2005 Holden Monaro CV8 review from Australia and New Zealand
"The car appears to be a great all round sports car, best for 2 people"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
There has been an annoying Rattle in the dash since buying this car.
The air pressure that comes from the Climate Control Air Conditioning seems to be varied between left and right sides of the car, and poor flow to the rear.
Power Steering pump mechanism has failed after boiling the fluid and the pump appears to no longer function.
General comments?
This car is extremely quick, with excellent traction.
Excellent handling around all types of bends, even in the wet.
Ride is smooth for a performance car, no harch bumps.
Car lacks front and rear passenger hang on handles for support in extreme conditions.
Front seats do not come far enough forward for elderly rear seated passengers, seems to be adequate for younger types.
Poor old sound system, sounds very muffled, does not come close to a Ford Premium sound system.
Leather option is of great quality, nice smell look and feel.
Extremely disapointed about the "green" old commodore illuminated dash, it is a little old and dated.
Great set of dash instruments, such as Fuel used, avg fuel consumption etc.
Insufficient boot space.
Great wheels and rubber.
Sounds like a V8, first holden to sound like this in a long time.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 2005 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 5.7 Litre Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 6/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 3500 kilometres |
| Previous car | Holden Commodore |
| Date of Entry | 8th July, 2005 |

