2003 Holden Monaro CV8 Series II review from Australia and New Zealand
"Poser, powerful, great styling"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Recall for faulty fuel gauge.
Door trim came off.
Window seals had to be replaced. After driving it two days, after I got it in heavy rain and water started pouring in through the A/C vents.
Recall for faulty seat wiring for the electric front seats.
Just after this, the entire system packed up, with the seat all the way forward and elevated. The car had to be taken on a truck as no-one could drive it.
General comments?
Great interior, although the finish is at times questionable.
The seats are terrific, both front and rear. The rear bucket seats are great.
Handles brilliantly, although the rear wheels squeak very easily.
V8 is brilliant, much better low down torque than previous my VTII Calais Gen III.
Great pose value, and great paint work (purple haze) with matching leather!
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 5.7 litre V8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 4 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 13000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Holden Calais |
| Date of Entry | 12th February, 2004 |