What do the HSV GTSR, Land Rover Defender, Mazda RX-7 and Toyota Supra have in common? Some great investments you probably should have made

What do the HSV GTSR, Land Rover Defender, Mazda RX-7 and Toyota Supra have in common? Some great investments you probably should have made

26 Dec 2021 by Stephen Ottley

Predicting the future with complete accuracy has so far proven elusive, which is why it can be difficult to predict exactly which cars will be great investments - and which will cost you money. Read more
'The last real HSV' sold at auction! Walkinshaw's secret Holden Colorado V8 super ute falls short of expectation as enthusiast buys hottest HSV SportsCat ever

'The last real HSV' sold at auction! Walkinshaw's secret Holden Colorado V8 super ute falls short of expectation as enthusiast buys hottest HSV SportsCat ever

22 Dec 2021 by Justin Hilliard

“The last real HSV” has its first owner, with Walkinshaw Group selling the secret HSV SportsCat V8 super pick-up to a lucky enthusiast via Llloyds Auctions ...Read more
The V8 Colorado we never got to see... until now: CarsGuide Podcast #209

The V8 Colorado we never got to see... until now: CarsGuide Podcast #209

19 Nov 2021 by CarsGuide team

Episode 209 - The V8 Colorado we never got to see... until now Read more
The secret $80,000 Holden Colorado V8 that nearly entered production: HSV SportsCat super ute was months away from showrooms, ahead of rumoured Ford Ranger Raptor V8

The secret $80,000 Holden Colorado V8 that nearly entered production: HSV SportsCat super ute was months away from showrooms, ahead of rumoured Ford Ranger Raptor V8

18 Nov 2021 by Justin Hilliard

Cast your mind back to January 2020 and the rumour mill had gone into overdrive regarding the potential development of a factory-approved Ford Ranger Raptor V8. Little did we know HSV was actually ...Read more
Is the HSV GTSR W1 the new Ford Falcon GTHO Phase III? An investigation into how long Australian-made cars will remain in hot demand for collectors

Is the HSV GTSR W1 the new Ford Falcon GTHO Phase III? An investigation into how long Australian-made cars will remain in hot demand for collectors

7 Nov 2021 by Stephen Ottley

Cars traditionally lose value as soon as you drive them off the showroom floor. But not all Australian-made cars it seems. Read more
HSV VL Group A SS, Tickford TL50 and other Australian classics worth big money today that couldn't be sold in showrooms in the past

HSV VL Group A SS, Tickford TL50 and other Australian classics worth big money today that couldn't be sold in showrooms in the past

17 Oct 2021 by David Morley

The recent sale of a Ford Falcon GT-HO Phase III for north of $1.3 million confirms a couple of things. Read more
Holden Commodore and Ford Falcon prices are out of control, but you'd be a fool to buy a used one at nearly $100,000 | Opinion

Holden Commodore and Ford Falcon prices are out of control, but you'd be a fool to buy a used one at nearly $100,000 | Opinion

10 Oct 2021 by Stephen Ottley

Joni Mitchell was right; you don't know what you've got 'til it's gone.It's been a big year for Australian-made cars selling for big dollars - a pair of HSV GTSR W1 Maloos have sold for a combined $2 ...Read more
Car collecting is stupid: Why you should accumulate miles - not value - with your car | Opinion

Car collecting is stupid: Why you should accumulate miles - not value - with your car | Opinion

4 Sep 2021 by Stephen Ottley

A few years ago, I was lucky enough to attend the launch of the HSV GTSR W1 at Phillip Island. Read more
Australian-made Chevrolet Corvette rival? HSV veterans want to take on Porsche 911 and Audi R8 and with locally made supercar

Australian-made Chevrolet Corvette rival? HSV veterans want to take on Porsche 911 and Audi R8 and with locally made supercar

7 Aug 2021 by Stephen Ottley

Australia is unlikely to ever mass-produce cars again, but that doesn’t mean we can’t build world-class vehicles. And the team at Walkinshaw Automotive Group wants to take on the very ...Read more
Why the Holden Monaro, Torana, Ford Falcon GTHO Phase III and other classic Aussie cars are going gangbusters at auction

Why the Holden Monaro, Torana, Ford Falcon GTHO Phase III and other classic Aussie cars are going gangbusters at auction

4 Apr 2021 by Neil Dowling

Aussie cars are well and truly back in vogue, with record prices on sought-after rare examples seen at recent auctions expected to continue for at least another three years.Shannons national auction ...Read more
Ford Falcon GT-HO Phase III, HSV GTSR W1, Holden Torana A9X and other rare Australian muscle cars go under the hammer

Ford Falcon GT-HO Phase III, HSV GTSR W1, Holden Torana A9X and other rare Australian muscle cars go under the hammer

21 Jan 2021 by Tung Nguyen

A collection of rare Australian muscle cars is currently up for auction in Perth, and each model could set a new record sale price if current market appetite is any indication.Bids are now open for ...Read more
This HSV GTSR W1 Maloo could be a million-dollar ute! Ultra-rare V8 monster up for auction already costs supercar money

This HSV GTSR W1 Maloo could be a million-dollar ute! Ultra-rare V8 monster up for auction already costs supercar money

11 Jan 2021 by Justin Hilliard

It’s the super-ute money couldn’t buy – well, at least not in the traditional sense. The HSV GTSR W1 Maloo is back in the headlines, and this time it’s because one of its four ...Read more
How Holden could have beaten the Ford Ranger Raptor: The real story behind the HSV super ute that never was

How Holden could have beaten the Ford Ranger Raptor: The real story behind the HSV super ute that never was

31 Dec 2020 by Andrew Chesterton

The real story behind the monstrous Walkinshaw 550 version of the Holden Colorado has been revealed, with the super ute originally designed as the vehicle that would finally take down the Ford Ranger ...Read more
The Colorado that could have saved Holden is here too late: Walkinshaw W550 to be one of Australia's most powerful diesel dual-cabs

The Colorado that could have saved Holden is here too late: Walkinshaw W550 to be one of Australia's most powerful diesel dual-cabs

19 Aug 2020 by Andrew Chesterton

Holden will finally have a diesel dual-cab Colorado that will out punch the Toyota HiLux Rugged X, Ford Ranger Raptor and the Nissan Navara Warrior - it's just a pity it's arrived after the brand ...Read more
CONFIRMED: GMSV to replace HSV in Australia - GM's new brand to focus on importing American muscle

CONFIRMED: GMSV to replace HSV in Australia - GM's new brand to focus on importing American muscle

18 Aug 2020 by Andrew Chesterton

The news is finally official. HSV is dead. Read more
Holden Colorado finally out-punches the Ford Ranger Raptor: New Walkinshaw Performance W550 will transform your ute into a powered-up weapon

Holden Colorado finally out-punches the Ford Ranger Raptor: New Walkinshaw Performance W550 will transform your ute into a powered-up weapon

16 Aug 2020 by Andrew Chesterton

Holden might not have gotten around to building a true Ford Ranger Raptor rival, but that hasn't stopped Walkinshaw Performance picking up the slack, with the owners of the HSV brand unveiling a new ...Read more
GM locks in GMSV brand for Australia! From Chevrolet Silverado to Corvette Stingray, this is how it will work after HSV era

GM locks in GMSV brand for Australia! From Chevrolet Silverado to Corvette Stingray, this is how it will work after HSV era

28 Jul 2020 by Andrew Chesterton

GMSV is at last confirmed for an Australian launch, with GM in the USA trademarking the HSV-replacing brand name and a new logo with the Australian Government.The move will eventually spell the end ...Read more
What's happened to Holden? How the demise of Australia's car company turned ugly

What's happened to Holden? How the demise of Australia's car company turned ugly

3 Jul 2020 by Stephen Ottley

“We understand the impact of this decision on our people, our customers, our dealers and our partners – and will work closely with all stakeholders to deliver a dignified and respectful ...Read more
Life after Holden: HSV says the future is trucks as new Chevrolet Silverado 2500 readies for launch

Life after Holden: HSV says the future is trucks as new Chevrolet Silverado 2500 readies for launch

1 Jun 2020 by Andrew Chesterton

HSV has outlined its short-term future, telling CarsGuide it would continue to  focus on its current line-up of American trucks - and the launch of new ones - while GM finalises the shutdown of ...Read more
HSV Colorado SportsCat: Modified Holden dual-cab ute selling out as retirement nears

HSV Colorado SportsCat: Modified Holden dual-cab ute selling out as retirement nears

21 Apr 2020 by Justin Hilliard

Holden Special Vehicles (HSV) has confirmed exactly when its modified version of the axed Holden Colorado dual-cab pick-up will cease production – and the SportsCat is going out with a sales ...Read more
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