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Holden Announces Last-Of-The-Line Special Edition Aussie Commodores

Holden has revealed the three special edition models that will commemorate the end of local production for the rear-wheel drive Commodore, reviving iconic names for the past while celebrating Holden’s performance hisory. All three models, the Mot


Holden has revealed the three special edition models that will commemorate the end of local production for the rear-wheel drive Commodore, reviving iconic names for the past while celebrating Holden’s performance hisory.

All three models, the Motorsport Edition, Director, and Magnum ute will be fitted with the same 304kW 6.2 litre V8 already available in regular SS and Calais models. However, under the surface Holden engineers have reworked essential items to achieve General Motors “Level 3” track-use rating, putting them on par with top-level Corvette and Camaro models.

The Motorsport Edition is based on the Commodore SS-V Redline available with both a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic and features unique touches including Magnetic Ride Control suspension, a first for Holden, though the system has been previously available in HSV models and the Chevrolet SS. The Motorsport Edition also scores a high-rate rear subframe bushing, engine and transmission oil coolers and lightweight cross-drilled brake rotors with Brembo calipers.

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Kez Casey migrated from behind spare parts counters to writing about cars over ten years ago. Raised by a family of automotive workers, Kez grew up in workshops and panel shops before making the switch to reviews and road tests for The Motor Report, Drive and CarAdvice.

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