2003 Holden Commodore SV8 review from Australia and New Zealand
"Great car minus small faults"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
1.Door locking actuators failing resulting in doors not locking and unlocking with remote.
2.Warped brake rotors, resulting in shaky steering and pulsing foot pedal both while braking from over 80kmh.
3. Leaking power steering due to loose hose clamps.
4.Rattle in gear knob when going over 3000rpm.
5.Stones always getting stuck up the top of strut towers, resulting in crunching and knocking noise while making turning manoeuvres.
General comments?
For the short time I had this vehicle I feel that to much when wrong with it although warranty resolved these problems it was still an inconvenience not having my car when it was being repaired. When you purchase a new car you don't expected all these faults.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model Year | 2003 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | V8 petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 4/10 |
| Comfort marks | 6/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 63 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 52000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Mazda 323 |
| Date of Entry | 29th September, 2006 |