1981 Holden Gemini TE review from Australia and New Zealand
"Fun for beginners and serious modders as well!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Clutch wore out.
Exhaust died
Heat unit got clogged (Usual Gemini problem, a good flushing or re-bore and it's fine).
Boot rust.
General comments?
This car is great, it's a real beauty to drive. It started off its life as being stock, and even then it still handled really well.
There's not much room in the back, but who cares because you don't sit there anyway!
It's fun and economical to drive, which makes it great for a first car.
Now I have kept the 1600 Isuzu block, but have had it ported and polished, added the EFI and turbo from a Piazza and have done a few other things. My best ET to date is 13.4 seconds at Calder Park.
I love my Gemini!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6L turbo petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 300000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 315000 kilometres |
| Date of Entry | 3rd August, 2004 |