1986 Holden Commodore VL Executive review from Australia and New Zealand
"A Very fast 308 5 Litre V8"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Water Pump failed at 195,000 kms $200 AUD Fix.
Carby was re-jetted and rebuilt at 197,000 kms.
Found that the head was cracked at a major service (200,000kms), so motor was stripped down and fully rebuilt. A cost of $5000+
General comments?
Fully rebuilt motor at a cost over $5000, Yella Terra heads, ACL flat top pistons, Crane cam, Crane roller lifter and much more make 226Kw at the wheels.
4 Speed Automatic transmission works well (TH400) with B & M Megashifter.
Stock 4 Wheel disc brakes stop the car fine with 17" Alloys with 235/45 Bridgestone Potenza tyres.
The LSD is a lot of fun! But kicks the rear end of the car out when changing gears with the foot flat!
Easily beats the new model Holden Monaro, BA Falcon GT & XR6 Turbo! This car surprises a lot of people. The Holden 308 is a great motor to play around with for great power and performance.
Recommended reviews
  | Adequate performance, excellent reliability |
| 1985 - Commodore VK 2.0L petrol For its age it's a good all round average car |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1986 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 5.0 Litre V8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 7/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 2/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 190000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 202000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Holden Commodore |
| Date of Entry | 23rd February, 2005 |