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Anile8er · 10-16-2003, 05:59 PM

theres some picks of the Holden SSX in the gallery under my name

AlienDB7 · 10-16-2003, 06:53 PM

Very interesting car, is it using the gm LS1 engine too?

http://www.cardesignnews.com/news/20...021holden-ssx/

Kangaroo Boy · 10-16-2003, 11:30 PM

Originally Posted by SkylineGTR34VspecII

Keep dreaming...

What do you mean?Keep Dreaming?
Mate,I don't care if you like it or not,but Holden has done something right.Although its no Skyline GTR R34,If Hsv makes these thing 300kw(410bhp),I think the skyline is going to have a hard time...Although it will never take the Skyline GTR Mythology,these car will be in a class of its own.

cho_888 · 10-17-2003, 01:53 AM

yes despite the fact thazt it wil lbe a good, car i think the fact remains that it is a holden and as yet dosnt have the name.

fedezyl · 10-17-2003, 02:12 AM

It does look like it weights 2 tons though...too bad, I thought they might have actually gotten the idea of power to weight ratio...but...baby steps I guess..

sikx5 · 10-17-2003, 02:13 AM

Yeah dude i hate to admit it but this new Hsv still is not going to even intimidate the skyline...It can go quick on a strait line...but the age old corner will put it in its place as usual. Holden is bringing out better technology late....but better late than never i suppose....

Kangaroo Boy · 10-17-2003, 09:14 AM

I never really said it will Flog the crap out the skyline,I just reckon it will keep up to it.
Does anyone watch production car racing?(GT Performance)
If so,I have one question,WHY does the HSV GTS 300kw Commodore 4 door stay with the Sti WRX and Evo around the twistys?Even a BMW M3 coupe?Can someone answer me about that one.HSV do alot to make theses cars handle(they spend more than 35 million a year on developing handling).I'm think some people should respect them,and except them for what they are.I know they aren't skyline GTR,but they do handle(because I have driven one),and they have shit load of power.Although weighing in nearly 1900kgs.They are a good performance car.

stracing · 10-17-2003, 09:51 AM

its JUST another holden commodore...get over it!!! :roll:

Kangaroo Boy · 10-17-2003, 09:52 AM

lol

8) True,
But I don't know.I just like holdens.I driven the Clubsport R8 and SS ute,
Man they are fun to drive,.Stracing,Have you ever driven a HSV?

stracing · 10-17-2003, 12:59 PM

only been in one. won't complain abt straight line speed, but even as passenger i felt the weight of the car which is something i don't like in cars

Kangaroo Boy · 10-17-2003, 01:15 PM

Yeah I know what you mean.When I was doing Work experience at Subaru dealership,I went for a ride in couple WRXs and even couple of Sti(22b came in for new struts).As you accelerated you know that the car is perfected in weight,there isn't much weight need to pull,where as the commodore you can notice that difference.It lags a bit due to the weight.I have been in the Monaro,but I was told you don't haven't that feel of a heavy car.

altezza · 10-21-2003, 06:22 PM

sorry for being a little off topic here, Vauxhall decided to bring in the Monaro to customers in UK, here is the press release:
NEW VAUXHALL THUNDERS IN FROM DOWN UNDER

Monaro for UK from spring 2004
Powered by 5.7 litre V8
Full four-seater coupe
Priced from £28,500

Vauxhall today confirmed it will introduce a true rear wheel drive musclecar for car enthusiasts – the Monaro.

The new Vauxhall Monaro will be available from the spring of 2004 powered by a 5.7 litre V8 engine developing 328hp and 347lbs/ft of torque.

This stylish full sized four-seater coupe will accelerate to 60mph in just over six seconds and reach a top speed in excess of 160mph.

The Monaro was launched in Australia in 2001 and Vauxhall has decided to bring this iconic coupe to car enthusiasts in the UK, but only in a limited number of 300 per year.

The car will be sold in the UK with a comprehensive specification including leather eight-way electric seats, 18 inch alloy wheels, full size driver, passenger and side airbags, electronic climate control and six-disc autochanger.

There are two driver aids to handle the considerable power and torque. A traction control system – with an off switch – and the accelerator.

The Vauxhall Monaro will start from approx £28,500 and offer more power per pound than any car on the UK roads.

Kevin Wale, Vauxhall managing director, said: "The Vauxhall Monaro is a great car for the real enthusiast. The Monaro is an icon in Australia and I am sure the UK car enthusiast will thoroughly enjoy it. This also demonstrates GM’s ability to bring the best of its products to fill niches in other markets."

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stracing · 10-21-2003, 11:40 PM

that would bring good news to the many aussies who live over there.

sikx5 · 10-22-2003, 02:25 AM

whats this tv program you speak of dude? i havent seen a hsv keep up in a corner with a sti, evo or a M3 ever....and when your inside it feel's like a boat....for $80-90G i rather one of the 4 22B's in australia. or perhaps even a GTR. A freind of our recieved his GTS with a blown head light and dirty fingerprints on the hood...thats holden quality for you i guess...Not saying its complete shit..but for the price it should be something fairly decent.

stracing · 10-22-2003, 02:42 AM

check the tv program, its on channel 7. usually on sat 12pm. but he's right tho, the hsv has spanked the evo, sti etc...in the wet too. i was in shock when i saw that.

there are 5 22b's in australia and i doubt 90k is enough to get one. the owners can sell it with only 5% depreciation and ppl will buy it because of its rarity.