1987 Holden Commodore VL Executive review from Australia and New Zealand
"Incredibly reliable! Best car I've ever had"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Airflow meter failed at 230,000km. Cost $500 to replace and fit.
New coil at around the same time.
New front discs and wheel bearings at 310,000km.
New tailshaft centre bearing at 320,000km.
Maybe due for a master-cylinder overhaul soon.
General comments?
I am amazed at the reliability of this car. It never lets me down.
The engine is the original. It still runs smooth as silk. I use Molybond in the oil, to minimise friction.
The suspension is staring to show its age, but it feels totally confident in any situation. It is a Commodore, after all!
Performance is a little sluggish these days, but she's due for new spark plugs and fuel filter anyway, so it's sure to improve once that's fixed.
Aircon is still on the old gas! Still icy cold.
I think the VL series is the best-looking of all the Commodores.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | inline 6 cylinder injection Don't Know |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 221300 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 342208 kilometres |
| Previous car | Toyota Corona |
| Date of Entry | 25th December, 2006 |