I've always loved the HSV GTO/Vauxhall Monaro VXR look as it gives the exterior a much-more refined and aggressive look compared to the bland Monaro VZ and the super-bland Pontiac GTO. When funds become available, I will seriously consider doing a full conversion.

JHP lists the conversion kit at a total of $5,871 (with the Lumina SS headlights and not including the price of the side skirts).

So, if cost wasn't a factor, would you do the conversion? Thanks in advance for the opinions.




More pics can be found at:

http://www.netcarshow.com/vauxhall/2005-monaro_vxr/

 

Love the look but wouldn't spend the dough though

 

Not really a fan of that look. There is a Lumina SS kit for like the Middle East/South Africa export of this car that I would rather go with if money was not option.

 

i prefer the SAP pkg. myself.

 

Yes, without a doubt. Would have done it by now. Have the spoiler. The real GM HSV three piece unit. $1,200 worth painted to match shipped from down under. Love that kit.

 

Yes. Years ago when I had my 06 I was going to do this inside and out and retain the Pontiac and use the HSV "GTO" badging.

I have HSV GTS wheels on my G8 GXP, the same ones the original G8 show car was wearing.

 

If you dont wanna do it, you can send me the cash, and ill gladly show you the pictures of the finished car

 

I would.

 

Absolutely.

 

Keep in mind they did not make many GTOs... at least from what I hear they are starting to become a bit of a collector car.

Looks so cool though.....aka better

 

if only this were true.

 

Why would that not be true?

 

Even with an '05-'06 hood and a dual exhaust rear bumper, these GTOs STILL look bland as f_ck! That idea should be enough destroy any concern to keep one's GTO factory-looking. Make it look better and sound better. Drive it almost anywhere and anytime. Drive it forever. Treat it like the way it was meant to be treated: a freakin' car!

 

woo not trying to start a flame or anything, i was just posting concern of it losing value doing this.

I agree it is bland and if you notice I have work done to mine as well.. including side pipes so its not completely stock looking.

 

Not a problem. I understand that we're all individuals and have different opinions and priorities concerning our cars.

 

Rare doesn't necessarily mean desired. The GTO is an excellent car, but most people don't even give it a chance.

 

Ive gotten quite a few compliments just going to simple places like taco bell haha i find most people are pretty well impressed with the GTO simply because its unusual, at least here in IL I think I might be the only one in town with one most people don't actually know what it is.

 

I dont own a GTO but, I prefer the OEM look. With some suspension work, nice wheels and a few details here and there these cars can be made to look great. Kind of a sleeper vibe. That kit honestly looks out of proportion and its slightly on the edge of looking cheesy, IMO.

 

I have a cavalier for my winter car...and honestly I feel like almost looks like the GTO is the cavaliers big angry brother

 

When I had my GTO it actually stood out much, much more than the internet would have had me believe. It garnered compliments everywhere and I always noticed people looking at it commuting. My current G8 GXP, not so much. But then again, my GXP isn't Brazen Orange.