manual versions of this car are through the roof and as such I could not afford one.
General comments?
This car has been very reliable for me.
I have had no problems with it as of yet, even with the mileage.
It has a lot of power, even though it is not a turbo.
It is deceptively light, and so in the wet tends to slide very easily.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.3 litre Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 215000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 215000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Holden Commodore |
| Date of Entry | 29th September, 2003 |