Will VR Commodores go up in value?
Similar to historical Holden’s like the Torana and Monaro, the HSV range and Commodores will likely see appreciation in their value over time. When it comes to the Commodores this is more likely for the locally made version, which is the VF series and prior.
How many VR Calais were made?
It was powered by a 185 kW 5.0-litre V8 engine. 1,117 sedans and 77 wagons were produced.
What’s the difference between a VR and VS Commodore?
The main differences between the two are that the BR retains the Buick V6 from the VN and the VS cops the new ECOTEC engine which is essentially a revamp of the buick, revised to provide more power and fuel economy. VR – 131kw (roughly??) and the VS has 147kw.
How long is a VN Commodore?
| Holden Commodore (VN) | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,731 mm (107.5 in)–2,822 mm (111.1 in) |
| Length | 4,850 mm (191 in)–4,896 mm (192.8 in) |
| Width | 1,794 mm (70.6 in)–1,802 mm (70.9 in) |
Why are Holden Commodores so expensive?
Industry experts say the coronavirus crisis and subsequent international travel restrictions have helped push up the price of collectible Holdens and other cars. The HSV GTS-R sedan cost about $110,000 plus on-roads when new, but low-kilometre examples are being advertised online for more than double that amount.
How much horsepower does a VR Commodore have?
| Holden Commodore VR | |
|---|---|
| Engine: | 6 cyl. & V8 |
| Capacity: | 3.8 litre EFI V6; 5.0 V8 EFI |
| Power: | 130kW (V6) & 165kW (V8) |
| Transmission: | 5 spd. man & 4 spd. Turbohydramatic |
How much does a VR Commodore weigh?
Calais V6 weighs 1386 kg, Full tank of fuel as well. Interestingly the long range fuel tank in the first VN’s held 85 litres,the later VN’s held 80 litres. Both normal tanks held 63 litres.
How much horsepower does a VS Commodore have?
| Holden Commodore VS | |
|---|---|
| Country: | |
| Engine: | 6 cyl. & V8 |
| Capacity: | 3.8 litre EFI V6; 5.0 V8 EFI |
| Power: | 145kW (V6) & 165kW (V8) |
Are VN and VS heads the same?
Well-Known Member. Phyisically, they are the same. The later VS-VT heads suffered from core shift in the moulds, so they generally can’t be ported as far as a VN head. If your not going to port them to within an inch of there life any VN-VT head is fine.
What is Holden BT1?
A BT1 is a code for police pack commodore, in the later models its called MC9, ford don’t even have a code for their police packs. BT1 or MC9 usually contain police chip in the ecu and FE2 suspension, of course with the VK V8 they were brock motors.
Are VN Commodores reliable?
Although the VN Commodore proved to be more reliable than the ill-starred EA Falcon, it wasn’t trouble-free. Most problems were sorted out during the warranty period but a few occurred later. Premature front tyre wear was common.
What are the specs of a VR Commodore?
Ratio: 3.08:1 Luggage Capacity: Sedan: 443 L Wagon: 2491 L (with rear seat folded down) Weights: Ute axle capacity (rear) : 1260 kg Ute Payload (including driver and 2 pass): 710 kg Exec.
What was the VR model of Holden Commodore?
With the introduction of the VR Commodore, Holden added the Acclaim model to the Commodore range. Sitting one notch above the Executive, the Acclaim was based on an automatic transmission Executive with a safety pack that was aimed at families and featured ABS brakes, IRS, driver’s side airbag and cruise control as standard.
When did the Holden Commodore come out in Australia?
Holden Commodore Executive V6i Sedan (man. 5) (VR), manufactured or sold in 1994, version for Australia (up to August) 1994 Holden Commodore Executive V6i Sedan (man. 5) (VR) specs
When did the Holden Ute VR come out?
The VR range included the luxury variants, Holden Commodore Berlina (VR) and Holden Calais (VR) and a commercial model, the Holden Ute (VR) . Launched in July 1993 and sold until April 1995, the VR series came with an updated, sleeker and more modern design, as well as safety enhancements such as anti-lock brakes (ABS).