2011 AIMS: New HSV Black Edition Versions of Commodore Based Sedan, Station and Ute Models

General Motor’s Holden Special Vehicles unit in Australia is following in the footsteps of Mercedes-Benz’s AMG division as well as more recently, Porsche, with the presentation of a black-themed and named special edition series based on the E Series 3 range launched last September.
Making its world debut at the 2011 Australian motorshow in Melbourne, the SV Black Edition package is offered in the ClubSport R8, Maloo R8 and ClubSport R8 Tourer, which are the sports versions of the Commodore sedan, ute, and station wagon models respectively.
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Face-Off: Transform Your Pontiac G8 into a Holden Commodore or HSV GTS

Like they say, there's nothing like the original. However, if you want our opinion, in the case of the Holden Commodore we prefer the twin nostril fascia of its Americanized sibling, the Pontiac G8. The HSV GTS is another story as Holden's officially designated performance division has done wonders on the Commodore's appearance. Either way, if you happen to own a Pontiac G8 and dig the original look of its 'down-under' comrade or the kick-ass sporty looks of the HSV model, an Australian company called JHP Vehicle Enhancements will ship you a complete kit to perform the conversion. Prices start off from $1,990 US for the Commodore package and from $3,880 for the HSV GTS kit. Check out the details after the jump.


GENUINE HSV VE GTS FRONT CONVERSION KIT

The HSV GTS front conversion kit includes:

• Hood, Hood Latch/Catch, Hood Insulator,
  
• Front bumper fascia extension,
  
• Upper grille radiator, Front bar fascia, Front bar absorber,
  
• Front fog lamp bezel x 2 (Left hand side and right hand side),
  
• Front fog lamps x 2, Lower RAD Grille (black) & badge,
  
• Front fog lamp wiring harness,
  
• Hood header panel,
  
• Bumper mesh.



GENUINE GM VE FRONT CONVERSION KIT

The VE front conversion kit includes:

• Hood, Hood Latch/Catch, Hood Insulator,
  
• Front bumper fascia extension,
  
• Upper grille radiator, Front bar fascia, Front bar absorber,
  
• Front fog lamp bezel x 2 (Left hand side and right hand side),
  
• Front fog lamps x 2, Lower RAD Grille (black) & badge,
  
• Front fog lamp wiring harness.


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HSV Announces Clubsport R8 Tourer with 425Hp LS3 V8

Holden’s specialty vehicles unit – aka HSV, announced today that it will be adding a station-wagon version of the Commodore to its high-performance model line-up. Dubbed HSV Tourer, the supped up Commodore VE Sportwagon will go on sale with specifications similar to the ClubSport R8. Although HSV said that price and final specifications will be confirmed closer to start of sale, expect the Tourer to be equipped with the same exact 425 Hp 6.2-liter LS3 V8 engine as the recently revised R8 Saloon.Source URL: http://sparesomeribs.blogspot.com/search/label/HSV
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Video: 5th-Gear Pits the Vauxhall VXR8 Against the 382Hp Vauxhall Lotus Carlton

Back in the beginning of the 1990’s, Vauxhall -Opel’s UK counterpart- introduced the Omega based, Lotus Carlton which was developed in co-operation with Lotus (then owned by GM) and equipped with a twin-turbocharged 3.6-liter V6 engine developing 382Hp.
Nearly two decades after, Vauxhall found the Lotus Carlton’s spiritual successor in the form of the Aussie made, VXR8 which is practically a rebadged Holden Commodore based HSV Clubsport R8. Check out 5th Gear’s video with Vicki Butler-Henderson testing out both cars on the race track right after the jump. -Continued


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Holden Special Vehicles Reveals Commodore W427 with +496Hp LS7 V8

The muscle-car party in Australia just keeps going on and on; HSV or Holden Special Vehicles, unwrapped the LS7 V8 powered W427 Commodore at the Melbourne Motor Show. While power output figures are still to be confirmed, the W427’s 7.0-liter or 427 c.i. V8 engine is likely to produce in excess of 496 Hp and 640 Nm or 472 lb/ft of torque.
HSV Managing Director, Scott Grant, said: “The W427 will be quite possibly the fastest road registrable Supercar ever produced in Australia and among the quickest anywhere around the world. The W427 will only be produced in limited numbers and we want to reflect that exclusivity in how we connect with our Supercar customers”.
Styling and design highlights of the W427 include an all new front fascia, a three piece carbon fibre rear spoiler, 20 inch machined faced alloy wheel, unique exhaust tips and red leather interior. The W427 is scheduled to enter production in the middle of the year and will be available for sale in dealerships in the third quarter of 2008. –Details and pics after the jump









W427 key highlights
Exterior
All new Front Fascia exclusive to W427
All new three piece rear spoiler in carbon fibre
All new 20 inch wheel
Interior
HSV performance seats in full red hot trim with W427 logo, steering wheel, gear shifter and console lid in full red hot leather
Powertrain
7.0 Litre, LS7 Engine with HSV specific calibration
o 370kW @ 6500 rpm
o 640Nm @ 5000 rpm
Over radiator style cold air induction system with high flow air filter
Dry sump lubrication system with 2 stage pump
Hand fabricated aluminium oil reservoir, with internal baffles for high G loading
Front mount, 13 row engine oil cooler
Ceramic coated, high flow four into one extractors
High flow catalytic converters and exhaust system (3 into 2 ¾ )
Active bi-modal rear mufflers for exhaust back pressure management to improve noise quality
High strength limited slip differential
New high strength six speed manual gear box (TR6060)
GMPT LS7 Clutch with new actuator and pedal assembly for high clamp loads
Suspension
New springs, 30% stiffer than GTS
Revised ride height 20mm lower than GTS
New stiffer rear suspension bushing
All new MRC calibration
Brakes
New 6 piston front braking system (50% increase in pad area)
Strap drive, 2 piece floating front rotors (380 x 35mm compared to 365 x
32mm one piece on GTS)
High friction pad material
* Specifications of W427 as at Melbourne Motor Show
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Video: Holden HSV R8 Supercharged vs BMW M3 vs Mercedes C63 AMG

While we wouldn’t mind having the keys of any of these V8-powered high-performance saloons tested by Brit car magazine, EVO, we’re curious to see how the supercharged version of the HSV Clubsport R8 (called Vauxhall VXR8 in the UK) holds up against the BMW M3 and the Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG. Since we don’t want to spoil any surprises, we’ll let you find out for yourselves by seeing the video.Source URL: http://sparesomeribs.blogspot.com/search/label/HSV
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Teenager’s Holden HSV Test Drive Goes Terribly Wrong

Story has it that a 19-year-old teenager took out a Holden VY HSV Clubsport out for a test drive from Bundoora Holden in Victoria, Australia. All was going well until the young Aussie decided to push the pedal to metal on the last corner before the Holden dealership. The teen then lost control of the supped up Commodore which took off in the air after hitting a curb. The car went through the dealership’s gate landing on several cars. Ouch… -More images after the jump


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Chevrolet CR8: Middle East Gets 412 Hp Holden Commodore HSV

With petrol prices flirting with $100 a barrel, we’re guessing there’s big market for cars like the Holden Commodore based, HSV Clubsport R8 in the oil-producing areas of the Middle East. The Clubsport R8 will be exported to the Middle East in left-hand-rive form as the Chevrolet CR8 and that’s about all the differences between the two cars. The new CR8, which will be on display at the forthcoming Dubai Motor Show from 14-18 November, is equipped with a 6.0-liter V8 LS2 delivering 412 Hp. So, now that HSV has created a left-hand-drive version, what the excuse for not bringing it to the U.S.? -Continued after the jump


Press Release: GM Holden has teamed up with Holden Special Vehicles (HSV) to expand its range of exported vehicles to the Middle East.
The new export program, launched overnight in the Middle East, will see a version of HSV’s popular E Series ClubSport R8 model exported in LHD form and badged under the Chevrolet Special Vehicles logo.
The new high performance model will be known as CR8. It features the LS2 6.0-litre engine Generation IV V8 engine delivering 307kw of peak performance with 550 Nm* of torque.
With over 200,000 Holden-sourced short and long wheel based vehicles sold into the region since 1998, the Middle East has been Holden’s biggest and most enduring volume export market.
Currently Holden currently exports variants of the VE and WM sedan ranges which are sold in the region as Chevrolet Lumina and Chevrolet Caprice respectively. The Chevrolet Lumina ranges from the LS model (based on the VE Omega) up to the sports-based SS (based on the equivalent Commodore SS model).
Alan Batey, GM Holden Executive Director – Sales and Marketing comments, “This extension of our product range in the region illustrates the growing maturity of the Middle East market.
“Holden has been able to partner its expertise in tailoring vehicles for the Middle East with the high performance expertise of HSV to deliver a vehicle that will deliver a great driving experience.
“Local buyers appreciate the luxury brands but also seek great performance and handling from their vehicles. Both the Lumina and Caprice deliver that combination and with the introduction of the CR8, consumers will be offered another exciting option.”
Scott Grant, Managing Director of HSV, said “This announcement adds another important export market to the HSV portfolio, on top of our successful program with Vauxhall in the UK and long standing presence in New Zealand.
“HSV is already well known brand among car enthusiasts in the Middle East, many of whom are fans of the Aussie high performance cars and our racing activities.
“We have also been involved in the region through supply and preparation of 20 Clubsport R VZ models for the Lumina CSV Championship which is run by the Bahrain International Race Circuit and sponsored by Chevrolet.
“The initial response from dealers has been exceptional with the CR8 being praised for its aggressive stance, excellent acceleration and handling.”
Exports represent an increasingly important part of GM Holden’s current business model with total export sales for 2006 reaching 46,074. Of those, over 31,000 were for the Middle East in what was a record export year to the region for GM Holden.
Earlier this year, Chevrolet Caprice received its second major award in the Middle East as it was named Best Executive Sedan by Middle East Car magazine. In late 2006, it was announced as Luxury Car of the Year by Middle East Autocar magazine.
The launch of the new export program is timed to coincide with the Desert 400 V8 Supercar round in Bahrain this weekend where the CSV logo will feature prominently on Todd Kelly’s Chevrolet branded Holden Racing Team car.
The new CR8 will also be on display at a CSV stand at the forthcoming Dubai Motor Show from 14-18 November.
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Holden HSV Maloo R8 Ute: 2007 Sydney Show

The hottest “El-Camino” in the world is Australian and it’s made by Holden Special Vehicles (HSV). Officially unveiled at the Sydney Show today, the Maloo (an aboriginal word for thunder or storm) gets the same 412 Hp LS2 V8 as the Clubsport R8 with power being driven to the rear wheels via a 6-speed manual gearbox or optionally, an automatic transmission. HSV’s Chief Engineer John Clark was pretty excited about his company’s latest offering characterizing the Maloo R8 as a “coupe with a damn big boot!”. Can you blame him? -Continued after the jump
The Maloo R8 is already on sale at HSV Dealerships across Australia with prices starting from $59,990 AUD or $53,940 USD. Options include automatic transmission for an extra $2,000 AUD or $ 1,800 USD and a ‘performance pack’ which consists of 20-inch wheels and GTS inspired performance seats. This pack will retail in Australia for an additional $3,750 AUD or $3,360 USD.








Unique HSV Maloo R8 features:
• Distinct sheet moulded compound (SMC) rear tailgate,
• 307kW / 412 Hp LS2 V8 engine,
• AP Racing four piston brake package,
• Group A Walkinshaw inspired side skirt,
• New glore suede HSV ‘performance’ seats,
• Remote release hard tonneau with release button on main key,
• Reverse parking sensors and
• A ‘performance pack’ option consisting of full leather ‘performance’ seats and 20 inch wheels.
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Special 20th Anniversary HSV Clubsport R8 Revealed In Sydney

Holden’s special vehicle department (HSV for short) is celebrating its 20th birthday at the Australian International Motor Show in Sydney today with the unveiling of the commemorative ClubSport R8. Limited to a run of just 100 units, the 20th Anniversary ClubSport R8 retains the 412Hp LS2 V8 engine and the HSV bodykit adding to the mixture a special sandstorm color scheme, anniversary sill plates, GTS black accenting, leather seats featuring the 20th Anniversary logo and chrome shadow wheels and brake callipers finished in black and gold. -Continued after the jump
HSV’s managing director Scott Grant said the release of a 20th Anniversary ClubSport R8 celebrated the heritage of the luxury and performance car company.
“The birth of HSV and the reveal of the very first VL Group A SS Commodore – commonly referred to as the ‘Walkinshaw’ – took place at the 1987 Sydney Motor Show. From those humble beginnings, HSV has gone on to produce over 55,000 vehicles and dominate the world of Motorsport,” Scott Grant said.
“It is only fitting that today we unveil a limited edition model to commemorate the company’s 20th Anniversary,” he said.
The 20th Anniversary ClubSport R8 goes on sale from October at HSV Dealerships across Australia and is priced from $65,990 AUD or $59,340 USD.
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‘08 Holden HSV Maloo R8 Leaked: 412 Hp V8 Engine For The Ultimate “El Camino”

The 2008 Holden VE Commodore Sportwagon that we showed you earlier today (click here) isn’t the only car running loose before its official Sydney Show premiere next week; so is the 2008 Holden HSV Maloo R8 which we first showed you about a month ago (see here). Thanks to Australian car magazine “Motor” that breached an agreement with Holden and its performance partner HSV by accidentally (?) mailing the November issue of the mag featuring the Ute to thousand of subscribers, prior to the 2007 Sydney Show opening on October 11, we have details and pics of the next generation HSV Maloo R8. -Continued after the jump
Concisely, the rear-wheel-drive HSV Maloo R8 is equipped with the same 412 Hp 6.0-litre V8 engine as the HSV Clubsport R8 and it can be combined with a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic transmission. The Clubsport R8 also lent its front end treatment to the Maloo which sits on 19-inch alloys (20-inch rims optional). According to Motor Magazine, the HSV Maloo R8 will go on sale at the end of October with prices starting at $59,990 AUD ($53,300 USD) for the manual gearbox version and $61,990 AUD ($55,060 USD) for the six-speed auto model.
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HSV Announces Surprise Debut At Sydney Show- LS7 V8 Commodore?

GM’s Australian subsidiary seems to get a kick out of countdowns lately as not long after the VE Series UTE countdown page, Holden’s high-performance division, HSV has added itself a timer on its official webpage noting than in 24 days from now, on October 10, it will unveil “The Biggest Moment In HSV’s First 20 Years”. Mmm, let’s put the facts down starting with the date. On October 10 we have the 2007 Sydney Motor Show. That was easy. -Continued after the jump
Fact two: HSV’s top model is the almighty Clubsport R8. It is based on the VE Commodore and it comes equipped with GM’s LS2 6.0L V8 that delivers 412 Hp / 307 KW. Therefore, HSV’s biggest moment should be either more powerful or unique. Could it be a VE Commodore with the Corvette’s Z06 505Hp LS7 V8 as our friends at Motorauthority rightfully suggest? Could be. On the other hand, maybe it’s a prototype version of the forthcoming Monaro Coupe with HSV badges -that sounds less probable but definitely more desirable.
Well, we could go on guessing until you got so frustrated that you’d prefer to watch Hello Kitty knitting a scarf than continue reading our article but there’s no point in that. In the worse case scenario we’ll just have to wait another 24 days– we’re betting that something will leak into the web sooner than that.
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