I love Holdens despite not ever having driven one. Well, not officially any way. Personally though, I do find it a bit odd that GM’s specialty brand from down under would somehow find its way into our hearts by showing up in the US as re-badged new age muscle cars. Maybe it’s the emphasis on […] More »
Believe me, since Pontiac’s demise and the ensuing disappearance of the Aussie imported GTO and G8, a little part of me frowned.
The brand sold slowly as it steadily sputtered its way into non-existence, but something about the big, heavy Australian imports with their comically large horse power numbers and basic implementations of go-fast technology just won a special place in my heart.
Engine: 6.2L V8 Power: 415 HP at 5,900 RPM/ 415 LB-FT at 4,600 RPM Transmission: Six-Speed Automatic 0-60 Time: 5.0 seconds Top Speed: 160 mph Drivetrain: Rear-Wheel Drive Curb Weight: 3,975 Seating: 5 people MPG: 14 City/21 Highway MSRP: $43,475* (All cars have a gas guzzler tax, so pricing is really closer to $46,000 for […] More »