1994 Holden Commodore Berlina review from Australia and New Zealand
"A good car let down by patchy assembly"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
A clunk from the rear drive from nearly new that despite persistence from me was not fixed. However it got no worse in 55,000 kms.
Minor trim defects and rattles. ABS light kept coming on - fixed promptly under warranty.
Persistent engine oil leaks - rear seal-fixed twice (engine out) - still leaked again.
General comments?
A great car for the money. Powerful and economical, quite comfortable, bit spoilt by poor factory quality control. My first new car - won't be in a hurry to repeat the experience. A friend of mine has a nearly identical car and has had no problems. Holden quality control seems to be a matter of luck.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1994 |
| First year of ownership | 1995 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 1998 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.8 V6 petrol Automatic |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 55000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Mitsubishi Sigma |
| Date of Entry | 19th June, 2000 |