2000 Holden Statesman WH review from Australia and New Zealand
"A lemon"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Differential failed at 60000kms.
Water pump failed and replaced at 65000kms.
Power steering failed twice.
Rattles in engine area have never been fixed.
Failing lights keep failing.
Transmission and oil warning lights activating since 45000kms and continuing.
Paintwork too thin and soft and beyond recovery.
None of above fixed under warranty.
General comments?
Vehicle is a delight to drive and would be the best vehicle I have had if I could keep it on the road.
I cannot think of a comfort my statesman doesn't have. GPS, leather, sunroof 18inch state of art wheels, 255kw etc.
Service has been calculated to delay warranty work until out of warranty and no support thereafter.
I have had consecutive statesmans, with the former being a Greg Norman Special (great vehicle - no problems), but never again.
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model Year | 2000 |
| First year of ownership | 2001 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 5.7 V8 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 2/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 1/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 18000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 105000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Holden Statesman |
| Date of Entry | 28th October, 2006 |