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Mike Jung · 09-09-2009, 08:16 PM

From the G8 Board: Aussie Envy: HSV E Series 2 lineup unveiled

Article here: http://www.autoblog.com/2009/09/09/a...neup-unveiled/

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Just as wounds from the Pontiac G8 being ripped from us are beginning to scar over, HSV has torn them open anew by revealing version 2.0 of its Commodore-based E Series lineup.
It's facelifts all around for the gang of Aussie stoplight brawlers, four of which – The GTS, Maloo R8, ClubSport R8 and ClubSport R8 Tourer – even get the erstwhile Poncho's twin-scoop hood.
The more luxurious Senator Signature and long-wheelbase Grange models have smooth hoods and less overall ornamentation.
Either one would have made a sublime performance Buick, but oh well...

Check out what the Holden is doing with their HSV versions !!!

This is what USA/Canada does not get from GM

This is what happens when customers actually pay for their cars, & the manufacturer makes money selling them.
(Unlike every Pontiac G8 sold this year in Canada costing GM to lose money.
How do you sell a Holden VE Commodore SS for $50K AUD, but sell a Pontiac G8 GT in Canada for $40K Cdn.
& then give it a cash price instant rebate of $7500 Cdn.)

lone_wolf025 · 09-09-2009, 08:26 PM

Thanks GM for making another f'd up decision on killing a good ride. Morons...

Stefalicious · 09-09-2009, 09:32 PM

All i know is that green one and the blue wagon thing are ugly as sin.

GA_mayne · 09-09-2009, 09:51 PM

I wonder how much it would be to ship one of those over to the US. Is it even legal?
Can you imagine owning one of these in the states? Holden Commodores and Vauxhall VXR8s **** on G8s, not to mention anything else on these god forsaken roads.

I need to move to Australia...

cardude007617 · 09-09-2009, 11:40 PM

some of them are frankly pretty ugly. but hell, who doesnt like the idea of a 6 speed manual, v8, rear drive sedan though?

PhantomLover007 · 09-10-2009, 03:55 AM

.... Thanks GM...

surreal_awakeni · 09-10-2009, 05:24 AM

Holdens are pure sex. GM needs to just bring the Holden brand here and sell them exactly the same as they are down under, no changes.

Sadly, I'm pretty sure that Australia has a pretty strict export law in regards to cars, making it extremely difficult to get a Holden out of the country. I have relatives in Australia. I may have to go live with them for a while.

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Originally Posted by GA_mayne

I wonder how much it would be to ship one of those over to the US. Is it even legal?
Can you imagine owning one of these in the states? Holden Commodores and Vauxhall VXR8s **** on G8s, not to mention anything else on these god forsaken roads.

I need to move to Australia...

AMRAAM4 · 09-10-2009, 06:47 AM

U.S. Citizens and car enthusiasts had their chance to purchase this car. They didn't. In fact, you can buy a brand new leftover right now for $27k nd they can still be found.

What is it with Holden and their ugly spaceship wheels????

CTS-V FTW

notsoaveragej0e · 09-10-2009, 09:07 AM

Nice.

[ChaosweaveR] · 09-10-2009, 09:08 AM

Good lord, GM...you're a bunch of morons.

cardude007617 · 09-10-2009, 10:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AMRAAM4

U.S. Citizens and car enthusiasts had their chance to purchase this car. They didn't. In fact, you can buy a brand new leftover right now for $27k nd they can still be found.

What is it with Holden and their ugly spaceship wheels????

CTS-V FTW

not to mention what a used one goes for..... can i say a v6 for 24k?

AaronGTR · 09-10-2009, 12:26 PM

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Originally Posted by AMRAAM4

U.S. Citizens and car enthusiasts had their chance to purchase this car. They didn't. In fact, you can buy a brand new leftover right now for $27k and they can still be found.

That's because they brought it over in the middle of a financial crisis when no one was spending money. I know if I had the money to buy one right now I would. I sure haven't seen one anywhere around here for $27k though.

cardude007617 · 09-10-2009, 02:12 PM

well they are offering 3500 cash back right now on G8s.

Exodus · 09-10-2009, 03:40 PM

Holy fokamole that white HSV is Hawt...

SpyhunteR · 09-10-2009, 04:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AMRAAM4

U.S. Citizens and car enthusiasts had their chance to purchase this car. They didn't. In fact, you can buy a brand new leftover right now for $27k nd they can still be found.

What is it with Holden and their ugly spaceship wheels????

CTS-V FTW

modified to emphasize truth.

SikMindz · 09-10-2009, 05:28 PM

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Originally Posted by SpyhunteR

modified to emphasize truth.

Then get one of those and not a sissy J-body.

rocketfast123 · 09-10-2009, 05:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Stefalicious

All i know is that green one and the blue wagon thing are ugly as sin.

hey i like the wagon

PhantomLover007 · 09-10-2009, 10:00 PM

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Originally Posted by rocketfast123

hey i like the wagon

And I think the El Camino is kinda cool.

BigTaters · 09-10-2009, 11:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Stefalicious
All i know is that green one and the blue wagon thing are ugly as sin.

that "green thing" would destroy most vehicles around here.. I saw it on top gear and it was doing drag times as fast as a supercharged audi. I think it had 415hp or more. 6.2 l V8 i remember..The one they had on the show was blue though and looked a little nicer..

edit.. oh here it is..

And here is the video with it against a Vauxhaul Bathurst Edition in a race.. It does the lap as fast as an Austin Martin DB9 which is not cheap at all.. The 2nd video is the full 10 min video where it shows the Vauxhaul and the Maloo(El Camino).. The Supercharger whine is super nuts on the Vauxhaul.. would turn so many heads over here.

AMRAAM4 · 09-11-2009, 07:15 AM

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Originally Posted by AaronGTR

That's because they brought it over in the middle of a financial crisis when no one was spending money. I know if I had the money to buy one right now I would. I sure haven't seen one anywhere around here for $27k though.

excuses excuses. When the car came over for its initial release it was a top 10 seller its first couple months, then it fell off the face of the earth. Also, Camaro was just released in the hardest of the economic times and it is selling like hotcakes.

GM Supplier is available to just about everyone + a $4000 rebate. That gets you in $27k range. For me and others with GMS, we can buy one for $26k brand new (GT model).

Private party, used 2008 model's can be had for $18-19k if you look hard enough. Now that....is terrible resale.

P.S. In other news, only 19,000 Corvette's have been sold for last model year according to Corvetteblog.. YIKES!

09-09-2009, 09:32 PM	#3
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09-10-2009, 06:47 AM	#8
AMRAAM4 Wiley 'Ol Veteran AKA: Bob (aka Hoss) Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Azerbaijan Age: 45 Posts: 6,935 Vehicle: See My Signature Block	U.S. Citizens and car enthusiasts had their chance to purchase this car. They didn't. In fact, you can buy a brand new leftover right now for $27k nd they can still be found. What is it with Holden and their ugly spaceship wheels???? CTS-V FTW __________________ 2016 GoMango Challenger SRT Hellcat 2014 Redline Pearl Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT 2018 Bruiser Grey Dodge Durango SRT TRADED-2004 Black Grand Am GT,2004 Impulse Blue GTO M6, 2012 Mineral Gray Jeep SRT8, 2010 Bright Silver Jeep SRT8 LEASE TURN-IN-2006 Summit White TrailBlazer SS AWD (Vector CAI & tune) SOLD-2000 Silvermist Grand Am GT Supercharged,1994 Daytona Blue Single Turbo RX7 (427whp/330wtq), 2006 Spice Red GTO A4, 2013 Grabber Blue Shelby GT500

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09-09-2009, 09:51 PM	#4
GA_mayne GAGT - Member AKA: Michael Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Wisconsin Age: 29 Posts: 181 Vehicle: 2000 Grand Am SE1	I wonder how much it would be to ship one of those over to the US. Is it even legal? Can you imagine owning one of these in the states? Holden Commodores and Vauxhall VXR8s **** on G8s, not to mention anything else on these god forsaken roads. I need to move to Australia...

09-10-2009, 02:12 PM	#13
cardude007617 mmm turbo boost AKA: Paul Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Milwaukee WI Age: 31 Posts: 4,870 Vehicle: 2005 WRX Sedan 5 Speed	well they are offering 3500 cash back right now on G8s. __________________ http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2565053 -2005 World Rally Blue Subaru Impreza WRX Sedan: Tanabe Touring 3in catback, ERZ bellmouth catted downpipe, catless uppipe, SPT Pink springs, SPT short shifter, SPT intake, stereo, Cobb Accessport stage II, Prosport boost/oil temp/volt gauges, 35%, 17x8 Rota Torques, F/R strut braces It's what makes a Subaru, a Subaru.

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09-10-2009, 11:16 PM	#19
BigTaters Local Pimp AKA: Derek Join Date: May 2003 Location: Regina, SK Age: 44 Posts: 602 Vehicle: 2000 G.A. GT	Quote: Originally Posted by Stefalicious All i know is that green one and the blue wagon thing are ugly as sin. that "green thing" would destroy most vehicles around here.. I saw it on top gear and it was doing drag times as fast as a supercharged audi. I think it had 415hp or more. 6.2 l V8 i remember..The one they had on the show was blue though and looked a little nicer.. edit.. oh here it is.. And here is the video with it against a Vauxhaul Bathurst Edition in a race.. It does the lap as fast as an Austin Martin DB9 which is not cheap at all.. The 2nd video is the full 10 min video where it shows the Vauxhaul and the Maloo(El Camino).. The Supercharger whine is super nuts on the Vauxhaul.. would turn so many heads over here. __________________ Mustangs are for useless fat girls. Last edited by BigTaters; 09-10-2009 at 11:29 PM.

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