Holden Commodore Problems

No, the Commodore ute was only produced with V6 and V8 engines.

It relates to the wheels. It’s E for E-Series, that’s the model, W for wheel, and C for 20-inch Supersports wheels with TPM (Tyre Pressure) monitors.

I assume it’s a V6 auto base model and depending on the condition and mileage done it’s worth between $1400 and $3200.

Without hearing the car firsthand it’s impossible to speculate on what might be wrong with your car, but I would suggest that it’s unlikely to be the spark plugs. Your best course of action would be to get a mechanic to check it for you.

It depends on the specific model, but the private price guide for a 2006 VE Omega is $1500-$3400. Because of the paint problem yours would fall towards the lower end of that scale.

The Alloytec V6 was known to have problems with the timing chain. There is no warranty on repairs as such, and with four years having lapsed since the work was done any warranty that might have existed has long since passed. You could contact Holden’s customer service (1800 033 349) and lodge your concerns with them.

It’s possibly a blown head gasket. Have a mechanic check it for you.

The private price guide is $23,500-$26,000, but that’s with average kilometres of 30,000-50,000. With 10,000 km the value would be towards the top end of the range.

If it’s in good condition and has been well serviced it will drive well, but it’s important to remember that it is an old car now and should be bought with due care. They can have problems with the engine timing chains, which is an expensive repair if needed. Other than that they are relatively trouble-free.

The best source of that sort of information is the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI). You could also ask Ford and Holden.