The sv6 is a relatively new model in the generals commodore lineup, having replaced the underachieving s the barebones base hb torana of 1967 was known as the s. The vz holden commodore which was released in august, 2004 debuted a new generation of 175 and 190kw 3. Holden vz s ute gets 175kw engine, meaning the sv6 sedan is the cheapest 190kw v6 model. I had the coilpacks removed and checked and they were fine, same with the ecu, same with the injectors. Billyb0y hi there, i have a vz sv6 and it seems to have an unusual problem that i cant seem to diagnose. We are the preeminent provider of new car prices, values, vehicle identification and pricing information in australia and the asia pacific region. I had two mechanics and a holden head mechanic look at it and all three mechanics cant seem to find out what was causing it to run poorly. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. Tractor trailer salvage yard found hiding a mega muscle car stash. The holden commodore vz is a full size car that was produced by the australian manufacturer holden from 2004 to 2006 as a sedan, and to 2007 as a wagon and ute sold alongside the new ve series. The holden vz commodore was the last hurrah for the generation that began with the vt in 1997 and served holden well. By any measure the vt was an attractive car, but by 2004 when the vz was launched it was looking a little shabby even with the best efforts of the holden designers to refresh it with some fairly minor cosmetic changes.
I would grab it one of the sweetest manuals you will drive i have had vz sv6 auto, ve sv6 manual and ve sv6 auto all use around 8. Im going to go against most of you here, i had a vz commodore company car for 4 years from new. With 190kw and a wonderfully broad spread of torque, the hightech new holden should be the ideal machine to scare v8s without guzzling excessive amounts of fuel. When i was in the market for a new car i was considering a few different things like fuel economy, price. History of the holden v8 part two following bagshaws retirement in 1990, deputy managing director bill hamel was next to fill the top office. Mar 06, 2011 back in september holden launched the new series ii range of ve commodores with a lot of talk about a new touchscreen infotainment centre. Owners manual 2005 vz calais discussion in vz holden commodore 2004 2006 started by hooez, dec 10, 2009. Jan 29, 2010 the manual sv6 we tested is rated at 10. Hi vz v6 commodore check powertrain comes on reduced power, goes off by itself runs normally.
At that time i was a bit of a smartarse and wondered whether there was really anything that was really different between the first ve commodores and the series ii if all holden pr people could talk about was the infotainment system. Performance related holden commodore vz sv6 ericthecarguy. Redbooks used car price search lets you check the value of a new car before you buy or sell. It was the fourth and final iteration of the third generation of this australian made model and the last to spawn a coupe variant. Used car research used car prices compare cars redbook. Vz service manual discussion in vz holden commodore 2004 2006 started by. When sensors detect imminent rear wheel spin, engine torque is reduced. The worst complaints are electrical system, electrical system. Im in australia and have a holden commodore vz sv6. Holden commodore sv6 vz cars for sale in australia carsales. Manual muscle testers are used by physical therapists and other clinicians to measure the strength of a patient. Jul 14, 2011 muffinmilitia anyone know what to start with. However, driving around town was a different story.
Holden commodore specifications february 2005 page 1 holden commodore specifications 175kw, 3. No offers please just arrived to us is this stunning 2005 holden vz commodore sv6 sedan travelled 173,102km from new, with full service h. By feann torr 150405 when holden launched its rearwheel drive large car, the vz commodore, in late 2004 it left behind an old friend who had been in service since the vn commodore shipped in 1988 the 3. The one tonner s model can be specified with a v6 or a v8 mill. Holden commodore sv6 vz for sale in melbourne vic autotrader. The vz sv6 is its answer to fords domination of the small but significant homegrown six cylinder performance car market with its xr6 and xr6 turbo. Released inside august 2004, the vehicle debuted a hot generation of 175 plus 190 kilowatt 3. The commodore sv6 forms part of holdens vz series of cars. Sv6 manual was a 6 speeder, as were all vz manual v6s ie base ute. Holden commodore sv6 manual cars for sale in australia. Patrick glenn nichols musclecar barn finds 620,452 views.
The holden vz commodore is the thirteenth model of the holden commodore lineup, a fullsize auto yielded by the australian automotive marque, holden. I decided to check over some cars, and came across the sv6 and what got my attention was that its a 6sp manual. View more details check availability 2012 holden commodore equipe ve ii my12. Vz was fitted with 45 speed auto lowhigh series and 5 speed manual. The holden vz sv6 manual is a vehicle we tried to fall in love with. Our list of 16 known complaints reported by owners can help you fix your 2005 pontiac montana. Holden commodore vz workshop repair manual indigo books. Its 6 cylinder, double overhead camshaft naturally aspirated engine has 4 valves per cylinder and a displacement of 3. Although hailing from americas midwest, hamel had been holdens director of manufacturing from 1976 to 1980, so he knew holden was an aussie brand that needed to make aussie cars. Manual muscle tester muscle testing strength evaluation.
Holden says c02 emissions are also down by seven per cent to 242 gkm. The commodore sv6 is a rear wheel drive saloon sedan road car with a front mounted engine, produced by holden. I owned a vt at the same time, and it craps all over. Combine that fuel economy with commodores 73 litre tank and the range between refills is, well, almost sydney to melbourne.